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Savor Albanian Cuisine Cooking Class with Mama Nina Berat Castle
4.8
35 Ratings
Berat
Experience the unique Savor Albanian Cuisine Cooking Class with Mama Nina in the historic Berat Castle. Learn authentic recipes, immerse in the culture, and savor the distinct flavors of Albania.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Vasili Restaurant - During Mama Nina’s Cooking Class at Berat Castle, prepare yourself for an unforgettable culinary experience that combines history, culture, and the tantalizing flavors of Albanian cuisine.
As you step into the ancient walls of Berat Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll be transported back in time. Inside Mama Nina’s kitchen, a warm and inviting atmosphere awaits, where you’ll be greeted by Mama Nina herself, a passionate and skilled local chef.
Under Mama Nina’s expert guidance, you’ll embark on a hands-on journey to discover the secrets of traditional Albanian cooking. From mastering the art of baklava to perfecting hearty stews and savory pies, Mama Nina will share her treasured family recipes, passed down through generations. Learn the techniques, spices, and ingredients that make Albanian cuisine so unique and flavorful.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Rakia and wine tasting
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Additional Information
This is a one-of-a-kind tour set within the historical Berat Castle, providing an enchanting environment. The tour is spearheaded by Mama Nina, a local expert in Albanian cooking, with whom participants get to learn about the traditional cuisine by actively participating in the cooking process. The cultural aspect of the tour, which comes alive through the stories and insights shared by Mama Nina, brings a certain depth to the experience. By focusing on traditional recipes and locally sourced ingredients, the distinctive tastes of Albania are highlighted. The tour’s intimate group size allows for personalized interaction, cultivating a friendly and inviting ambiance. This enriching tour fosters long-lasting memories and a greater understanding of Albania’s culinary tradition.
- we kindly request that you inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions you may have. This includes any specific food allergies, intolerances, or dietary preferences such as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free. By providing this information in advance, we can make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs and ensure that suitable meal options are available during the tour. Your satisfaction and well-being are important to us, and we want to create a memorable experience that caters to everyone’s requirements.
Location
Berat City Tours
Rruga Mihal Komnena
The Meeting Point is At our office Berat City Tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
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652suef
Jun 10, 2024
Delicious fun! - We had a fabulous trip to Albania, and this was one of the top experiences in my opinion. We felt extremely welcome by both Mama Nina and her childhood friend, Miqel, who helped with translation. We had a private cooking class in a beautiful rustic setting within Berat castle. We started off with raki, a local liquor, and some candied quince. Then we got to work using simple, local, and extremely fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, peppers, eggplant, zucchini, ricotta cheese, and fresh oregano. We made qofta (meatballs) from ground veal, eggplant that was incredibly flavorful, and an Albanian dish called ferges, that was super delicious. 😋 The location itself was slightly challenging to find because GPS doesn’t take you exactly to the right place, and some of the locals did not seem to be aware of exactly where to go, but we are so glad we found it and had this amazing experience!
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Bianca_h
Jun 9, 2024
Beautiful , delicious and welcoming - I had the most amazing time with mama Nina and mikael who translated for us. Nina was incredibly welcoming and very cheeky. The food was excellent and easy to follow recipes. Unfortunately you don’t get a recipe card afterwards. Such a fun experience I would recommend to anyone visiting berat.
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Mikaylas2023
Jun 4, 2024
The best - Nina, Mikel and Nina’s husband were fantastic hosts. We had the best time filled with so much laughter and yummy Albanian food. Their place is lovely and has a great view of Berat. We loved the raki and wine. Definitely a must do in Berat.
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Susanfk1313qc
Jun 2, 2024
Cooking with Love! - We had a wonderful time at Mama Nina’s cooking class in the Castle. Mama Nina was warm and welcoming with Mikel as a friendly translator. We made simple traditional dishes packed with flavor using fresh local ingredients like eggplant, garlic, peppers, oregano, cheese, tomatoes and veal. Such a warm and wonderful experience!
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Pinkhaibabe
May 31, 2024
Cookery, culture and care. - Perched in Nina's front room sipping raki, with her extended family, I was a little unsure what to expect; however, the experience that unfolded over the next couple of hours was magical; educational and something neither me or my husband will forget.
An avid foodie, my Birthday gift this year was to do a home cookery class in Berat. As a result, we learnt to prepare and cook fegase, traditional aubergine, and kofte. The instruction, warmth and humour imparted by Nina, with Michael's support for English translation, made the whole experience a joy. Cooking in a outdoor kitchen in a 700 year old castle only added to the uniqueness. I had the opportunity to perfect my knife skills and develop an understanding of both the vegetable and cooking methods, that suparses my prior knowledge (I would have taken the dishes off the heat long before they would have met Nina's approval). The recipies themselves remain the privilege of those who have shared this experience: I encourage anyone with a love of food, people and culture, to be amongst this number.
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Flissie_11
May 14, 2024
So much fun, food, wine and laughter - This cookery class was absolutely fantastic. Nina and her family are so warm and welcoming. We immediately felt like we’d known them for ages. Nina’s neighbour, Mickael, was there to help if any extra translation was needed and it was fascinating chatting to him as well. The food was simple and delicious and will be easy to replicate at home. We would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone with an interest in cookery visiting Berat.
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Grandtour638758
May 13, 2024
Get Your Foodie On! - Chef Mama Nina did an amazing job of creating a fun and interactive experience for our Albanian cooking class. We were a group of 4 total, along with a couple from the UK. We all had a chance to prep and cook several times during the entrees that we made. Chef Mama Nina also had a translator to facilitate. We had more than enough food to eat and left very satisfied. Mama Nina also offered us strong Albanian coffee to end our meal and she even “read” our coffee grounds! This class is definitely a “Must Do” if you’re a foodie in any form. Very Authentic & Highly recommend
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N3077iqkarineb
May 1, 2024
Top culinary experience! - Top culinary experiences. We learned lots of things and had a great time full of laughs. We were able to taste our preparations together. I highly recommend! Thank you very much for this moment
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Lamme_d
Jan 7, 2024
Cozy vibe with friendly locals and delicious Albanian dishes - Nina and her family were extremely welcoming and friendly. She was helpful and full of humour, allowing us to make traditional and authentic Albanian dishes that were tasty. It was very interesting to get to know the culture and interact with locals to immerse into the Albanian culture on a deeper level. Me and my partner were very grateful for this unique experience.
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Steve_grant1
Mar 22, 2024
History and Great Views - Went here with a guide who was knowledgable of the area which was a great help. Some good sites within the castle ruins to see but the views can be spectacular from the top over to the mountains and down to the town.
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