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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: Who is this tour for?
Food lovers and culinary explorers, travelers seeking authentic African flavors in London, fans of African cuisine looking for insider knowledge and tasting experiences.
Q: Why This African Food Tour in London is Unique?
Curated by award-winning author & chef. With insider knowledge, historical contect and stories, cooking tips, and spice secrets from over a decade-long culinary experience. Pan-African variety tasting across London.
Q: What ages is this experience suitable for?
A: Adults & 12+ years. An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 2 days before the event
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 3.5 hours, £150 per guest
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Chef-led Tasting Tour in London
Enjoy a rich tour with stories, recipes and tastings at iconic restaurants, to hidden gems, and London markets rich with African flavours.
Pan African Tasting Across London
Lerato will guide you through Africa’s iconic dishes, from Jollof and Injera to Boerewors, Akara, puff puff and much more.
Experience an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
Learn the origin stories of coffee and enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony with beans roasted, ground and brewed especially for you.
Visit London's Most Iconic Markets from Brixton to Borough Market
Learn the relevance of African foods and culture across London and the history of London's most iconic markets where you will experience these flavours.
Learn About African Spices & Produce
Lerato will guide you with tips on how to to shop for a vast variety of African produce and with recipes you can enjoy at home.
The Global Influence of African Food
From the Caribbean to Latin America you will learn how African food became an important influence globally.
A Goodie Bag of Spices & Recipes
Leave with a special treat and lots of inspiration for to continue your culinary journey at home, with access to Lerato's recipes.
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What you'll get
- I’ll guide you through Africa’s iconic dishes, from Jollof and Injera to Boerewors, Akara, puff puff and much more.
- Enjoy tastings at my favourites from high-end restaurants, to hidden gems, and London markets rich with African flavours.
- Learn the history, traditions, and stories behind each dish and ingredient.
- Learn insider stories, recipe tips, and spice secrets from my cookbook and travels
- Experience enchanting Ethiopian tea ceremony.
- Take home a goody bag featuring my signature spice blend and other surprises.
Knowledge required
A curious mind is all that is required
What to bring
ID, comfortable shoes, Tube Tickets
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Who is this tour for?
Food lovers and culinary explorers, travelers seeking authentic African flavors in London, fans of African cuisine looking for insider knowledge and tasting experiences.
Why This African Food Tour in London is Unique?
Curated by award-winning author & chef. With insider knowledge, historical contect and stories, cooking tips, and spice secrets from over a decade-long culinary experience. Pan-African variety tasting across London.
Location
Morleys Brixton, Brixton Road, London
This venue is a short walk from Brixton tube station.
Your host
For over a decade, I’ve brought people together to share the joy of cooking and feasting, celebrating the rich heritage and flavours of Africa. My cookbook, Africana, is celebrated as one of the most comprehensive modern collections honouring the continent’s diverse cuisines and cultures.When I’m not teaching across the UK or leading unforgettable retreats through Africa, you’ll find me sharing recipes and stories as a panellist on BBC Radio 4’s The Kitchen Cabinet or enjoying the best of food and culture in London.Join me for immersive experiences that will inspire and ignite your passion for food, culture, and travel.
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