Learn how to make your own fresh cheeses in the Béja countryside!

A culinary experience in a splendid forest region!

Take part in milking cows on a beautiful farm and make your own fresh cheeses with Ali, farmer and cheese maker. Experience the secrets of dairy products and savor fresh cheeses accompanied by a variety of traditional breads baked over an open fire.

Period: year-round (especially in spring, when most plants are in bloom, creating a wonderful natural tableau).

Duration: ½ day

Participants: 25 to 50 people maximum

Level: Accessible to all

Languages: French, English, Italian, Arabic

Location: Cité El Bihra

Location: Béja Nefza road (30mn from Tunis), halfway between Béja and Tabarka

Transport: Not included in the experience (On request)

Accommodation: Not included in the experience

Your host: Fadi Hamzaoui

Originally from Béja-Nefza, I’m passionate about nature and cheese. A few years ago, I decided to open my workshop and farm to the public to share my know-how and passion.

Highlights of the experience

An authentic experience in an unusual natural setting;
A culinary immersion in the world of fresh cheeses;
Introduction to cheese making and the different types of fresh homemade dairy products;
Share a convivial, multi-generational and multicultural moment;
A unique experience at an affordable price that can be achieved in bad weather;
Enjoy the beauty of the region, its natural resources and the way of life of the native population.

Ideal if you’re looking for activities for…

Families with children and teenagers
Retirees
Solo traveler
Work meetings
Hiking group
Women’s tourism
Team Building
Travel enthusiasts
Curious about nature

The spirit

Between sea and mountains, I welcome you to my studio nestled in the heart of an oak forest and mountain massifs in the Nefza region. In this wonderful place where I grew up, I discovered a natural area rich in botanical species (forest, myrtle, thyme, rosemary) thanks to the abundance of water. Not far from where I live, the Sidi El Barrak dam on Tunisia’s northern coast is the country’s second largest hydraulic structure. I invite you to experience a culinary immersion on our breeding farm, in a quiet place far from city noise and pollution. A day of relaxation, discovery and sharing, during which you can take part in milking cows, cheese-making and other culinary activities in an exceptional natural setting.

We’ve got you covered…

Welcome to Khairate El Malika farm. After a warm welcome and introduction to the day’s activities, we’ll set off on a tour of the breeding farm. Meeting the cows and milking are special moments in this experience and in the cheese-making process.

We’ll be continuing the experiment in the cheese-processing workshops. Join us as we show you the cheese-making process and the different varieties of cheese we produce. We’ll start by preparing the curds for shaping and cheese-making. You’ll discover the different plants and flavours that you can also combine with your cheese.

During the tasting, you’ll enjoy your home-made cheeses and a hearty breakfast made with local produce and specialties from our region.

Price

On request.
Our prices include: exceptional breakfast, café au lait, whey, curdled milk, fresh cheeses, rigotte, forest honey, olive oil, harissa, preserved olives, lemonade, tabouna bread, m’basses and mlaoui, omelette, hard-boiled eggs and a 0.5-liter bottle of mineral water.
Our prices do not include: transport, insurance.
Terms of payment: please consult the host.
Reservation and cancellation policy: consult host.

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