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Banjul · Gambia
Market Tour & Gambian Cooking Class with Hotel Transfers
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From $124.00 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Host Bio: Ida hosts an unforgettable culinary experience in her home in Tujereng, Gambia. Passionate about preserving and sharing her Gambian heritage, Ida welcomes guests from around the world into her home to experience authentic Gambian cuisine and traditions. Committed to sustainable tourism, she creates meaningful connections through food and culture. Ida works alongside her daughters-in-law, Haddy and Aïcha, whose talents enrich the experience. Haddy, a skilled chef, leads cooking sessions with warmth and energy, drawing from both her family traditions and professional kitchen background. Aïcha brings a unique blend of psychology and cultural insight, offering workshops on women's roles in Gambian society and the healing power of local herbs. Together, this family team offers a warm, immersive journey into Gambian life and hospitality.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- This is an authentic cooking experience in a local home not a professional class in a studio
- Discover Gambian culture through a handson cooking class in a local family home
- Visit the lively Tanji Fishing Market to shop for fresh fish and produce like a local
- Dress in traditional Gambian clothing and learn the stories behind the dishes
- Cook authentic dishes like domoda, benachin, or yassa using traditional methods
- Enjoy your homemade meal and herbal tea in a peaceful garden with your hosts
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Experience Gambian culture through a traditional cooking class in Tujereng. Join Ida and her daughters-in-law, Haddy and Aïcha, for an immersive Gambian cooking experience in their family home. The day begins with pick-up from your hotel in Tujereng or Banjul, followed by a warm welcome and the chance to dress in vibrant traditional Gambian clothing. Next, explore the bustling Tanji Fishing Market to buy fresh vegetables and fish. Senegalese fishermen arrive at this beach daily to sell their catch, and you'll find an incredible variety of seafood and produce - this is where locals do their grocery shopping. Back at Ida's house, you'll prepare and cook a traditional Gambian meal in the outdoor cooking area. In this hands-on Gambian cooking class, learn to make authentic dishes such as domoda (peanut stew), benachin (a traditional one-pot rice dish from the Wolof ethnic group), or yassa (braised fish or chicken), using traditional utensils and organic ingredients. After cooking, pick fresh herbs from the garden to brew your own herbal tea, then enjoy your meal in a peaceful garden setting with Ida and her family. This intimate experience in a local home offers a deep dive into Gambian cuisine, culture, and hospitality—perfect for food lovers and curious travelers alike.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Banjul
Local Flavor at Tanji.
Continued
Banjul
Cooking Class.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
This experience includes pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Tujereng or Banjul. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking online.
Meeting & Pickup
This experience includes pick-up and drop-off from hotels in Tujereng or Banjul. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking online.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please provide any dietary restriction information or preferences.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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