Nicole's Table: Exploring Jamaican Jerk Cooking in a Scenic West Indian Home

Join Nicole’s Table for an immersive cooking class in a scenic West Indian home, where you’ll learn the art of Jamaican jerk cooking and discover the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean. Don’t miss this opportunity to cook with new friends and bring the taste of the West Indies to your own kitchen!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Orchid Hill Drive - Jerk cooking is an authentic Jamaican way to cook meat. Whether it is pork, chicken, beef or fish, the meat is seasoned and slowly cooked over an open fire or on a barbecue grill. The seasoning is made up of local/regional spices like scallions, onion, thyme, pimento (all spice), cinnamon, nutmeg, peppers and salt. The first…
What's Included
  • Meals, drinks, and recipes as per itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Meal Options
  • Coconut Crisps and/or Green Plantain Chips with Pineapple Salsa - This starter is served in all four classes and is sometimes replaced with Cassava Chips.
  • Jerk Chicken (or Tofu for vegetarians) with Grilled Pineapple - Dish is also served with Jerk Sweet Plantain Tostones, Red Beans and Rice in Coconut Milk, and a Garden Salad
  • Coconut Custard Tarts…
Additional Information

Jerk cooking embodies the true essence of Jamaican culinary arts. It pairs well with a wide array of proteins such as pork, chicken, beef, or fish, each one carefully seasoned and gently cooked over a blazing open flame or a searing barbecue grill.
The term ‘Jerk’ encompasses various regional spices like scallions, thyme, all-spice or pimento, and…

Location
Orchid Hill Drive
We are unable to offer transportation to our home, but we do provide customized directions and information for all of our guests. When you arrive at our home, we always meet you and talk with the taxi driver to make sure he or she will pick you up on time when we are finished. We work with cruisers, hotel guests, and BnB guests all the time so we can help you find our way to our home via taxi or a car rental.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cagrapegrower
Oct 25, 2025
Would do again - Just a relaxed, fun day, where we learned a lot, ate well and enjoyed Nicole - and her family. Off a cruise ship (taxis are a hassle; if did again, would ask Nicole to book something for us, but we got lucky and stumbled into Miguel). Hot, muggy and crowded downtown. Beat the crowds; get up into the hills. Nicole is a pro - experience chef and people-person. If you like to cook, or eat, or have a pleasant day, just go.
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Shannonco6798kz
Oct 24, 2025
A must do while in Antigua - This was such an amazing experience. My husband has been on the search for 9 years now on how to make authentic jerk chicken. Nicole and her family opened up their beautiful home to us and did just that. The food we made was so full of flavor and love. We cannot wait to make them at home for our family and friends.
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Lisa
Oct 17, 2025
Perfect way to spend an afternoon. - This was a wonderful experience with Nicole and her family. They were gracious hosts. So many of the foods we cooked came right from her garden outside. Everything was so fresh and delicious. She made this type of cooking accessible to us, even without any experience. We also met some other lovely people and had a relaxing fun meal together. Can't recommend enough.
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Nicole_r
Oct 9, 2025
Awesome Time - Nicole was amazing and we were welcomed in her house!!! It was an amazing view and great people!! Would definitely do again ☺️
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Edd
Sep 30, 2025
Amazing cooking, fantastic food and perfect company - We were greeted at the door to Nicole’s beautiful house. She showed us through to her back garden which was teaming with greenery and lovely large chairs to relax in. She had a bouncy and welcoming energy to her. Every part of the food preparation was well explained and we were all encouraged to partake. Conversation ranged from food to history of the island and everything In between. The class lasted 4 hours and the time flew by and we all made way too much food to eat on one sitting. All in all I would highly recommend this for solo travellers, couples, families and everyone else. Thank you so much for having us Nicole.
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Hcooper1967
Sep 25, 2025
Fabulous food and lovely host and chef. - What an amazing experience! Nicole was a fantastic host who made us feel very welcome and relaxed in her beautiful home. There were 7 of us in total doing the cooking course and we all got to know each other over a rum punch on the terrace - which had a fantastic view towards the sea. Nicole clearly explained what we each had to do and the time flew by as we prepared and cooked the jerk chicken, pineapple salsa (so good!), plantain crisps with a lime dip, salad, rice and beans, and a simple but delicious coconut custard tart. We loved the food so much we have made it several times since and the tangy pineapple salsa is now made for every bbq we have. I highly recommend attending one of Nicole’s cooking days.
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Kathy_l
Sep 20, 2025
Unique and fun experience at Nicole's Table - We were a party of 4 and had a wonderful time at Nicole's Table. Nicole and her family were very welcoming into their beautiful home. She taught us about jerk and then, with her direction, we proceeded to make the jerk for the chicken and remainder of the meal. As I was a picky eater, Nicole made some adjustments to accommodate me which was not at all expected but very much appreciated. We ate our meal on their beautiful porch and took in the scenery around us. We also drank rum punch was very good. We had a great time!! All the food was excellent. It was such a cool experience, and so glad that we did it.
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Jojosmooth1
Aug 19, 2025
A full, happy heart. - From the moment I walked through the door, I felt like I was being welcomed into a family rather than just attending a cooking class. Nicole and her team created such a warm, inviting atmosphere that immediately put me at ease—it truly felt like home away from home. The class itself was an absolute delight. Nicole shared not only excellent recipes but also stories, techniques, and cultural insights that made the experience so much more than just about food. Every dish was vibrant, flavorful, and full of character—authentic Caribbean cooking at its finest. The way she guided us through each step made the recipes approachable, even for someone who might not consider themselves a chef. What stood out most was the balance between learning, laughing, and connecting. We weren’t just cooking; we were sharing an experience. By the end, we sat down to enjoy our creations together, and it felt like a joyful family gathering with incredible food at the center. If you’re visiting Antigua, Nicole’s Table is an absolute must. It’s more than a cooking class—it’s a memory you’ll carry with you long after the last bite. I left with new skills, new friends, and a full, happy heart. A truly unforgettable experience!
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Lanishah2025
Aug 19, 2025
The Ultimate Antigua Experience - Nicole’s Table experience was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed creating such a delicious meal from scratch. Nicole welcomed us into her home and guided us through the entire process. We were provided recipes for dishes we created to take home. The excursion is a 10 out of 10 I recommend!
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Kelseylouise23
Jul 28, 2025
A Jerking Good Time at Nicole's Table - What a fantastic experience we had at Nicoles Table! Nicole and her daughter welcomed us into their home to learn and make some fabulous Caribbean food. The views from their home are spectacular and we got a real feel for Caribbean home life. Nicole was super informative and was always willing to answer any questions. We had a fantastic afternoon, and we made some delicious food, with recipes I have come with to always remind me of my time Antigua! A must for that true authentic experience.
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From $145
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).