Transportation
VIP Tour Bus, Airlines, Train
Accomodation
3.5 - 4.5 Stars Hotels
Departure from
JKIA NAIROBI
Guiding method
Local and Experienced
Tour type
Culinary and Cultural Immersion
Language
English
Meals
All Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Activities
Hands-On Cooking Classes, Learn to cook jollof rice, fufu, and suya in Ghanaian kitchens., Swahili seafood and spice cooking workshops along Kenya’s coast.
Trip Type
Cooking Across Cultures
Difficulty
Easy
Trip Tag
African cooking tours, African food market visits, Culinary tours Ghana, Jollof rice cooking classes, South African wine tours, Swahili Coast cooking classes, Traditional African culinary workshops

Cooking Across Cultures

Experience a tantalizing journey through the culinary landscapes of East and West Africa. This 10-day tour takes you from Kenya’s coastal Swahili flavors to Ghana’s hearty and vibrant dishes. Engage in hands-on cooking classes, tour bustling markets, and dine on authentic meals crafted by local chefs. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this adventure blends culinary exploration with cultural immersion, offering a rich taste of African heritage.

Highlights of Your Culinary Adventure

Swahili Culinary Workshops: Learn to cook coastal specialties like pilau and fresh seafood dishes in Mombasa.
Ghanaian Jollof Experience: Master the art of cooking the iconic jollof rice in Accra.
Market Adventures: Explore lively markets in both regions, sourcing fresh ingredients while interacting with local vendors.
Street Food Tastings: Enjoy local delicacies like Kenyan samosas and Ghanaian kelewele
Exclusive Dining: Savor private dining experiences prepared by top local chefs.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Land in Nairobi, where you’ll be greeted by your guide.

Transfer to a luxury hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner featuring East African cuisine.

Day 02 :

Nairobi Food Exploration

Morning: Visit Nairobi’s Maasai Market to explore regional spices and ingredients.

Afternoon: Participate in your first Kenyan cooking workshop focused on local delicacies like ugali and nyama choma.

Day 03 :

Travel to Mombasa

Fly to Mombasa and settle into a boutique coastal hotel.

Evening: Dinner featuring traditional Swahili seafood dishes.

Day 04 :

Swahili Culinary Workshop

Morning: Hands-on cooking class to prepare dishes like pilau, coconut fish curry, and chapati.

Afternoon: Relax at the beach or visit Fort Jesus for a cultural tour.

Evening: Sunset dining experience by the ocean.

Day 05 :

Market and Street Food Adventure in Mombasa

Visit Mombasa’s bustling markets to source fresh spices, seafood, and produce.

Enjoy tastings of Swahili street foods like viazi karai and samosas.

Evening: Farewell dinner in Mombasa.

Day 06 :

Travel to Accra, Ghana

Depart Mombasa and fly to Accra, Ghana.

Evening: Welcome dinner featuring Ghanaian staples like waakye and groundnut soup.

Day 07 :

Ghanaian Market Tour and Cooking Class

Morning: Tour Makola Market to gather ingredients for a jollof rice cooking class.

Afternoon: Prepare and enjoy your meal in a private workshop with a local chef.

Evening: Leisure time to explore Accra’s vibrant nightlife or relax at your boutique hotel.

Day 08 :

Cape Coast Culinary Experience

Morning: Travel to Cape Coast for a guided tour of its historical landmarks.

Afternoon: Join a local community to learn how to prepare traditional fufu and palm nut soup.

Evening: Return to Accra for dinner and relaxation.

Day 09 :

Cultural Feast and Kente Weaving

Morning: Participate in a kente weaving workshop to create your own souvenir.

Afternoon: Enjoy a cultural feast with performances and storytelling.

Evening: Reflect on the journey during a celebratory farewell dinner.

Day 10 :

Departure from Accra

Morning: Leisurely breakfast and final shopping for spices or crafts.

Afternoon: Transfer to the airport for your departure.

Cooking Across Cultures

Overview of Your Culinary Journey

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