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Dates : On request between September and June 

This tour has been designed around Lamia’s B&B, in the heart of the Nabeul countryside. You'll be able to taste and prepare some of the most typical dishes of Tunisian gastronomy, as well as ingredients such as harissa and floral waters, and some local wines.

Renowned for its citrus fruits and peppers, the Cap Bon is a promontory located in the north-east of the country that was already cultivated with vines, olives and fruit trees in the 4th century BC, according to Diodorus of Sicily. A vast garden of plains and rolling hills with a wonderful Mediterranean feel, it is the perfect place to discover the the country’s terroir and cuisine.

The itinerary may vary according to the season and the availability of our partners, as we adapt to the rhythm of local artisans and producers.

Day 1 - Welcome to Tunisia!

After being met at the airport by Lamia, your host, guide and interpreter for the days ahead, you'll travel to her farmhouse in the Cap Bon, where you'll be based for the duration of your stay. A promontory located in the north-east of the country, the Cap Bon region is a vast garden, which was already cultivated with vines, olive trees and fruit trees in the IVe century BC, according to Diodorus of Sicily. The landscapes alternate between plains and mountains, citrus orchards, market gardens and vineyards, with a Mediterranean flair. Enjoy the bucolic atmosphere and, if you arrive early in the day, a cooking workshop with Lamia before dinner.

Day 2 - Essential kitchen provisions

After a typical Tunisian breakfast with fresh produce from the farm and surrounding area, we hit the road for a day discovering some of the most indispensable products in the Tunisian larder, starting with harissa. This seasoning, made from crushed red chillies, is served with almost every meal, and is recognized as a facet of the country’s “intangible cultural heritage” by UNESCO. You'll learn how it is prepared and have the chance to taste several varieties.

After lunch, the afternoon will be devoted to floral waters. The distillation of aromatic flowers and herbs - rose, orange blossom, geranium, thyme, rosemary, mint etc. - is practiced in almost every household in the Nabeul region in spring. The wonderful aromas are used to flavor drinks as well as sweet and savory dishes, and to treat ailments and perform rituals, such as welcoming visitors by sprinkling fragrant water on their head or hands. In the evening, a vegetarian dinner, prepared by an exceptional female chef, will be served in her beautifully restored home.

Day 3 - Mlawi, Malsouka and Méchoui: three essential Tunisian dishes

After an Arbi breakfast (literally “Arab”, meaning rustic), we’ll learn how to prepare Mlawi, a flaky pan-cooked flatbread. Often eaten in the morning, it is an emblem of Tunisian street food, as it is perfect for making wraps that are easy to carry or eat while standing. At the end of the morning, we'll set off on foot, by bike or by donkey-cart to visit a nearby vineyard for a cellar tour, wine tasting, and barbecue lunch (méchoui) among the giant aging tanks. The site and the theme of grape cultivation in general open a window on the country's Roman and colonial past, and the ongoing relevance of that history to contemporary Tunisia.

Back at the farm, you'll be introduced to Malsouka in Lamia's kitchen. Malsouka is a very thin pastry, like filo, used in a wide range of dishes, both savory and sweet, of which the most famous the triangular brik, a pastry stuffed with potatoes, egg, and tuna, which is an essential speciality during the holy month of Ramadan. Dinner will consist of the food you will have prepared with Lamia during the workshop.

Day 4 - Departure

Your culinary journey is coming to an end. After breakfast, or lunch, depending on your flight time, you'll be accompanied to the airport for your departure. If you have a late departure, there are plenty of activities around the farm, or in the capital prior to your departure.

Participants: 2 people minimum, 8 people maximum

Prices (We accept EUR, CAD, USD, and TND)

• 2 personnes : 1290€ par personne
• 4 personnes : 1090€ par personne
• 6 personnes : 890€ par personne
• 8 personnes : 790€ par personne

Included

• Transfers and ground transportation in Tunisia
• Accommodation
• Meals and snacks
• Visits, workshops, classes, tastings and activities 
• All ingredients and equipment for classes and workshops
• Wines at tastings

Not included

• Flights
• Personal travel insurance (cancellation, health, etc.)
• Tips, should you wish to leave any
• Alcoholic beverages you wish to consume during your stay (other than wine tastings)