Momobasa: Food tour,Swahili culture,spice market experience
ID: GYG782281-1254159
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a fun way to taste local cuisine all while learning about the local culture and history behind the dishes.
Mombasa is known for its rich culinary heritage influenced by Swahili, Arab, Indian, and coastal flavors. Here are some popular foods you can try in Mombasa:Mombasa is known for its rich culinary heritage influenced by Swahili, Arab, Indian, and coastal flavors. Here are some popular foods you can try in Mombasa:
1. Biryani - A fragrant rice dish typically made with marinated meat, spices, and sometimes potatoes, often served during special occasion
2. Pili Pili - A spicy sauce made from chili peppers, often served with grilled fish or meat.
3. Ukwaju - A tangy tamarind drink made from the pulp of tamarind pods, popular for its refreshing taste.
4. Nyama Choma - Grilled meat, usually goat or beef, served with sides like ugali (maize porridge) or kachumbari (a fresh tomato and onion salad).
5. Coconut Rice - Rice cooked with coconut milk, giving it a rich flavor, often served alongside fish or meat dishes.
6. **Viazi karai** - Swahili made snacks,boiled potatoes, coated in a batter and deep fried till golden brown,often served with stews or curries.
These dishes reflect the diverse flavors and cultural influences found in Mombasa’s food scene.
Spice tour Mombasa : spice tour in Mombasa is an enriching experience, allowing you to explore the vibrant history and culture of spice cultivation in Kenya. Duration: Typically lasts 1 hour.
Location: Mainly conducted at Marikiti
*Hands-On Experience: You'll have the chance to see, smell, and taste spices such as cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, vanilla, and turmeric.
Local Culture: Learn about the cultural significance of spices in Swahili cuisine and their role in trade history.
Highlights
- Swahili foods
- Variety of spice's
- Swahili culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Kindly make sure you put one comfortable clothes and shoes Mombasa is little bit hot
This tour involves allot of movement minimum 2 hours so a moderate level of fitness is important.
They majestically stand at the entrance to the city alone Moi avenue to welcome all visitors. These white arches are shaped like elephant tusks made of aluminium. They were erected to commemorate Queen Elizabeth's visit in 1952.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
