Vavavi - Fijian Cooking & Cultural Experience

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
3 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Discover the essence of Fiji with Vavavi's cooking and cultural experience. Learn to make traditional dishes in a lovo, visit local markets, and indulge in a true Fijian journey.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Are you or do you know anyone looking for a truly unique and unforgettable culinary and cultural adventure in Fiji? Look no further!


We are small, locally owned family business. Our passion lies in sharing the vibrant culture and delicious traditional cuisine of Fiji with you. Join us for a day of exploration and enjoyment as we guide you through the preparation of authentic Fijian dishes cooked in our traditional lovo (earth oven).


Immerse yourself in local cuisine and produce with a visit to the market and gain insights into where locals purchase their fresh produce on a daily basis. . Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience!


Book your spot today and embark on a culinary journey like no other. We are able to cater for dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarians, vegans, halal, gluten-free etc.).


Sample Menu

STARTER
Fresh Coconut
Welcome drink upon arrival. A fresh coconut.
MAIN
Palusami
Palusami is a traditional Polynesian dish consisting of taro leaves filled with coconut cream and other ingredients.
MAIN
Chicken
MAIN
Fish
MAIN
Root Crops

What You Get

Kava tasting
Bottled water
Lunch
Gratuities
Transfers from outside Nadi/Denarau area

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Dietary Requirements

What You’ll Experience

• Greeted with a welcome drink • Witness the demonstration of a lovo being set up • Preparation of food that will be cooked in the lovo (earth oven) e.g. Palusami • Preparation of traditional Fijian dishes with fresh local ingredients e.g. Eggplant tavu • Morning tea • Traditional activities: Coconut scraping, weaving, and kava tasting • Local market tour • Lunch with drinks included

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Vavavi - Cooking & Cultural Experience, Enamanu Road, Ba Western Division, Fiji, FJ

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: June 25, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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