Lebanese Street Food Cooking Class in Sofia

Explore Mediterranean flavours with an Arabic soul in this Lebanese street food cooking class in Sofia. Guided by Chef Nemigenchev, you will prepare dishes that bring together warming spices, fresh herbs and the rich flavour combinations of Lebanese cooking. This is a hands-on introduction to the culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean: you take part in the cooking rather than simply watching.

Lebanese street food: tradition, aroma and contrast

Lebanon is one of the culinary treasures of the Eastern Mediterranean, where long-standing traditions and enticing aromas come together in dishes full of character. This class takes you into its street food culture, from fragrant bread and creamy dips to succulent shawarma, crisp falafel and a sweet finish with knefeh. Each part of the menu explores a different balance of spice, freshness and texture.

What you will make

• Manakish — fragrant bread generously seasoned with spices and olive oil.
• Hummus — a smooth, creamy dip with a velvety texture, inspired by the flavours of Beirut.
• Baba ghanoush — smoky aubergine blended with tahini and a bright citrus note.
• Fattoush salad — a fresh, crunchy counterpoint to the richer dishes on the menu.
• Lamb shawarma — juicy, boldly spiced lamb cooked with careful attention to the roasting.
• Pickled cucumbers and marinated onions — crunchy accompaniments that help balance the flavours.
• Falafel — golden bites with an aromatic centre and a satisfyingly crisp exterior.
• Knefeh — a Middle Eastern dessert combining melted cheese with sweet syrup.

Hands-on cooking with Chef Nemigenchev

This is a practical class, not a cooking demonstration. Every participant takes an active role and carries out tasks assigned by the chef. The session reflects a real working kitchen, including its pace, demands and particular way of working.

The experience is suited to you if you are interested in cooking and ready to follow Chef Nemigenchev’s guidance throughout the session. The advertised duration is 4 hours, but the group’s working pace determines the actual finishing time. The class may run longer than scheduled.

Tasting and drinks

Once the dishes are complete, you will taste the food you and the other participants have prepared. An alcoholic drink is served only at the end of the class, during the tasting. No alcohol is served while cooking is under way, helping everyone stay focused and maintain a safe working environment.

What is included

• A place for one person in the cooking class with Chef Nemigenchev.
• Everything needed for the session.
• A copy of the recipes for the dishes prepared.
• An apron.
• Mineral water, coffee or tea.
• A certificate of completion and a small gift.

Location, group size and duration

The class takes place in Sofia and has an advertised duration of 4 hours, with the possibility of running longer depending on the participants’ pace. You will cook in a shared group with other people you may not know beforehand. A minimum of 6 participants is required for the class to go ahead, and the maximum group size is 12.

Schedule and booking requests

Classes take place throughout the year on scheduled dates. The listed dates for this class are:

• 29 October at 17:00.
• 3 December at 17:00.

No year is specified for these two dates, so check the current schedule when requesting your place. Requests for a chosen session must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Buying a voucher does not automatically confirm a booking for a particular class.

The organiser’s cancellation policy

The organiser states that cancellation is free up to 120 hours before the reserved session begins. This condition applies to attendance at the class and should not be treated as a general Adventico voucher cancellation policy.

Give a culinary journey to Lebanon

Choose an Adventico voucher for yourself or someone who enjoys discovering new cuisines through cooking. This class brings together practical kitchen experience, a varied Lebanese menu and the pleasure of sitting down to taste dishes you helped create.