Waakye Class

Join us for a flavour-packed deep dive into one of Ghana’s most beloved street and home-cooked meals - Waakye. Guided by Mama Akua, you’ll learn to prepare this colourful rice-and-bean dish, cooked with dried sorghum leaves to give it its signature deep hue and earthy flavour.

Waakye is more than just rice and beans. It’s a full plate experience often served with fried plantain, boiled eggs, spaghetti, gari, shito, and your choice of protein like fish, goat, or chicken. In Ghana, it’s a weekend staple that brings people together around the table or bustling roadside stalls. In this class, you’ll create a full Waakye plate from scratch and enjoy it with the group.

HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT

• Learn the art of cooking Waakye with rice, beans, and sorghum leaves
• Make traditional accompaniments like plantain, spaghetti, gari, and shito
• Understand the cultural significance and history of Waakye in Ghana
• Enjoy a welcome snack or drink on arrival
  
• Sit down to enjoy the finished dish together as a group
  
• Storytelling and conversation throughout the class

PRICE: $180 per person

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

In person class:

• All ingredients, tools, and setup provided
• Hands-on guidance from Mama Akua
• Shared meal at the end
• Personalized apron with your name on it
• Branded tote bag
• Food containers to take home what you make
  
• A small take-home gift (mini Shito jar, apron, or recipe card)
  

Online:

• Grocery kit shipped to your door with all fresh ingredients
• Apron + cooking tools for your setup
• Step-by-step, hands-on guidance from Mama Akua herself
• Cook-along format leading to a shared meal at the end

CLASS CAPACITY:
Available as a private one-on-one or small group experience. Max 10 guests - we keep it intimate and immersive.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancel up to 72 hours in advance for a full refund. No refunds for late cancellations, but bookings are transferable.

OPTIONAL ADD-ON:
Add a full-size jar of Mama’s Shito to your order.