Authentic Garifuna Cooking Class in Hopkins Village Belize
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Authentic Garifuna Gastronomic Experience in Hopkins Village, Belize offers the most interactive hands-on opportunity to cook with a Garifuna Ambassador in an enchanting Garifuna village replica located on Kalipuna Heritage Island. Learn about the indigenous flavors and cooking techniques that makes Garifuna meal tasty. The cooking experience is punctuated by informative conversations about the culture, history & people and spiced with laughter. Guests explore the herbal garden on the island and harvest organic ingredients to be used in meal preparation. The art of Coconut processing is always a highlight and includes husking, cracking, grating & making coconut milk. Learning how to cook over a traditional stove and prepare the most delicious traditional afro-indigenous lunch is sure to be fun. Guests with special dietary needs are equally catered for however advance notification is appreciated.2 hours
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Use of equipment : Other.
Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Use of equipment : Other.
Food and drink : fruit punch
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Prepare to unlock the secrets of Garifuna cuisine in a journey that combines culture, nature, and culinary artistry. Join us for The Traditional Garifuna Cooking Classes, where you'll embark on a sensory adventure that immerses you in the heart of Garifuna traditions.
Your culinary escapade begins with a picturesque kayak ride across the pristine waters of a tranquil lagoon.
Step ashore and embark on a guided walk through our herbal garden, where you'll encounter a world of herbs with diverse properties and flavors, selecting some to infuse your culinary adventure with natural goodness.
Step into our cultural kitchen, where tradition and innovation merge. Here, you'll cook over a traditional open fire stove known as the "fire heart." With freshly caught fish, hand-picked herbs, locally sourced coconuts, and plantains. You'll prepare the iconic Garifuna dish, hudut. As you work your culinary magic, we'll teach you the art of coconut husking and coconut milk extraction.
After your culinary journey, savor the fruits of your labor as you enjoy a delicious Garifuna meal for lunch. Every bite is a symphony of flavors that encapsulates the essence of Garifuna cuisine.View Location
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Main Courses
- Hudutu - Coc.nut chowder flavored with herbs, garlic, onion & Fish. Served with pounded plantains and fried fish
Meeting and Pickup
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Guest wanting to drive/walk/bike to Palmento Grove pickup point: It is located on the northend of Hopkins pass Seiri Del Mar Resort. Take the dirt road along the green fence to the Beach at Hawii Estuary.
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Guest wanting to drive/walk/bike to Palmento Grove pickup point: It is located on the northend of Hopkins pass Seiri Del Mar Resort. Take the dirt road along the green fence to the Beach at Hawii Estuary.
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Please advise pickup point within Hopkins, Sittee River Road & Sittee point within 24 hours of scheduled experience. Guest wanting to drive/walk/bike to Palmento Grove pickup point: It is located on the northend of Hopkins pass Seiri Del Mar Resort. Take the dirt road along the green fence to the Beach at Hawii Estuary. Guide & Kayaks will be there to assist you in the lagoon crossing to Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island.
- Travelers will be picked up 20 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Alcoholic beverages may be served to guests that are over the age of 18 only (optional)
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
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No reviews found!Operated by Palmento Grove Garifuna Eco Cultural And Healing LodgeCreated on 14 Oct 2023Created on 01 Jan 2025
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