Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience: Learn Traditional Cooking Techniques
5.0
113 Ratings
Cape Town
Immerse yourself in the flavors and techniques of authentic African cuisine. Join us for a hands-on cooking experience and learn to create traditional dishes from scratch. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pahari African Restaurant - Join us in a cooking experience to learn how to cook a traditional African cuisine meal from start to finish.\n\nThe host will also give you an explanation of the history of African cuisine, it’s ingredients and how the recipes have evolved over time and passed down the generations.\n\nYou will be welcomed with a variety of African drinks choices and tasty African starter snacks.\n\nOn the day you will learn how to make Sadza (mealie pap), meaty beef bones mixed with green vegetables, chicken stew, green vegetables with peanut butter, chakalaka and sugar beans. We also have vegan and vegetarian options. These are the best selling dishes at Pahari African Restaurant, loved by many.\n\nEach person will have an opportunity to contribute. We will then go on to enjoying the meal together, communally, as it is typically done in an African home.\nThe experience will conclude with an African hot beverage (tea or coffee).
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Tea and coffee
  • Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Meal Options
  • African starter snacks
  • African juice, African beer and African tea / coffee
  • Sadza (mealie pap)
  • Meaty beef bones mixed with green vegetables
  • Chicken stew
  • Green vegetables with peanut butter
  • Sugar beans
  • Chakalaka
  • Vegan & vegetarian options available
Additional Information

Join us in a cooking experience to learn how to cook a traditional African cuisine meal from start to finish.

Enjoy your meal privately with family, friends, work colleagues and travelers from all over the world in a peaceful environment and experience African hospitality at its best. Be prepared to get your hands dirty as we show you step by step how to cook one of the best authentic African cuisine meals.

Location
Pahari African Restaurant
Cecil Road
The experience is hosted in a separate private room adjacent to the main restaurant. Ask for Florence on arrival.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jhollyday
Jun 25, 2024
Great culinary and educational experience! - Wonderful experience. Learned a lot about African cuisine, with hands-on cooking. We had a group of both experienced cooks and people who don’t cook at all, and everyone could participate. The staff was all great. Highly recommended!!
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Capricia_b
Jun 24, 2024
Best way to start your trip - This was an awesome experience and introduction to Southern Africa cuisine. Our host were welcoming, kind, knowledgeable, and considerate. They provided us with the history and meaning behind each dish. Definitely should make this apart of your itinerary!
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Sarahky1464bn
Jun 23, 2024
Kulinarische Reise durchs südliche Afrika - Es war ein authentisches und lohnenswertes Erlebnis. Mit Florence, Rosie und Caleb diese kulinarische Reise zu machen, gespikt mit vielen Infos und Anekdoten pber das Leben und die Herkunft des Essens. Ich empfehle es jeder Person, die Lust auf einen guten Abend in bester Gesellschaft mit feinem Essen hat.
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Departure27090031364
Jun 21, 2024
A Culinary Journey Through Africa - My experience at was nothing short of spectacular. This authentic African restaurant truly transported me to the heart of the continent through its vibrant flavors and warm hospitality. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with a friendly smile and a cozy ambiance that instantly made us feel at home. The décor, adorned with traditional African artifacts and motifs, added to the immersive experience. Now, let’s talk about the food – it was absolutely divine! Each dish we tried was a masterpiece, bursting with authentic African spices and fresh ingredients. Every bite was a delight, and it was clear that each dish was crafted with care and expertise. The staff is genuinely passionate about sharing their culture through food, which added an extra layer of authenticity to the dining experience. Thank you, for a memorable evening filled with incredible food and hospitality.
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Seretsep
Jun 21, 2024
Family/Friend Cooking class - Florence, her Husband, Rose and the team, was very hospitable. It didn’t feel like a restaurant, it felt like we were in there home, having a family dinner. The cooking class we did was exceptional, the history lesson was great. I definitely recommend anyone in Cape Town who’s visiting to stop by, taste the food, book a class. This was a very memorable experience, and I appreciate the entire team for their hospitality.
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R_heeml2024
Jun 21, 2024
Loved every minute! - This was an amazing experience. What better way to indulge in the culture than by the food and everything was fantastic! I enjoyed the cooking class and the cuisine! 10 out of 10 recommend! -Raheem
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Daniel_cc9564sw
Jun 14, 2024
A Wonderful Evening/Learning Experience - What a wonderful time with Florence and Claude (Clyde). Kind, wonderful and warm people who have created a fantastic experience. You cannot truly understand a people until you understand their food, and this was a wonderful introduction to African food. The food is, for the most part, very approachable, but also different from most experiences from Europe or North American when even African food is highy sanitized. But the cultural insights, stories, and just the warmth of the people made the visit special.
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Jeneane_b
Jun 10, 2024
The greatest experience - This was an experience of a lifetime, the authentic food was delicious and the host made us feel very welcome.
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J6737zgkevinb
Jun 10, 2024
Great Time at Pahari - Great experience. All the hosts were amazing. Food was outstanding and the education behind each dish and ingredient was fulfilling.
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Dereke_s
Jun 23, 2024
Tasty food lacking as a cooking experience - Great couple and very good info on Africa and food. Designed for very basic cooks though. Food was delicious
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