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Really authentic local cooking session. People are super friendly and helpful. Absolute recommendation!
Traditional Cooking Class - Mahangu pap for beginners
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In this cooking class you will not only get to know a new cuisine but you will gain an authentic insight into the Namibian culture and its people. Learn about farming of crops in a desert climate and train your whole body preparing the traditional porridge. Vegetarians are very welcome to see that Namibia has much more to offer than great steaks.
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We will introduce you to the authentic traditional Namibian meals that are prepared and eaten on a daily basis. We will start to teach you how to make the staple food "pap" - a porridge made from Mahangu. During the preparations you will learn about farming and storage of Mahangu. In addition, we will prepare not only classic beef on a "braai" (=BBQ) but adventurous guest can try various delicacies such as goat head (known as "Smilie") or Mopane worms. For vegatarian guests we can prepare local spinach and Marula fruits.
Most important you will meet Namibians in their homes and will be able to exchange stories over some local beers and traditional drinks. The activity is perfect to experience authentic Namibian culture. Children are very welcome.
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Kapana & Mahangu pap
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We can arrange pickup from any accommodation in Windhoek
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Christuskirche, Robert Mugabe Avenue, Khomas Region, Namibia, NA
Open in Google MapsYou will always recognize our team of guides with the Anchor Adventures branding. We will either meet you at your accommodation or at the parking in front of the Christuskirche in the centre of Windhoek.
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U9154QWyasminmAugust 2026 • TripAdvisor
It was a unique experience!
It was a unique experience! I am so glad to have taken this cooking class. The driver Penda was very accommodating and polite. The cook Iyaloo was also very nice and told us a lot about the food, her culture, and her language while cooking. I felt very comfortable the whole time and ate very, very delicious food! The mopane worms are a real delicacy and you should really try them on your trip to Namibia!
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Amy_SAugust 2026 • Viator
A local cooking experience not to be missed!
This experience was so fun! Renee was so kind and welcoming and enthusiastic. She not only did a great job instructing us through cooking porridge, spinach, fish, pork knuckles and worms (!), but she was also so informative about Namibian culture and lifestyle. She was a pleasure to chat with and so genuinely interested in getting to know us and our culture better. Highly recommend for a truly local experience in a new restaurant that her and her sister are so proud of (rightfully!)
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Barbara_GAugust 2026 • Viator
Namibia cooking experience
I loved that the cooking was hands on. We all got to chop and stir while learning about the different meats and spices.
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Nils Eric MJuly 2026 • TripAdvisor
Amazing cooking class with Ndeshi
I loved the experience. The driver Penda was super friendly and reliable. The cooking class with Ndeshi was amazing and super authentic. A real Namibian experience what stays in my heart forever. Highly recommended. Thank you so much!
