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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Discover the flavours of Jordan with a hands-on cooking class and guided market tour in the heart of Amman!
Start your experience exploring the bustling downtown food market with a local guide. Wander among colourful stalls filled with fresh produce, spices, nuts and olives, sample seasonal favourites and learn about the ingredients used in everyday Jordanian cooking.
Then, roll up your sleeves and learn to prepare maqlubeh, one of Jordan's most beloved traditional dishes, alongside a local Jordanian cook. Discover traditional cooking techniques, family recipes and the stories behind the food before sitting down to enjoy the delicious meal you've prepared.
This experience is more than just a cooking class. It's an opportunity to connect with local people, discover Jordanian food culture and take home recipes and memories that will last long after your visit.
This private experience is designed for small groups and families. If you are less than four, please reach out.
What's included
Local Market tastings
Cook and then enjoy lunch with side dishes and dessert
Gratuities
Pickup / Drop-off
What to expect
Grand Husseini Mosque
45m
Begin your experience with a guided visit to Amman’s bustling downtown fruit and vegetable market. Explore stalls filled with fresh, seasonal produce, sample local favourites such as dates, nuts and olives, and discover the ingredients that play an important role in everyday Jordanian cooking.
Al Balad – Downtown Amman
2h 30m
After exploring the market, it's time to get cooking! Your guide wil take you to meet your local chef instructor for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to prepare maqlubeh, one of Jordan's most beloved traditional dishes, along with delicious local sides. Discover the ingredients, cooking techniques and family traditions behind Jordanian cuisine before sitting down together to enjoy the meal you've prepared.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the square outside the Grand Husseini Mosque.
End point
Our tour ends in the old downtown and our guide will be happy to assist you with transport back to your hotel or you can continue to wander on your own.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
