Make Traditional Hanjeli Dodol & Local Sweet Treats
The experience
Discover the traditional art of making Hanjeli Dodol, a local sweet delicacy made from Hanjeli and natural ingredients. Volunteers will learn the preparation process, assist with traditional cooking methods, and experience how this beloved treat is made from start to finish. At the end of the activity, participants can enjoy tasting the freshly prepared dodol while learning about local food heritage and community traditions.
What you offer
15 hours of help per week
Cooking:
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 10
Per day
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description:
The USD 10 daily contribution covers your accommodation and meals during your stay. It also helps support the sustainability of our community-based tourism program, which involves local farmers, women’s groups, artisans, cultural performers, homestay hosts, and village guides. Your participation directly contributes to empowering the local community and preserving our cultural heritage. 🌾😊
What you get
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Food is an important part of cultural heritage, and Hanjeli Dodol is one of the unique products of Hanjeli Tourism Village. In this program, volunteers will learn how local communities transform Hanjeli into a traditional sweet treat using recipes and techniques passed down through generations. By participating in the cooking process, volunteers gain hands-on experience with local culinary traditions while discovering the cultural and economic value of Hanjeli beyond its role as an agricultural crop.
Activities & Shift
Volunteers will participate in activities for approximately 2–3 hours per day, depending on production schedules and community activities.
Main activities may include:
• Learning about Hanjeli and its role in local food traditions.
• Assisting with ingredient preparation and traditional cooking processes.
• Participating in the making of traditional Hanjeli Dodol.
• Learning about local recipes and culinary heritage.
• Tasting freshly prepared Hanjeli Dodol and other local snacks.
• Engaging in cultural exchange with community members.
• Supporting documentation and promotion of village culinary activities when needed.
Schedules may vary depending on production needs, community events, and seasonal activities.
Rules
Respect local culture, traditions, and community values.
Dress modestly during community activities.
Be respectful toward local families, children, and fellow participants.