Travelers consistently praise this cooking class with Chef Helmi as a highlight of their Curaçao trip. They appreciate the hands-on experience, learning to prepare local dishes like lionfish and pumpkin cupcakes, and the convivial atmosphere. The small group setting, knowledgeable chef, and delicious family-style meal are recurring positives. Reviewers also value the local insights and the opportunity to meet other travelers. Overall, it's described as a fun, memorable, and tasty experience.
Based on recent traveler reviews.
Prepare for an evening of culinary artistry and indulge in an unforgettable culinary journey with renowned chef Helmi Smeulders.
What can you expect?
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds, awaken your senses, and embark on a gastronomic adventure that will transport you to the vibrant heart of the Caribbean. Chef Helmi has mastered the art of blending Caribbean flavors with international techniques. Combined with her fierce belief in the quality of fresh and locally grown produce, Caribbean cuisine is evolving from comfort to culinary, from traditional to modern.
At the Chef's Table you have a front-row seat to seeing chef Helmi at work, while she prepares a menu that showcases the vibrant colors and bright flavors that define Caribbean cuisine. Each dish will tell a story, drawing from chef Helmi's connections to the region and her creative approach to culinary innovation.
Whether you're a passionate foodie, al connoisseur of Caribbean cuisine, or simply seeking an extraordinary dining experience, the Chef's Table is not to be missed. Reserve your seat today to join this remarkable culinary journey.
What's included
Included
A creative contemporary Caribbean chef’s menu
Matching wine package
Water
Coffee
Itinerary
A front-row seat to Chef Helmi's Caribbean tasting menu, paired with matching wines.
1
check meeting instructions
Meet at Djonoramarthaweg
Arrive at Djonoramarthaweg 1, Willemstad, no pickup service offered.
2
approx. 30 min
Front row to the chef
Take your seat and watch Chef Helmi prepare the evening's menu.
3
approx. 170 min
Caribbean chef's menu
Taste a creative contemporary menu blending Caribbean flavors and technique.
4
approx. 40 min
Matching wine pairing
Sip wines matched to each course, with water and coffee included.
The minimum age to participate is 12 years old. Please note that children should be comfortable eating adult meals, as there is no kids' menu and no modifications will be made for picky eaters or those with limited palates. The menu is chef-curated and may include unfamiliar or adventurous dishes.
Children's pricing does not apply.
Reservation process:
Booking this tour will initiate an enquiry for availability. Booking requests do not guarantee availability.
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
If there is no availability for your selected date, we will contact you to discuss alternative dates.
In the event that no alternative date is suitable, you will receive a full refund to your card.
If you'd like to participate in this activity, but have an allergy, please reach out to us before booking the activity.
Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. For cancellations made within 24 hours, no shows, or late arrivals, no refund will be issued.
A Variety of different snacks & beverages (selection can vary), such as: ceviche, soft drink, green rum, awa lamunchi, pastechi or arepa, beer & bitterballen
Snacks such as cheeseballs, Caribbean banana soup, bruschetta & various drinks like sangria & cocktails
Helmi, what an amazing experience! Thanks so much for this special morning ❤️❤️ absolutely loved it and will be adding your wonderful cooking class to my “mindful curacao travel guide”
It was one of my highlights of our trip as it was soo tasty, healthy and o learned a ton including how to peel mango’s 😍
Rosalie Tordoir
11 months ago
Google
Amazing Cooking Experience with Caribbean Chef Helmi!
I had a fantastic time last week learning about the incredible flavors and flowers of the island Curaçao. Chef Helmi showed us how to safely prepare Lion Fish, peel a mango perfectly, learned about all the recipies and I made the pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese glaze. Tasting all the dishes was simply delightful. A truly fun and memorable experience, to learn more about the island, I highly recommend it!
Lorri Paulucci
6 months ago
Google
Highlight of Curaçao vacation. Helmi creates a convivial atmosphere in a beautifully appointed kitchen and outdoor dining area. She delighted us with local information and her own experiences. Helmi’s recipes are accessible to cook yet present with subtle and delicious flavors. My husband and I loved meeting Helmi and partaking in her cooking class!
Juliet Ch
a year ago
Google
It was a little group of 10 with the chef and sous chef. We got to sample local ingredients ranging from fruits and veg to fish and then we all gotta a turn to make a dish that would then be shared as part of a family style meal. Everyone did their best, everyone got a chance to get their hands dirty and we ate like kings and queens. We learned a lot, we tried a lot, we laughed a lot and we ate a lot. Thank you chef Helmi and team, what an absolutely delicious experience.
Lynn Young
4 months ago
Google
Had such an amazing time! Helmi was so knowledgeable and informative, Jenny was so helpful. We had so much fun making delicious Caribbean food, met some awesome people and enjoyed eating all our hard work. Definitely a highlight of our trip.
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