Cape Plates
Snoek smoked over pinewood, boerewors curled on the braai and bunny chow ladled into hollowed bread. Cape Town shares three kitchens.
Hosted by our Cape Town tastemaker
Experience hosted by Julian
What you can expect
Cape Town food tour - Cape Town sits at the very bottom of Africa, but its story stretches across oceans. Dutch traders, enslaved Malays, Indian labourers, European settlers and countless African cultures all left their mark here, creating a city whose food tells a richer story than any museum ever could. Beneath the watchful gaze of Table Mountain, recipes, spices and traditions from three continents have been simmering together for centuries.
The essentials
Destination
Cape Town, South Africa
Duration
3.5-4 hours
Tastings
15+ tastings
Language
English
Days of the week
Mon–Sat
Group size
Small group up to 8 guests
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Transport
Walking tour with 7-8 stops
Included
- More tastings than any other Cape Town food tour
- Smallest group size in Cape Town
- Led by Cape Town tastemaker guides
- Bottled water and other drinks included
Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
Field archive
Route notes
Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.
Yours Truly on Kloof Street is a vibrant spot that combines a laid-back atmosphere with a dynamic menu inspired by local and international flavors, making it a favorite among Cape Town locals.
Modern restaurant with mountainview terrace serving burgers, seafood and South African game dishes.
You’ll try
Game platterKudu with mushroom sauceOstrich with peppercorn sauceCrocodile tagineWarthog ribs in jimmys bbq sauce
A neighbourhood restaurant at 6 Park Rd.
You’ll try
Peri peri chicken livers on toast - largeMinced meat on sweet bread50g curried carrot relish
Biltong shop.
You’ll try
Cured beef
Field notes
Included
More tastings than any other Cape Town food tour, Smallest group size in Cape Town, Led by Cape Town tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.
Not included
Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.
Meeting point
Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.
Good to know
Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Dietary honesty
Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.
Cancellation
Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.
Meet your tastemakers
Julian
Julian L
Julian leads this tour in Cape Town — one of our chef-guides on the ground. Ask them anything: they've spent years finding the counters, kitchens and stalls behind the door.
Meeting point
Where the tour starts (and ends).
Reviews
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Eat Cape Town with us.
An evening of charcoal smoke, family recipes and the stories behind them. From US$99 per guest.