PRIVATE South African Home Cooking Class in Cape Town with Annika

5.0 (2 reviews) Cape Town, South Africa
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Enjoy a private and authentic home-cooked meal with your host Annika in her Victorian-style home, which was built in 1934. Her home is located in the multicultural neighborhood of Kensington, 10km from the city center. Annika, a culinary school graduate, grew up in Cape Town, in a multicultural home - she has South African and Danish roots. She has been fond of cooking since she was a child and learned to cook authentic South African dishes from her mother and grandmother. In her home, you can expect to try Cape Malay and African Township delicacies, and gain insight into South African culinary traditions. Annika will teach you how to make an appetizer and a main dish in your 1.5 hour South African cooking class.

• 1.5 hour private South African cooking class in a Victorian-style home
• Gain insight into South African culture, cuisine and culinary traditions
• Cook and share Cape Malay and African Township delicacies
• Vegetarian, vegan, lactose and gluten free options available

Options

Cooking Class+ Dinner+ Alcohol
Cooking Class+ Lunch+Alcohol

What's included

  • South African home-cooking experience with a local Cape Town family
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Traditional home-cooked meal using family recipes
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

What to expect

Step into a local family’s home in Cape Town and discover the flavors and traditions of South African home cooking. Join Annika as she introduces you to traditional family recipes, local ingredients and the stories behind the dishes. Work together to prepare a delicious South African meal, learning practical cooking techniques along the way, then sit down with the family to enjoy the food you’ve prepared together. This welcoming experience offers a personal introduction to South African cuisine and everyday food culture.

The experience will take place in Annika’s Victorian-style home, which was built in 1934. Her home is located in the multicultural neighborhood of Kensington, 10km from the city center. Annika will teach you how to make an appetizer and a main dish in your 1.5 hour South African cooking class. You will learn to make samosas or bobotie. And then help to cook akni (chicken or beef pulao) or chicken or beef curry or chakalaka (spicy tomato bean relish). After your hands-on experience join Annika at the table to share the meal you helped prepare.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your host Annika at her home, in the Kensington neighborhood. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation. Please check the 'before you go' section in your ticket for exact details.

End point

Meet your host Annika at her home, in the Kensington neighborhood. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation. Please check the 'before you go' section in your ticket for exact details.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • Vegetarian, vegan, lactose and gluten free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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