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Experience Nicole's Table: From the Sea in Buckleys Village, Saint John
Join the From the Sea seafood class in Buckleys Village, Saint John, where each morning the question “What did the fisherman bring?” sets the menu and you cook with whatever fresh catch arrives from local fishermen-Mahi Mahi, snapper, tuna or grouper. Led by Nicole, you’ll learn island techniques like stuffing a whole fish, filleting, and preparing Peleau, all while adapting recipes to the day’s haul. Expect a changing menu based on what’s fresh off the boats, hands-on collaboration with new friends, and a relaxed West Indian home setting with a great view of the Caribbean Sea, making this cooking workshop in Buckleys Village both a learning experience and a memorable taste of Saint John’s coastal food culture.
About this activity in Buckleys Village
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Join a hands-on seafood cooking class led by Nicole that showcases fresh island catches and West Indian flavours right in Buckleys Village, Saint John.
- Taste a rotating menu based on the morning’s haul-expect mahi mahi, snapper, tuna or grouper prepared as fillets, stuffed whole fish or classic Peleau.
- Cook and share a relaxed, social lunch with new friends while enjoying views of the Caribbean Sea from the home kitchen setting.
- Learn a variety of island seafood techniques and recipes you can recreate at home - perfect for food lovers, families and group bookings in the area.
Important Information
- Menus change daily according to what local fishermen bring in, so be ready for a fresh, seasonal experience rather than a fixed menu.
- This is a practical, interactive class where you’ll help prepare and eat the dishes - wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind cooking in.
- The activity suits families and groups; children must be accompanied by an adult and the experience is social and beginner-friendly.
- After booking you’ll receive practical arrival details and any requester prompts - please share dietary restrictions or allergies so the host can adapt recipes.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Varoom kitchen in Buckleys Village, Saint John. Exact meeting details and directions will be sent after you complete your booking; please arrive a few minutes early so the class can start promptly.
Includes
- Alcoholic beverages included as specified in the itinerary for experiences in Buckleys Village, Saint John.
- Meals, drinks, and recipes provided according to the published itinerary for this destination.
- Snacks included during your activity in the area.
- Lunch provided when listed in the itinerary.
- Dinner provided when listed in the itinerary.
- Coffee and/or tea served as part of the scheduled refreshments.
Excludes
- Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are not included; you should arrange your own arrival and departure transport.
- Transportation to and from attractions is not included - plan your own transfers while visiting the region.
Other
- Infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller; please bring whatever you need for comfort while exploring the area.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the experience.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years; you may be asked to show ID if consuming alcoholic beverages in this destination.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements, especially allergies, at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
- All recipes, particularly seafood dishes, depend on seasonal availability and may vary with local supply.
- We may need to move your booking to another day to meet our four-person minimum. If your party is under four, please join an existing class or contact us to arrange alternatives.
- If a guest has flu-like symptoms, we require multiple hand washings and that masks be worn to protect others in the group.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
This was an incredible experience for both me and my 11 year-old son! While I learned about the agriculture of the island and delicious classic recipes (that are surprisingly easy to duplicate at home), my son sliced and fried plantains with Nicole‘s daughter and nephew. Her home is both energetically and visually stunning. One of the top memories from our vacation! Highly recommend and would do again if I returned.
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Summary:
We knew that we would enjoy Nicole's class, however we underestimated just how much we would enjoy it. When she says that it's an "experience", she's 100% accurate. Nicole has an innate gift for seeing where each individual excels and where they need a bit more guidance.
From the very start of the experience, she made the group feel welcome and comfortable. We laughed, we learned, and we grew around Nicole's table. She even got my husband to like cabbage!!! We would highly recommend Nicole's Table to anyone visiting Antigua.
P.S. Don't skip the rum punch... it's amazing!
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Nicole's Table was a wonderful time! My wife and I booked the seafood class and after a short taxi ride to her home, we were given a booklet of several recipes that us and the others would be creating together. It was really a group effort, as the 8 of us on the excursion were led by Nicole to create a delicious group feast. I would 100% recommend this excursion to anyone who wants to have an authentic cooking experience and she will make sure that it will fit any dietary restrictions or needs as well. We will recommend this excursion for anyone going to Antigua.
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Know more about Buckleys Village
You can expect a hands-on West Indian seafood cooking workshop where the menu depends on what local fishermen bring that morning. Nicole teaches island techniques-stuffed whole fish, filets, and dishes like Peleau-so you’ll adapt, cook, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch with new friends and a Caribbean Sea view.
Yes. The experience is Group-Friendly and family-oriented-children may attend with an adult-and you’ll share learning and a meal together in a West Indian home setting, making it ideal for family, friends, or small groups.
Advise any specific dietary requirements or allergies at the time of booking, since the class centers on seafood and fresh local ingredients, and the host needs this information to prepare appropriately.
The class builds its recipes around the fresh catch of the day, so you’ll work with whatever local fish are available-mahi mahi, snapper, tuna or grouper when they’re off the boats-and learn multiple preparation styles tailored to each fish.
No. The menu adjusts based on seasonal availability and what the fishermen bring that morning, so be prepared for variations from the listed menu and for the instructor to adapt recipes during the class.
Couples and food-focused travelers can expect an immersive culinary experience-learning island recipes, tasting fresh fish prepared multiple ways, and enjoying a relaxed lunch with scenic Caribbean Sea views in an intimate West Indian home.
