Authentic Jollof Cooking Class
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
This culinary experience is one of a kind! It’s non touristy and allows you to indulge in the Senegalese culture, experiencing authentic interactions with the locals,while creating a delicious dish and drinks with exotic flavors.
If you are a solo traveler and book this cooking experience the minimum guests required to join the group is 3,if we have other guests that book on the same date as yours then there’s going to be availability,but if there’s less than 3 people that book on your date we will have to amend your dates or you will have to cancel.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
This culinary experience will teach you how to cook like a local.Our experienced cooks will show you how to cook the main staple dish of Senegal,Jollof Rice With Fish and for the Vegan lovers Vegan Jollof Rice. Fish will be used to prepare the Jollof Rice,with vegetables ie(Carrots,Eggplant,Okra,Spinach,& Cabbage). For the Vegans it will be made with the same vegetables,excluding the fish.For groups of 7 and more we serve complimentary appetizers. Water and Bissap “Sorrel Juice” is provided to solo travelers and groups. It’s also important that you Let us know if you would like an English speaking host or a French speaking host. As a parting gift you will be gifted with a Souvenir to remember the beautiful country of Senegal.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Options
Authentic Jollof Cooking Class
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t miss!
796haileyr,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolute must if you are going to Senegal. A great cultural experience and the staff is amazing!
Wow great experience 😁
Nico N,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 out of 5 experience, I'm so happy I took this class. Step by step they teach you how to make authentic senegal food and it was delicious. Great experience and a must do when visiting senegal.
Amazing
Travel622687,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing experience with Dakar Jollof! Our lovely hosts were incredibly jovial and brought such great energy throughout the entire session. I learned how to cook thieboudienne, and it turned out sooo good. 10/10 I would absolutely recommend!
Great group experience!
Z6147LWtimothym,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s an understatement to say how great of a time I had! We were a large group traveling from a law school in the states, but the accommodation provided by the instructors was truly generous. It felt like I was getting a lesson from my mom and sister back home. I could not recommend this class enough. And the final product was the best food I’ve had on the trip thus far!
A must book experience while in Dakar!
brib827,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recommend this experience to anyone visiting Dakar- the host + English translator were incredible! So fun and very kind, and the cooking experience itself was such a fun cultural immersive time. I went to solo and ended up with such a fun group in my class! I can’t say enough how much I enjoyed the host + English translator, 10/10 experience. And the best jollof ever!!!!
10/10 Experience
makedac,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really enjoyable experience! Hawa (the instructor) and Abi (the interpreter) we're both so kind, patient, and detail-oriented. We made thieboudienne from scratch and the class took four hours, but it was definitely needed and worth it. Afterward, we were able to enjoy our food together as group participants (it was Ramadan, so the instructors were fasting). Be prepared—you'll have SO much food for leftovers. Overall, I highly recommend!
La Teranga at the turn of a cooking class! 🍲
67m lanieh,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience! I offered this great time to my family who came to visit me! They enjoyed: the shared moment and especially the cuisine! 😋
Authentic and fun local experience
kimberlysF9367BE,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it! We were welcomed into a local woman's home where we prepared thieboudienne from scratch with fresh ingredients. We even pounded herbs and spices into a paste with a traditional wooden pestle. The cost of the workshop was excellent - we were on site for 4 hours, including our meal, and the fish was top quality. The instructors were warm, friendly and great teachers. There were three participants so we all got one-on-one attention through the process. Best for adults or teens; older children could participate with a parent.
Wonderful experience
Passenger21207292175,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent great hours in cooking class. The cook and her niece were both very nice and friendly. We felt very comfortable. Also the food was super delicious! We would come back anytime😊
Wonderful authentic cooking class!
F5723JXemret,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic experience with wonderful instructors Hawa and Habibiatou who were so kind and informative in showing us how to make the one and only Thieb (Jollof rice)! Definitely a highlight of the trip and i will be using this recipe to impress friends and show them the cuisine of Senegal for years to come! Thank you!
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