An Authentic Antiguan cooking experience.

Eat like A Local

Enjoy an authentic Antiguan cooking experience with local home chef Denise! Put your apron on and get ready to prepare authentic Antiguan dishes with locally sourced produce and seafood.

Popular dishes

Fungi/Fungee

Fungi is a cornmeal dish, similar to polenta, that's boiled with okra and mixed and rolled into a smooth ball when served.

Ducana and saltfish

Ducana is similar to a steamed dumpling, with the main ingredients being grated coconut and sweet potato.

Coconut dumpling

Instead of only using flour, these boiled dumplings are also made with grated coconut, and spices.

Pepperpot

Pepperpot is a thick rich stew made with yam, local vegetables, fresh spices, fresh and salted meat.

Hands on Learning

Experience the Culture

In your cooking experience, be ready to learn a little history about the food and flavors, how we pair our dishes, and when we eat certain dishes. You might even use a coal pot!

Get your hands messy preparing dishes along side Denise in the kitchen. Learn a few tips and tricks for preparing our local dishes.

Be as involved as you wish, or be a spectator and enjoy the delicious aromas as they float through the kitchen.

Delicious bites await you

Delicious tapas will be waiting for you on arrival, with local fruit or rum punch. Prepare for an explosion of flavors!

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Book your Antiguan cooking experience

Planning your next visit to Antigua, or maybe you already live here? Book your experience today to learn, and enjoy some of the best dishes available on the island!