Praia: Fonte Lima Ceramics Workshop & Traditional Couscous Tasting
ID: GYG1078855-1662358
Category:
Country: Cape Verde
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Learn about the origins of pottery in Cape Verde, which is now an integral part of the culture and identity of the Cape Verdean people.
You will be picked up at your accommodation and then head inland to the island of Santiago.
Make your first photo stop in the municipality of São Domingos, continue your journey through the São Jorge region to Picos and admire the incredible views from the village viewpoint.
Upon arrival in Assomada, head to the community of Fonte Lima for a day of cultural immersion with the local women.
After a 10-minute drive, you will arrive at the Fonte Lima Ceramics Interpretation Center, where your guide will accompany you and explain the origins of pottery in Cape Verde, which is now an integral part of the culture and identity of the Cape Verdean people.
You will then have the opportunity to see and make a piece of pottery with clay, according to your imagination.
Finally, one of the most eagerly awaited moments of the day arrives: the preparation of a typical local couscous, made with corn flour and steamed in our famous ceramic couscous pot (Bindi).
Taste one of the most admired dishes of the Cape Verdeans and marvel at its unique and authentic flavor.
Highlights
- Enjoy a day of cultural immersion with local women.
- Taste Cape Verde's typical couscous
- Make a ceramic piece locally with clay, according to your imagination.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Guide service
- Transportation services
- Couscous tasting
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
