Kenyan Cooking Class: Dive into Tradition with a Local Market Tour

Immerse yourself in Kenyan culture with a cooking class led by a local guide. Explore the vibrant local market, source fresh ingredients, and learn to prepare a traditional meal from scratch.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cedar Road - This activity involves 3 amazing Kenyan Experiences?
  1. Local famers Market Tour
  2. Matatu Experience (Public Transport experience)
  3. Cooking class (Kenyan Cuisine) at my home.

Our day will begin at the meeting point, after which we will take a visit to the farmers market and do some grocery shopping.. (You can totally skip this if you are not feeling up to it) You will get to interact with the locals and see the fresh produce used to make our dish which are fresh from the farm.

During the experience we will make a complete Kenyan meal. A main dish and a side dish with veggies. The session lasts 4-4.5 hrs.

After the experience guests can carry the foods prepared.

Be prepared to have fun and get your hands dirty :). If you would like to watch that`s fine too.

If, however, you would to turn up and enjoy the home cooked meal without the hustle of going to the market, you are also welcomed.

NB/ Price includes grocery shopping.
NB/ Vegetarian/Pescatrian/Gluten free options are available.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
Meal Options
  • Kenyan Traditional Local Dishes - A selection of Kenyan Traditional Local Dishes served with a local Kachumbari salad made with Fresh locally grown vegetables.
Additional Information

I have been a local food guide for six years and am a well-established food writer and blogger in Kenya. I will help you explore the local lifestyle and take you to safe places that you might not typically visit as a tourist. We will source fresh local produce and uncover the wonders of the local market.

Afterwards, we will prepare a traditional meal from my tribe from scratch, which we will enjoy over some friendly conversation.

Location
KAPS Parking Westlands Triangle Uchumi
Kindly ask the Uber driver to drop you at "Quickmart, Westlands Square, Westlands along Waiyaki Way". The location pin is accurate. I will be waiting for you at the front main entrance so that we can begin the experience. 30 minutes wait time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lindsay_s
Aug 24, 2024
One of a kind experience with a knowledgeable local woman - We had an absolutely incredible experience cooking with Nimoh on our first day in Nairobi! My husband and I both thought it was the perfect activity to introduce ourselves to Kenyan culture, cuisine, and the city. From riding on the local matatu bus to picking up ingredients in the local market, Nimoh was very attentive and friendly. Once in her home, she created such a comfortable and educational atmosphere. The cooking process was highly interactive and the food was delicious. This was such a special experience and a must do while visiting Nairobi!
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Julia_k
Aug 24, 2024
Delicious food and awesome experience - This was the best market tour/cooking class my husband and I have done anywhere in the world. Definitely recommend!
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Kalif_m
Aug 23, 2024
Cooking, laughing and experiencing a bit of the real Kenya. - I joined this class as a solo and shared the experience with three other wonderful women from Nigeria. We shopped, laughed with locals at the market, rode public transportation to the market and to our host’s home AND cooked a lovely traditional Kenyan meal. This was the best cooking class I have attended in my travels and at home. It was so much fun!
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Sarah_w
Aug 19, 2024
Must do!!! - This experience was wonderful - the cooking class was great (as was the food!) but the best part for me was being out and about in Nairobi. The market tour, taking the bus, walking around a neighborhood - these are all wonderful experiences I wouldn’t have had.
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Dorinda_r
Aug 18, 2024
Great experience - This was a great experience! The trip to the market was so educational and the food was exceptional!
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Beverley_b
Aug 14, 2024
More than just a cooking class! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Outstanding! One of my most memorable times in Nairobi. Nimoh is a beautiful person and everyone loves her. She takes you on a spectacular experience jumping on two public buses, an intimate market tour and ends with sharing a delicious home cooked meal in her own home. She shared so much about the Kenyan culture and traditions. Very inspirational Lady with a permanent smile and a great story. Food was delicious!
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Travel18117560190
Aug 7, 2024
Fantastic experience in Nairobi - We had a fantastic cooking day tour in Kenya, thanks to Wairimu’s wonderful hospitality. The tour included shopping at a local traditional market, exploring Nairobi, and learning impressive Kenyan culinary skills. Riding a matatu was a unique and challenging experience that most foreign tourists don’t get to try, adding an authentic touch to our adventure. We felt safe with her by our side throughout the entire tour. We highly recommend this cooking day tour to anyone looking to immerse themselves in Kenyan culture. 我們在肯亞的cooking day tour非常棒,感謝Wairimu的熱情招待。包括在當地傳統菜市場購物、奈洛比市區,以及令人印象深刻的肯亞烹飪技巧。乘坐matatu也是一次身為外國遊客非常難忘的挑戰,讓我們真正體驗了當地的生活方式。整個旅程中,我們在她的身邊感到非常安全。 強烈推薦這個day tour給想要希望深入了解肯亞文化的人。
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V3702ja_
Aug 7, 2024
Amazing Cooking Tour in Nairobi - My cooking tour in Nairobi was amazing! We started with a visit to a lively local market where our guide introduced us to fresh, local ingredients. Then, we had a fun and informative cooking class with a skilled chef, making delicious traditional dishes. We even experienced a ride on a local matatu bus, which was exciting and gave us a taste of everyday life in Nairobi. I highly recommend this tour!
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Martin_l
Aug 2, 2024
Highly recommended - Fantastic bus trip, market tour and delicious food in private apartment with sweet and welcoming guide. Highly recommended.
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Chrisby2908vt
Jul 30, 2024
Fantastic!!!!!! - Amazing. Wonderful. Terrific. Fascinating. So interesting and such a great experience. This will give you a very different view of Nairobi. The food is wonderful and Nimoh is fantastic as a teacher. This should get 10 stars.
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