Egyptian Family Dinner: Authentic Local Experience

Experience traditional Egyptian food and local Cairo life at an authentic family dinner. Get a taste of handmade dishes and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 34 Shobra -
    Explore Cairo beyond the usual paths. Immerse yourself in the culture that thrives within the architecture. Engage intimately with the day-to-day existence of residents whose ancestry spans countless generations in the city’s compact byways.
    More than just sampling traditional cuisine, you’ll be embraced as part of our household. My…
What's Included
  • Beverage
  • Dessert
  • Bottled water
  • Dinner
Meal Options
  • Molokhia soup
Additional Information

Our home is not just a place to enjoy traditional food, but also a window into the authentic Egyptian lifestyle. My wife and I will introduce you to a myriad of homemade meals within a warm and welcoming environment. You’ll feel like part of the family as we answer all your questions about our culture.
Rest assured, you won’t leave with an empty…

Location
34 Shobra
Shobra
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Margaret_w
Nov 24, 2025
Wonderful family and... - Wonderful family and great experience cooking Egyptian specialities. We had an awesome time. Our granddaughter was turning 15 and they wished her a happy birthday with special treats.
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R4377poheatherw
Nov 23, 2025
Excellent hospitality - What an amazing experience!! Ahmed and his family were the epitome of generous hospitality. By the time we left they felt like family. We were able to prep and cook authentic Egyptian food and everything was delicious! This is the type of experience everyone who visits a foreign place should have- real life and real food.
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Zelaznog_f
Nov 16, 2025
MUST experience - This is a MUST experience if you are visiting Cairo, Ahmed and his family are a joy to be around, this makes you feel like you are a egyptian yourself, they greet you at their home, you get to walk around the home, they are so knowledgeable too.
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Roving49633986839
Nov 10, 2025
Felt like Family - Ahmed and his family were welcoming and full energy and joy. We had a fantastic time learning to cook and then eating a traditional meal at his home. Their hospitality made this one my most memorable experiences in all of my travels anywhere across the globe
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Shelbyrw1827jz
Nov 4, 2025
100/10 experience - This experience was absolutely incredible, the perfect way to end my trip! I went on the day of my return flight, and I’m so glad it worked out that way because I truly felt like I got to take a piece of Egyptian culture home with me. I learned how to cook several traditional dishes, including my favorite, falafel, and gained a deeper appreciation for the importance of fresh ingredients, where to find them, and even their American names. The family hosting us was so warm and welcoming, genuinely interested in getting to know their guests, which made the experience even more special. We shared a lovely breakfast and made a delicious green soup together. To top it all off, they surprised me with a beautiful handmade Egyptian rug, which now sits proudly in my home! Such a thoughtful and unexpected gift. Overall, this experience exceeded all my expectations, and I feel so lucky to have found it online.
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Traci
Sep 27, 2025
Such a wonderful experience - From start to finish, this was a great activity! From the moment we booked it, Ahmed was super communicative, giving us detailed instructions on where to meet and reminders of our upcoming class. His wife showed us how to cook numerous dishes and we enjoyed them seated family style on the floor of their living room. Their daughters were so fun and sang one of the guests happy birthday as it was her birthday. If you want the local experience, definitely book this activity with this lovely family.
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Ochiirosii
Sep 12, 2025
One of the best experiences in Egypt - Unique experience offered from Ahmed and his beautiful family. If you want to indulge into Egyptian culture, food, traditions and customs, music and history and you want to have a great unique experience, just book the course. For us it's a memory we will never forget. I don't want to spoil too much from what will happen at the course, but you will love it. We recommend.
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844dianavictoriar
Sep 9, 2025
Great Experience! - As a dietitian/nutritionist, I have been fascinated by learning about the gastronomic culture of each country. I definitely recommend this experience if you want to learn about the culture through a family, their history, as well as exchange perspectives on typical food. The family welcomed us and was very kind throughout the experience. It was also an opportunity to meet another couple who turned out to be from the same country, and we even became friends. I definitely recommend this experience!
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Lottie
Sep 8, 2025
This was such a wonderful experience! - We spent a really joyful evening together, and what I loved most is that it's not just about cooking, its more than a class, it's about sharing stories, exchanging culture, and connecting with people! I got to see a glimpse of real Egyptian life, while also sharing a bit of my own. The family was so warm and welcoming, which made the evening even more special. I'll always remember this night and highly recommend it to anyone visiting 🩷🩷
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S1193uumichelleb
Aug 2, 2025
Incredible experience - What an incredible experience. I was welcomed into their home like family. We cooked, shared stories and food, and made new family. This is a must-do when in Cairo.
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From $44
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).