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Learn to cook traditional dishes from the Samburu and Borana communities in Isiolo. Discover the secrets behind camel meat stew and spicy chapati, then enjoy a meal with your hosts.

Highlights

• Savor the flavors of northern Kenya with a traditional cooking class
• Learn to make camel meat stew and spicy chapati with local cooks
• Discover the culinary heritage of the Samburu and Borana communities
• Enjoy a festive meal with your hosts and fellow participants
• Hear stories about food customs, rituals, and cultural significance

Description

Begin your experience at a local community venue in Isiolo, where Samburu and Borana hosts welcome you with traditional greetings. After an introduction to the communities’ culinary heritage, form small teams and prepare traditional dishes under the guidance of experienced local cooks. Learn the secrets behind camel meat stew, a staple of northern Kenya, and the art of making spicy chapati, cooked over open flames. While cooking, hear stories about food customs, rituals, and the cultural significance of meals in both communities. Once the dishes are ready, gather to taste the creations in a festive atmosphere. Compare flavors, share feedback, and enjoy lively banter between the two communities, creating a memorable culinary and cultural exchange.

Includes

Hotel pickup & drop-off Traditional cooking class Guidance from experienced local cooks Cultural exchange with Samburu and Borana communities Tasting of prepared dishes

Important Information

• The activity involves cooking with local ingredients Participants will be divided into small teams The experience includes cultural storytelling

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund