We cordially invite you to join us in an authentic Ethiopian cooking experience taught from ancient recipes! All of Little Ethiopia’s cooking is prepared using traditional methods including homemade blends of spices, slow stewing methods and authentic ingredients. All dishes at this cooking class will be served with "injera," a flat bread made of "Teff", a fine grain unique to Ethiopia.

Ethiopian dishes are prepared with an unforgettably striking dimension to exotic cookery. Included in this demonstration cooking class will be the famous Ethiopian coffee service, a real treat! Dining in Ethiopia is characterized by the ritual of breaking "injera" and sharing food from a common plate, signifying the bonds of loyalty and friendship.

The traditional way of eating is with fingers. "Injera" is placed on the plate with variety of dishes decoratively arranged around it. A small portion of "Injera" is torn off and wrapped around a mouthful of the selected dish. "Ethiopian coffee ceremony is one of the most enjoyable events. The coffee is taken through its full life cycle of preparation in front of you in a ceremonial manner. Coffee is called 'Bunna' (boo-na) by the Ethiopians.

While enjoying your Ethiopian culinary experience, you'll find yourself learning history and the culture of Ethiopia as you become adept at preparing classic, authentic Ethiopian cuisine followed by a trip to our Little Ethiopian gift shop. This makes it easier for you to pick up Ethiopian food ingredients and other Ethiopian artifacts, all in one and at the same spot.

We are also proud to announce that we will be launching classes in: Amharic language, Ethiopian traditional musical instruments (Krar, Masinko, washint, kibero,) Ethiopian dance (Eskesta).

To register for classes, please fill out the form on our website registration page or you can  call us at 202-319-1924.

Join us and be part of this great experience at Little Ethiopia in Washington DC!!