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Walk, Shop and Cook Traditional Zambian Meal at Soweto

Location Lusaka, Zambia
$65
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Walk, Shop and Cook Traditional Zambian Meal at Soweto offers an authentic experience in Lusaka. This immersive adventure takes you deep into Zambian culture, from vibrant markets to a traditional home-cooked meal.

  • 🛒 Meet host Elizabeth at New Soweto Market, a bustling hub where you can interact with local vendors and discover exotic ingredients like kapenta fish and chibwabwa leaves.
  • 🚗 Enjoy a 20-minute drive into a real Lusaka township, immersing yourself in the local way of life as you travel to Elizabeth's home.
  • 🌳 Cook in a traditional home surrounded by a beautiful garden and mango trees, where each participant gets their own charcoal brazier (mbaula) for a personalized cooking experience.
  • 🍽️ Choose from 4 authentic Zambian recipes, including Chicken Stew, Crispy Kapenta, Beef or Goat with Chibwabwa, or Grilled Bream, all served with nshima.
  • 👩‍🍳 Receive step-by-step guidance from Elizabeth on cooking techniques, cultural stories, and the significance of each dish, ensuring a rich learning experience.
  • 🌍 Dine together on traditional mats under the mango trees, sharing the delicious meal you've prepared as a group, showcasing true Zambian hospitality.
  • 📝 Enjoy a full recipe explanation and cultural storytelling, enhancing your understanding of Zambian cuisine and traditions.
  • 🚙 Benefit from a private car transfer from New Soweto Market to Elizabeth's township home, making your journey comfortable and convenient.
  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible facilities ensure that everyone can partake in this wonderful cooking experience.
  • 🍷 Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, allowing you to complement your meal with local drinks.

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Walk, Shop and Cook Traditional Zambian Meal at Soweto
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

  • Hands-on cooking experience over traditional charcoal brazier (mbaula)
  • Communal meal — eat together what you cooked
  • Full recipe explanation and cultural storytelling by local host
  • Guided walking tour from meeting point to New Soweto Market
  • All fresh ingredients bought at New Soweto Market
  • Guided tour of New Soweto Market with local host Elizabeth
  • Choice of 1 of 4 authentic Zambian meal plans
  • Private car transfer from market to Elizabeth's township home
  • Pick-up at Total Petrol Station, Mumbwa Road
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Return transfer from Elizabeth's home after the Meal (we recommend InDrive app, cheap and reliable)

Meeting point
⚠️ MEETING POINT: Protea Hotel Cairo Road, Lusaka — main entrance, 8:45 AM sharp. Need a ride? Use InDrive app — like Uber but cheaper in Lusaka!
Return details
⚠️ MEETING POINT: Protea Hotel Cairo Road, Lusaka — main entrance, 8:45 AM sharp. Need a ride? Use InDrive app — like Uber but cheaper in Lusaka!

This is NOT only a cooking class. This is real Zambian life!

NEW SOWETO MARKET
Meet host Elizabeth at the legendary New Soweto Market! Interact with
local vendors, discover exotic ingredients like kapenta fish &
chibwabwa leaves, and shop fresh just like locals do. Elizabeth
explains the culture, stories and flavours of each ingredient. ️

COOK IN A REAL TOWNSHIP HOME
After shopping, jump in a car for a 20-minute drive deep into a real
Lusaka township — pure local life! Cook at Elizabeth's traditional
home with a stunning garden and mango trees. Each person picks their
own dish and gets their OWN charcoal brazier (mbaula)!

Choose from 4 authentic Zambian recipes:
Nshima + Chicken Stew + Sautéed Kale
Nshima + Crispy Kapenta Fish + Boiled Beans
Nshima + Beef or Goat Stew + Pumpkin Leaves (Chibwabwa)
Nshima + Groundnut Vegetables + Grilled Fresh Bream

Elizabeth guides you step by step — recipes, techniques, cultural
meaning and charcoal fire skills!

️ EAT TOGETHER
Sit on traditional mats under the mango trees and share the meal
you cooked as a group. True Zambian hospitality at its finest.
No tourist traps. Just real food & real people.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Walk, Shop and Cook Traditional Zambian Meal at Soweto

    Location Lusaka, Zambia
    $65
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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