Your cultural culinary journey begins with a guided visit to the local market, where you'll shop for fresh, seasonal ingredients the way locals do. Learn about the unique spices and produce that give Swahili cuisine its rich, aromatic character.

Back at the family home, roll up your sleeves and take part in preparing an authentic Swahili meal—everything from chopping coconuts and grinding spices to kneading chapatis and simmering aromatic sauces. As you cook together, your hosts will share stories of tradition, family life, and the cultural significance of each dish.

Once everything is ready, gather around a communal table and savour the feast you've created—fluffy pilau rice, coconut-laced curries, and tangy kachumbari salad—accompanied by fresh tropical juice or spiced tea. Expect generous portions of warmth, hospitality, and laughter.

This is more than a meal. It’s a window into daily life, an opportunity to bond, and a memory that will linger far beyond the final bite.