6 Cooking Classes in South Africa to Build a South African Day Around

1.Malay Cooking Class and Lunch in Bo-Kaap

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 515 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49Our pick

Learn Cape Malay cooking in a Bo-Kaap home, explore colorful streets, and enjoy a spice-filled lunch with local chef Faldela.

“It was one of the best things we did in Cape Town and that's saying something because we had an amazing time. Faldela's dry wit and warmth made her a fantastic teacher and she imparted so much wisdom about each dish and the spices used. The end result was a delicious lunch shared with a small community. It was a lovely afternoon and I'd strongly recommend to anyone visiting Cape Town.”

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2.Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 236 reviews · from $57Top rated

Cook Southern African dishes with warm local hosts at Pahari African Restaurant in Cape Town, then share a memorable communal meal.

“We had so much fun!!! Very gracious hosts! My sister and I enjoyed getting to know about our hosts and their food. I would recommend.”

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3.Cape Malay Cooking Class in Bo-Kaap

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 120 reviews · 2 hours · from $52

Cook samosas, roti, and Cape Malay curry in a Bo-Kaap home while learning local food traditions from a welcoming host.

“The cooking class was absolutely wonderful. My family and I truly enjoyed this experience and would definitely try it again. The host was very hospitable and was understanding of our dietary restrictions. Overall I give this experience a 10/10.”

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4.Bo-Kapp Walking Tour and Malay Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 4 hours · from $68

Explore Bo-Kaap with a local guide, learn Cape Malay cooking in a home kitchen, and enjoy curry, roti, samosas, and koesisters.

“Faldela was very warm and welcoming. She is a true local and many people within the street stop and say hello. She is very knowledgeable of the area and history. Her cooking class was excellent and we all left, full of new cooking tips, recipes and stomachs. If you are not into cooking, don’t let this put you off as this is a truly a great experience and you won’t regret booking.”

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5.Half-Day Small Group Cooking Experience in Franschhoek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $116

Cook an eight-course South African feast with chef Nicola Spilsbury in Franschhoek, paired with local wine and warm Cape Winelands hospitality.

“Beautiful kitchen space and awesome evening learning about African cuisine, cooking a true feast and having a wonderful time! Would book again anytime”

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6.Zulu Food Cooking & Dining Experience with a local Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · from $85

Cook Zulu dishes with a local chef, explore Maboneng, meet food vendors, and share a generous cultural lunch in Johannesburg.

“I had the best time with Dylan! We started with a walk around the neighborhood and he shared the history of it and what they are doing to foster community there. It was wonderful to see a different side of Joburg and we stopped at the market for refreshments. While cooking, we chatted about food, life, culture, and our experiences learning to cook. He was kind enough to print the recipes and teach me how to pronounce the names. The food was delicious and amazing; I had a great time cooking with Dylan. I ate sooo much!! And can hardly wait to get home and feed my friends and family…”

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