Nicole's Table - All about Jerk

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

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Jerk cooking is an authentic Jamaican way to cook meat. Whether it is pork, chicken, beef or fish, the meat is seasoned and slowly cooked over an open fire or on a barbecue grill.

"Jerk" is made up of regional spices ranging from scallions and thyme to pimento (all spice) and cinnamon. The first taste of jerked food is hot with pepper, but as you eat the other spices explode with stunning flavour. It is for this reason why all the other islands have adopted Jerk.

Jerk is now viewed as a regional food, and everyone has their own special recipe to make jerk seasoning.

Nicole will introduce visitors to all jerk spices and history, and discuss the various ways jerk seasoning can be used to give your food its own West Indian style when you return home.

Take this class not just to explore new flavours, but to enjoy the experience of cooking with new friends in a West Indian home with great view of the Caribbean Sea!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Please advise of any specific dietary requirements (especially allergies!) at time of booking

All recipes depend on the season and availability

Please be aware that we may need to move your booking to another day to meet our 4 person minimum. If your party is less than 4, please book into an exsiting class, or contact us.

We require multiple hand washings and masks to be warn if a guest has flu-like symptoms.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Meals, drinks, and recipes as per itinerary

Snacks

Lunch

Dinner

Coffee and/or Tea

Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

What To Expect

Jerk cooking is an authentic Jamaican way to cook meat. Whether it is pork, chicken, beef or fish, the meat is seasoned and slowly cooked over an open fire or on a barbecue grill. The seasoning is made up of local/regional spices like scallions, onion, thyme, pimento (all spice), cinnamon, nutmeg, peppers and salt. The first taste of jerked food is hot with pepper, and as you eat the flavors of all the other spices mingle in your mouth giving an explosion of stunning flavor. It is for this reason why all the other islands have adopted Jerk. Jerk is now viewed as a regional food, and everyone has their own special recipe to make jerk seasoning. In Nicole’s class, Nicole will introduce you to all the jerk spices, provide a history about jerk, and discuss the various ways jerk seasoning can be used to give your food its own West Indian style when you return home. Once lunch is ready, guests will enjoy eating on our large veranda overlooking the Caribbean Sea (and the hummingbirds that frequent our orchids). * Vegetarian options are available upon request.

Sample Menu

starter

Coconut Crisps and/or Green Plantain Chips with Pineapple Salsa

This starter is served in all four classes and is sometimes replaced with Cassava Chips.

main

Jerk Chicken (or Tofu for vegetarians) with Grilled Pineapple

Dish is also served with Jerk Sweet Plantain Tostones, Red Beans and Rice in Coconut Milk, and a Garden Salad

dessert

Coconut Custard Tarts

Rich, tasty, and one of our most popular desserts. It is served with our Coordinating Curry, Jerk and Seafood classes.

Options

All about Jerk

Hands-on cooking class using recipes for a 3-course lunch with Jamaican Jerk seasoning as the focus. Monday - Saturday, 11 AM - 3 PM. Only 10-20 minutes from the Harbour and airport.

Reviews

4.98

216 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

213

Just wow! Amazing day
Sarahfairy,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I saw this on an Antigua FB group and booked the Jerk cooking day - what a fabulous day Only 10 people and a lovely group. Nicole and her home are amazing and so welcoming. The day flew by and we loved every second! We cooked, we drank rum punch, we did a rum tasting and all sat together to eat. Don’t hesitate book this The pictures speak for themselves
Nicole is the best!
Daniel D,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nicole has the best personality and knowledge to make this a wonderful time together. How much fun it was preparing, learning, and dining together! We tried the recipes again once we were home; they were easy and equally as delicious. This was definitely the best thing we did when in Antigua. Nicole opens her beautiful home and provides a professional service with friendliness and warmth. We highly recommend Nicole!
Nicole's Table was a warm and fun experience we would do again!
Martin S,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nicole provided an amazing warm and insightful experience. We learned so much about local culture and cuisine. In addition, the people we shared this experience were also fun and engaging, and we highly recommend Nicole's Table and would happily return for another course.
Would do again
CAGrapeGrower,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Just a relaxed, fun day, where we learned a lot, ate well and enjoyed Nicole - and her family. Off a cruise ship (taxis are a hassle; if did again, would ask Nicole to book something for us, but we got lucky and stumbled into Miguel). Hot, muggy and crowded downtown. Beat the crowds; get up into the hills. Nicole is a pro - experience chef and people-person. If you like to cook, or eat, or have a pleasant day, just go.
A must do while in Antigua
shannoncO6798KZ,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such an amazing experience. My husband has been on the search for 9 years now on how to make authentic jerk chicken. Nicole and her family opened up their beautiful home to us and did just that. The food we made was so full of flavor and love. We cannot wait to make them at home for our family and friends.
Perfect way to spend an afternoon.
Lisa W,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful experience with Nicole and her family. They were gracious hosts. So many of the foods we cooked came right from her garden outside. Everything was so fresh and delicious. She made this type of cooking accessible to us, even without any experience. We also met some other lovely people and had a relaxing fun meal together. Can't recommend enough.
Awesome Time
Nicole R,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nicole was amazing and we were welcomed in her house!!! It was an amazing view and great people!! Would definitely do again ☺️
Amazing cooking, fantastic food and perfect company
Edd D,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were greeted at the door to Nicole’s beautiful house. She showed us through to her back garden which was teaming with greenery and lovely large chairs to relax in. She had a bouncy and welcoming energy to her. Every part of the food preparation was well explained and we were all encouraged to partake. Conversation ranged from food to history of the island and everything In between. The class lasted 4 hours and the time flew by and we all made way too much food to eat on one sitting. All in all I would highly recommend this for solo travellers, couples, families and everyone else. Thank you so much for having us Nicole.
Fabulous food and lovely host and chef.
hcooper1967,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing experience! Nicole was a fantastic host who made us feel very welcome and relaxed in her beautiful home. There were 7 of us in total doing the cooking course and we all got to know each other over a rum punch on the terrace - which had a fantastic view towards the sea. Nicole clearly explained what we each had to do and the time flew by as we prepared and cooked the jerk chicken, pineapple salsa (so good!), plantain crisps with a lime dip, salad, rice and beans, and a simple but delicious coconut custard tart. We loved the food so much we have made it several times since and the tangy pineapple salsa is now made for every bbq we have. I highly recommend attending one of Nicole’s cooking days.
Unique and fun experience at Nicole's Table
Kathy L,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were a party of 4 and had a wonderful time at Nicole's Table. Nicole and her family were very welcoming into their beautiful home. She taught us about jerk and then, with her direction, we proceeded to make the jerk for the chicken and remainder of the meal. As I was a picky eater, Nicole made some adjustments to accommodate me which was not at all expected but very much appreciated. We ate our meal on their beautiful porch and took in the scenery around us. We also drank rum punch was very good. We had a great time!! All the food was excellent. It was such a cool experience, and so glad that we did it.