Livingstone: Traditional Zambian Home-Cooked Dinner

Highlights

• Savor a traditional Zambian meal in a local home
• Enjoy dishes like nshima, ifisashi, and chikanda
• Learn about Zambian culture and hospitality firsthand
• Experience the warmth of a local family and their traditions
• Get a glimpse into daily life in Zambia as you dine

Description

Experience authentic Zambian hospitality and tribal heritage with a home-hosted dinner. Instead of dining at a commercial tourist restaurant, be welcomed directly into a family’s home to share an intimate, home-cooked meal. Enjoy a variety of traditional dishes, including nshima, a thick, smooth porridge made from finely ground white cornmeal, and ifisashi, green leafy vegetables stewed in a rich, savory peanut sauce. Savor local river fish, slow-simmered village chicken, and savory stews. Try chikanda, a unique, savory cake made from wild orchid roots and peanuts, often called 'African polony.' Learn how locals traditionally eat nshima using only their hands. Before the food is uncovered, your host will bring around a pitcher of warm water and a basin to wash your hands right at the table.

Includes

Home-hosted dinner Authentic Zambian meal Handwashing ritual

Important Information

• Groundnuts (peanuts) are a foundational ingredient in almost all Zambian vegetable side dishes.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund