Local Food & Drink Tastings
4.9 (59)

Tastes of Cape Town: ultimate food experience

3 hours English
4.9 (59)
100% Personalized

Multicultural influences bring a kaleidoscope of flavors - and a surprise or two.

Willy
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Dieter
Dieter

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in French, German, Greek, Hindi, Swahili (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

3 hours with your host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
6-8 tastings of various South African specialties
Coffee, wine, craft beer or a soft drink
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks in addition to what is included in the experience
Tickets to additional attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

What makes it special

Key Highlights:

  • Enjoy 3 hours with your host, discovering the tastes that make Cape Town uniquely delicious
  • Taste authentic local dishes at genuine spots where Capetonians actually eat
  • Explore Bo-Kaap's historic Cape Malay district and sample curries, bredie and bobotie
  • Amble along hip Bree Street and indulge in the Capetonian cafe culture
  • Visit the V&A market and taste local favorites from biltong to artisanal cheese
  • Experience Cape Town's world of flavors tailored to your preferences
  • Get recommendations for more places to eat and drink during your stay

Here’s what travelers think of our experiences worldwide

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Cheryl Jun 2025

It truly was a pleasure touring with you!!

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Kate Feb 2025

Paritina gave us lots of information and took us to the places we wouldn’t find ourselves. We have a great time and thoroughly recommend it.

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Henry Aug 2024

He is a great man

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Sandra Jun 2024

Tafa was outstanding! Very knowledgeable, great listener and a wonderful storyteller. He exceeded our expectations!

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Briege May 2024

Tafa was an excellent guide - his English is brilliant and his knowledge of all things African is vast. Tafa is such a lovely person and you really feel like you are in safe, caring hands with Tafa. He is a great guide.

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Kristina Apr 2024

Tafa gave us an amazing experience sampling a variety of local cuisines. Starting in Bo-Kaap with Malay dishes and on to kore traditional African dishes and then for an open market experience. Tafa made the experience a delight engaging in great conversation!

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