Cape Verde · Cooking

4-Hour Cooking Experience in Santiago Island with a Local Chef

4 Hours Round trip from Assomada Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience a hands-on Cabo Verdean cooking class with a local chef
  • 02 Discover authentic island ingredients and learn traditional recipes
  • 03 Engage with locals and enjoy genuine Cabo Verdean hospitality
  • 04 Explore the culture and food heritage of Santiago Island

Discover the flavors of Santiago Island with a hands-on Cabo Verdean cooking experience. Join a local chef to learn traditional recipes using fresh island ingredients. Explore local produce and spices, then enjoy the meal you've created, surrounded by warm hospitality. Immerse yourself in Cabo Verde's culinary culture and connect with the heart of island life through this authentic and memorable experience.

Join a local chef for a hands-on cooking session where you will prepare traditional dishes such as cachupa, pastéis, or xerém.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Praia, Assomada
Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Taste of Cabo Verde Cooking Experience

  • Begin your culinary adventure with a warm welcome and a refreshing local drink as you meet your host.
  • Learn about Cabo Verde's vibrant food culture and discover the key ingredients that define its cuisine.
  • Explore local produce and aromatic spices, with a short market visit or guided overview depending on location.
  • Join a local chef for a hands-on cooking session where you will prepare traditional dishes such as cachupa, pastéis, or xerém.
  • Hear stories about the island's culinary heritage while learning time-honoured cooking techniques.
  • Enjoy your freshly prepared meal in a friendly, authentic setting, sharing food and conversation with locals.
  • Sample traditional beverages like grogue or ponche de mel to complete your cultural experience.
  • Receive take-home recipes, a small local treat, and the chance to purchase handmade spices or souvenirs before departure.
Assomada market, Santiago Island produce, traditional cachupa

Where this trip takes you

Assomada market, Santiago Island produce, traditional cachupa

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Praia, Cabo Verde
Tour start
Assomada, Cabo Verde
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Assomada.

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