Market Tour&Cook Kenyan cultural food
Nairobi, KenyaPart of the Airbnb Cooking collection
Cooking experience hosted by Agnes
6.5 hours
African
Up to 7 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
The day will be divided into two parts; we will kick start the day by shopping for ingredients in the biggest fresh produce market in Nairobi. Then we'll head on to the the kitchen where we'll prepare and cook our delectable meals.
In this experience you'll get an introduction and history of the foods that we'll be making for the day.
We will make three meals and a condiment to accompany them. The cooking session will take about four hours from start to finish. After this you can sit and enjoy the fruits of your labour or carry away the food to enjoy with your friends who weren't able to make it.
The menu will be communicated upon booking and any allergies discussed so that everyone will be accommodated.
Come, let's enjoy a home cooked, Kenyan, meal together!
If, however, you would love to just turn up and enjoy a home-cooked Kenyan meal without the hassle of going to the market, I've got you covered! Come experience a homemade Kenyan brunch ;-) https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/365477
Other things to note
Please provide any allergies to food that you might have.
The experience is open to people of all ages , however, you'll be personally responsible for those below twelve years of age.
In this experience you'll get an introduction and history of the foods that we'll be making for the day.
We will make three meals and a condiment to accompany them. The cooking session will take about four hours from start to finish. After this you can sit and enjoy the fruits of your labour or carry away the food to enjoy with your friends who weren't able to make it.
The menu will be communicated upon booking and any allergies discussed so that everyone will be accommodated.
Come, let's enjoy a home cooked, Kenyan, meal together!
If, however, you would love to just turn up and enjoy a home-cooked Kenyan meal without the hassle of going to the market, I've got you covered! Come experience a homemade Kenyan brunch ;-) https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/365477
Other things to note
Please provide any allergies to food that you might have.
The experience is open to people of all ages , however, you'll be personally responsible for those below twelve years of age.
The day will be divided into two parts; we will kick start the day by shopping for ingredients in the biggest fresh produce market in Nairobi. Then we'll head on to the the kitchen where we'll prepare and cook our delectable meals.
In this experience you'll get an introduction and history of the foods that we'll be making for the day.
We will make three meals and a condiment to accompany them. The cooking session will take…
In this experience you'll get an introduction and history of the foods that we'll be making for the day.
We will make three meals and a condiment to accompany them. The cooking session will take…
Agnes's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practising good hygiene and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- FoodWhat we'll cook is yours, you'll get to enjoy the flavour profiles of Kenya...
- DrinksI will provide what is known as spicy true African tea which will be brewed...
- TransportationGuests will cater for their own transportation from their place to NCBD and...
- EquipmentAll the cooking equipment
- 32 Reviews
- Identity verified
Hi there! I am a Kenyan citizen (born and raised), very serious and passionate foodie and food blogger with a very successful YouTube food/cooking channel - jikonimagic. - where I share all things pertaining to Kenyan food. This makes me one of the the best placed persons who'll offer you the authentic Kenyan cooking and food experience. With me, you'll experience Kenyan cultural food in the classic sense plus some fun twists and variations that make it more fun and playful.
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Where you'll be
You will get to experience the hustle and bustle of the busy fresh produce market and also get to appreciate the diversity of the Kenyan agricultural scene.
From there we'll go straight to the kitchen, located in Donholm estate, still within Nairobi, where we'll get down to creating our authentic Kenyan delicacies.
From there we'll go straight to the kitchen, located in Donholm estate, still within Nairobi, where we'll get down to creating our authentic Kenyan delicacies.
Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 32 reviews.
Agnes was an absolutely spectacular host. She was extremely knowledgeable about everything about Kenyan food and culture. She and her sister were extremely talkative and helpful in showing us how to make the food, the trip through the open air market was fascinating, and the food we made was delicious. We also went several hours over the time limit because we were just sitting around chatting with them and drinking chai. This is easily one of the most fun things we did in our 10 day trip to Kenya, and would absolutely do it again. I would strongly recommend this trip to anyone. We left feeling enriched by conversation with an expert on Kenyan cooking and food.
Agnes was an absolutely spectacular host. She was extremely knowledgeable about everything about Kenyan food and culture. She and her sister were extremely talkative and helpful in…
So you think you can cook huh? After going to the market buying the things you need and making everything from SCRATCH! You realize you dont really know JACK! This was an amazing experience and one of the highlights of my trip. Thank you for everything Agnes!
So you think you can cook huh? After going to the market buying the things you need and making everything from SCRATCH! You realize you dont really know JACK! This was an amazing e…
Agnes and her sister gave me a wonderful day. I was warmly welcomed and my experience on the market and in the cooking class was simply outstanding. I really enjoyed the fact that Agnes explained all the questions I had and that it was a hands-on experience while cooking. During my visit to the market and the public transport ride to the cooking location, I felt in safe hands with Agnes.
I don't want to miss this awesome experience! I learned a lot and had fun 👍😊
Agnes and her sister gave me a wonderful day. I was warmly welcomed and my experience on the market and in the cooking class was simply outstanding. I really enjoyed the fact that…
Agnes and Monica were wonderful and I learned so much about cooking from this class. Starting in the market was so much fun because I got to experience what it’s like to go out and negotiate and find the best veggies and meat for meals, and how to navigate a heavily congested market with relative ease. Along the way Agnes answered questions both about her class and about Kenya/our travel plans, which helped a lot in understanding how to use public transportation. When we got to her cooking location we met her sister Monica and spent the afternoon laughing and talking as though we were old friends. They really made us feel at home and it was the best possible way to start our trip. I highly recommend this class and trying their homemade Masala Chai, you will not be disappointed.
Agnes and Monica were wonderful and I learned so much about cooking from this class. Starting in the market was so much fun because I got to experience what it’s like to go out and…
I learned a lot about the food and culture of Kenya through Agnes. It's not only the food that I get to learn to prepare , but it was an experience to step into the lives of a new culture and learn about the fabrics of the society. I felt like I was exploring and learning about how Kenyans live through food. Thank you Agnes again for bringing me this great adventure !
I learned a lot about the food and culture of Kenya through Agnes. It's not only the food that I get to learn to prepare , but it was an experience to step into the lives of a new…
Dietary preferences
If requested, the host can accommodate the dietary needs listed. You must let the host know before the experience if you’d like an accommodation.
Shellfish allergy
Fish allergy
Egg-free
Vegan
Soy-free
Peanut allergy
Vegetarian
Pescatarian
Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Tree nut allergy
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Government ID
You’ll need to take a picture of yourself that matches the photo on your ID. This is so Airbnb can confirm who’s actually going on the experience. You’ll only have to do this once.
Guest requirements
Up to 7 guests ages 13 and up can attend. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age.
What to bring
Comfortable shoes because the activity involves standing while preparing the ingredients and cooking.
Large appetite
Large appetite