Curry cooking class in Antigua: Learn roti and Caribbean spices

Curry came to the Caribbean with Indian indentured servants, and each island claims its own best version.

A four-hour hands-on cooking class in Antigua where you learn to make curry chicken (or tofu), roti flatbread, and all the sides and dessert from Nicole, a local cook who teaches in her home kitchen overlooking the sea. You cook everything yourself, then sit on the veranda and eat the three-course meal you made, with all recipes to take home. Children from age 3 are welcome. Vegetarian options available.

The experience

Nicole teaches in an informal way, telling the story of how curry arrived in the Caribbean with Indian indentured servants after slavery ended, and how each island developed its own special blend of spices. You'll learn the history and health value of curry, plus shortcuts to recreate the same menu at home whenever you want. The class covers curry chicken (with tofu for vegetarians), Dhal Puri roti, roasted pumpkin, spinach with coconut milk, white rice, and coconut custard tarts for dessert.

The meal starts with coconut crisps or plantain chips, then moves through the three courses on the veranda with views of the Caribbean Sea. Coffee and tea are included, along with all the recipes you'll need to cook this same menu back home. Nicole keeps the class small, a minimum of four people, so the kitchen doesn't get crowded and everyone gets real attention.

Bring any dietary requirements or allergies to her attention when you book, since the menu shifts with what's in season. If your group is smaller than four, you can join an existing class, or Nicole will move your booking to another day that works.

What’s included

• Hands-on instruction from Nicole.
• all ingredients and equipment.
• curry chicken or tofu, roti, roasted pumpkin, spinach with coconut milk, white rice, and coconut custard tarts.
• three-course lunch with coconut crisps or plantain chips.
• coffee and tea.
• all recipes to take home.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 11:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Stroller friendly

Operated by Nicole's Table Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this class if you want to learn Caribbean curry cooking in a home kitchen with a sea view and actually eat what you make. The four-hour format gives you time to cook everything from scratch without rushing, and the small group size means Nicole can answer your questions as you work.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do I make during the four hours?

You make curry chicken (or tofu for vegetarians), Dhal Puri roti, roasted pumpkin, spinach with coconut milk, white rice, and coconut custard tarts. Nicole walks you through each step in her home kitchen, and you do the cooking yourself.

Do I get to eat what I cook?

Yes. Once everything is ready, you sit on the veranda overlooking the Caribbean Sea and eat the three-course meal you just made, starting with coconut crisps or plantain chips, then the curry and sides, then the custard tarts.

What if I'm vegetarian?

Vegetarian options are available. Let Nicole know at booking so she can adjust the menu for you.

Do I get the recipes to cook at home?

Yes. All the recipes for the class menu come with you so you can recreate the same curry, roti and sides whenever you want.