Cape Town
Tastes of Cape Town: ultimate food experience
Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
4.9
(59)
Tastes of Cape Town: ultimate food experience
Multicultural influences bring a kaleidoscope of flavors - and a surprise or two.
What makes this experience 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
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
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 not included
Food and drinks in addition to what is included in the experience
Tickets to additional attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat 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.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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See our hosts and guests creating memories
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June 2025
It truly was a pleasure touring with you!!
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February 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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August 2024
He is a great man
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June 2024
Tafa was outstanding! Very knowledgeable, great listener and a wonderful storyteller. He exceeded our expectations!
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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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April 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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