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9 Cooking Classes in South Africa Worth the Petrol

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Cape Town: Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap

Cape Town: Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap - Meeting at 109 Wale St: Start Point and First Impressions

1.Cape Town: Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 515 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49Our pick

Cape Town Cape Malay cooking in Bo-Kaap with chef Faldela, then a lunch you made. Colorful streets, spice tips, recipes to take.

“That was the most amazing way to spend time in Cape Town- Faldela (hope I’ve spelt that correctly…) welcomed us into her home and patiently taught us how to make not only a Cape Malay curry but also rotis and samosas, all whilst chatting to us about her family and community. A truly personal and unforgettable experience”

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Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience - What You’ll Cook: Sadza, Beef Bones, Chicken Stew, Chakalaka, and More

2.Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 236 reviews · from $57Top rated

Cook classic African dishes in Cape Town with Caleb and Florence, from sadza to peanut-butter greens. Eat together, with tea or coffee.

“Excellent authentic African experience outside the touristy part of Cape Town. Wonderful experience in learning about people, culture and food.”

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Cape Town: Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap

Cape Town: Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap - Cape Malay spice logic, and why it tastes different

3.Cape Town: Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 120 reviews · 2 hours · from $52

Cook a 3-course Cape Malay meal in Bo-Kaap, learn spices and stories from a local host, and eat what you make in 2 hours.

“We really enjoyed our cooking class! The food was very tasty and everyone was able to participate in different parts of the process. The host gave us lots of information about the history of the cuisine and was very friendly.”

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Cape Town: Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class

Cape Town: Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class - The Spice Shop Stop: Where the Cooking Story Gets Specific

4.Cape Town: Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 4 hours · from $68

Walk Bo-Kaap with a local guide, then cook Cape Malay classics at home, ending with curry, roti, koesisters, and spice tips.

“It was amazing - Gadija took us on our historical walking tour of Bo Kaap and explained the history before entertaining us with the cookery session with Bilquis - I finally learnt how to make flaky roti Yeahh”

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Half-Day Small Group Cooking Experience in Franschhoek

Half-Day Small Group Cooking Experience in Franschhoek - Meeting the team at Spilsbury’s Kitchen, and what kind of night it is

Cape Town: Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Cape Town: Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience - How a 150-minute small-group class keeps you involved

6.Cape Town: Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 2h 30m · from $71

Cook a traditional Cape Town African meal with Florence at Pahari, learning Sadza, stews, chakalaka, plus drinks, recipes, and communal dining.

“This is a must do when visiting Cape Town. The food (and overall experience) is incredible and everyone is just so welcoming and nice. We had a truly amazing night, thank you so much!”

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Private Cape Malay Cooking Class in Cape Town with a Local Family

Private Cape Malay Cooking Class in Cape Town with a Local Family - The welcome drink and the kitchen lesson setup

7.Private Cape Malay Cooking Class in Cape Town with a Local Family

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $100

Private Cape Malay cooking class in Grassy Park, Cape Town, with Lorette and Desmond. Learn roti, curry, bobotie, and eat together.

“Lorette provided a 10/10 experience with her cooking class. To cook within her beautiful home such a vibrant meal and eat with her and her husband was very special. I highly recommend. The dish selections were delicious, she provided the recipes so we could try to recreate at home. Very lovely family and I wish them all the best!”

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GQ: City Walking Tour & African Cuisine Cooking Class

GQ: City Walking Tour & African Cuisine Cooking Class - Meeting Up in Port Elizabeth or Addo, with a Small-Group Feel

South African Cooking in Cape Town with Local Chef Richard

South African Cooking in Cape Town with Local Chef Richard - What Actually Happens During the Cooking Demonstration