Discover Belize
Garifuna Cooking Class
Discover the flavors and stories of Garifuna cuisine through a hands-on cooking class at Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize. Guided by “Naru,” Garifuna for grandmother, this cultural and culinary experience introduces you to the ingredients, techniques, and traditions behind one of Belize’s most meaningful food cultures.
This resort experience invites guests to connect with Belize through flavor, heritage, and shared preparation. Learn how Garifuna recipes are shaped by community, coastal ingredients, and generations of knowledge, then enjoy a deeper appreciation for the culture that continues to enrich Belize’s Caribbean identity.
Inclusions
- Garifuna cooking class at Itz’ana
- Guided cultural and culinary experience
- Introduction to traditional Garifuna ingredients
- Hands-on cooking techniques
- Local storytelling and cultural context
- Ideal for guests interested in Belizean cuisine, culture, and food traditions
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Camera or phone for photos
- Curiosity and appetite
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
You will learn traditional Garifuna ingredients and hands-on cooking techniques, with local storytelling and cultural context behind one of Belize's most meaningful food cultures.
It is guided by 'Naru,' the Garifuna word for grandmother.
Guests interested in Belizean cuisine, culture, and food traditions.
Comfortable clothing, a camera or phone for photos, and curiosity and an appetite.