Authentic Cooking Class in Mauritius with a Local Family
What your day looks like
Host Bio: Growing up in Mauritius, Yashna's family is very fond of cooking and entertaining friends and family. She is now excited to share her Mauritian gastronomical and cultural heritage with travelers visiting the island. Yashna is an art therapist and an educator who loves meeting new people and exploring new cultures. She believes the best way to experience the real Mauritius is in the heart of a local's home, having a lovely exchange over a home-cooked meal. When asked why she enjoys hosting, Yashna replied “Mauritians are very hospitable people. I want to share our diverse culture and gastronomical richness with travelers.”
Why travelers choose this experience
- This is an authentic cooking experience in a local home not a professional class in a studio
- Learn to cook traditional dishes passed down through generations in Yashna’s home kitchen
- Explore Yashna's garden where you’ll pick fresh ingredients like vegetables, fruits, and herbs
- Enjoy a 1.5hour handson cooking class, where you'll make an appetizer and a main dish
- Gain insight into Mauritian food culture & cooking techniques while preparing dishes from scratch
- Savor the delicious dishes you’ve prepared with Yashna and her family
- Dining together in a cozy, welcoming setting
Your day, step by step
Port Louis
Cooking Class.
Port Louis
Food Tasting.
Before you go
Meeting & Pickup
This experience takes place at the host's private home in Mare D Albert. The host's exact address and meeting location notes will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business