Vavavi - Fijian Cooking & Cultural Experience

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Vavavi - Fijian Cooking & Cultural Experience

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 US$31.08  per guest
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Earliest available date: July 23, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
3 - 12 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English
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Other
Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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

Meeting & Pickup

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Meeting Point

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.

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Great family activity and a true immersive Fijian cooking experience. Highly recommended!
July 10, 2026

Great family activity . Welcoming and warm hosts. True hands on Fijian food cooking experience with

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Culinary Treasure
July 06, 2026

That was an amazing experience. Everything was well organized. The entire team made me feel like family. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in local cooking and culture. Par...read more

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Family, Culture and new friends
May 23, 2026

A truly cultural experience with a local family working hard to run their business. We enjoyed every minute. They taught us about their food, family, islands, traditions and so much more. With thei...read more

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Amazing piece of Fiji that can’t be missed
February 08, 2026

We had an amazing lovo cooking experience at Vavavi. Good was delicious and we learned so much about the culture. Thank you for sharing with us your family and culture.

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Hands on cooking experience at Vavavi to enjoy Fijian Cooking - a must do while in Fiji
January 17, 2026

You get to experience Fijian Cooking with a very fun family. They teach you all about the food, and you are hands on throughout the process. Once you have everything prepared then it is time to coo...read more

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