HALF-DAY CULINARY & CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
Discover the aromatic world of Zanzibar spices and learn the secrets of authentic Swahili cuisine in this interactive tour. Perfect for food lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone curious about Zanzibar’s rich culinary heritage.
About the Cooking & Spice Tour
- Location: Spice Farm, Zanzibar
- Duration: Half-day (approximately 3 hours)
- Start Time: 08:00 AM, hotel pickup included
- Travel: 1 hour from beach hotels, 30 minutes from Stone Town hotels
- Cooking Class: Learn how local spices are applied in traditional dishes such as:
- Pilau rice
- Plantain preparations
- Ugali (cornmeal porridge)
- Fish dishes cooked with coconut milk
- Gain hands-on experience marinating, cooking, and tasting authentic Swahili dishes
- Spice Farm Tour: Walk through the farm and discover Zanzibar’s famous spices, including clove, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, and black pepper
- Learn about the history and cultivation of spices in Zanzibar, from colonial times to modern-day production
- Pickup: Hotel transfer included; guide will accompany you throughout the tour
- Interactive cooking class with local chefs
- Guided spice farm tour
- Hands-on experience in Swahili cuisine and spice usage
- Tasting of prepared dishes
- Immerse yourself in Zanzibar’s culinary and cultural heritage
- Learn directly from locals and taste authentic Swahili dishes
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off