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Ekaterina Antonova, Author at Taste Buddies - Food Tours in Mauritius
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29 Aug

Posted at 16:02h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle of Persons, Mauritius, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Friday, 11 am: We meet in front of the Casino, at the Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis. Equipped with our backpacks and walking shoes, we are welcomed by Adrien and Rudy, our tour guides for the day. Their communicative cheerfulness puts us all at ease, we can't wait to get started with this exciting culinary adventure! On the menu: a visit of the capital to learn more about its rich history, the tasting of some typical street foods and other local culinary specialities, a few enriching encounters with the locals...

07 Feb

Posted at 14:44h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle of Persons, Mauritius, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Located at the heart of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius, China Town is a small village enabling a complete immersion in Chinese culture! It represents the history and culture of the Sino-Mauritian community, inviting all to discover its many little attractions. Ready? Let’s go![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Street art It’s been a few years now that Mauritian artists have taken to decorate the walls of China Town with a variety of colourful graffiti and a selection of original sculptures. Who knows, maybe this is where you’ll find the perfect background for your next Instagram picture 😉 Street food Famous across the...

17 Jan

Posted at 16:15h in Culture, Food, Mauritius, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Located in the north of Mauritius, Grand Bay is a lively village welcoming many tourists all year long. It is the meeting point of many cultures - and if you’re looking for a total immersion, it’s the perfect place to be 😉 Along the coast, golden beaches and turquoise lagoon stretch as far as the eye can see on the one side, while many little shops and restaurants of all kinds populate the other! Ready for a visit? Let’s get going![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Stop number 1: The Grand Bay market Bringing together a selection of little shops selling a...

17 Jan

Posted at 15:18h in Culture, Food, Mauritius, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]With the sparkling blue lagoon stretching as far as the eye can see on the one side, and some of the most beautiful mountains of the island standing on the other, Mahébourg has a rich and fascinating history. At every street corner, small groups of locals can be spotted playing cards or dominoes, beer in hand, adding to the laid-back atmosphere of this authentic little village. Whether Mauritian or foreigner, visiting Mahébourg is a must - and it never disappoints 😉[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The National History Museum Located on the banks of rivière La Chaux, the National History Museum...

08 Feb

Posted at 14:01h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle, Mauritius

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]A little taste of freedom has been floating in the air for a few months now… Since the end of lockdown in June 2020, with work starting again, recreational activities resuming, and later on the reopening of our borders, it seems life on our paradise island is finally back to “normal”. Yet if the worst is over, the future remains uncertain… The economy of most countries has been greatly affected by the global health crisis brought about by the Covid-19, and Mauritius was not spared. Like many others, our tourism industry has been severely...

20 Jan

Posted at 09:47h in Culture, Lifestyle, Mauritius, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here we are, 2021 is finally here! Happy New Year everyone 🤩🎉 Following Christmas and New Year's Eve, what better way to start 2021 than a sneak peek at some of Mauritius’ most popular religious celebrations? Although small, our beautiful island has a rather impressive cultural wealth! Traditional festivities in Mauritius are synonymous with typical Mauritian food and the delicious aromas of local specialities floating in the streets almost all year long...

17 Nov

Posted at 10:02h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle, Travel

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]I’m pretty sure by now you’ve heard of the delicious Mauritian street foods and are desperately longing for a good, steaming hot dipin frir with its kotomili (coriander) chutney… You’re in luck! Today, we’re going to introduce you to 5 of the best Mauritian street foods around the island, and hopefully excite your virtual taste buds enough for you to pop in at one of our food tours and try some for yourself. The first street food you need to know about is called the “gato piman” (chili bites). These crispy snacks are made from...

26 Oct

Posted at 16:27h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]December is fast approaching, bringing along the traditional end-of-year parties to thank your employees for their good work over the last few months and motivate them to attack the new year. It’s a fact, end-of-year parties are usually synonymous with team buildings. What better way to help your teammates bond, than a typically Mauritian outing between colleagues? A day of historical and culinary discoveries like they’ve never experienced before! A team building will enable your employees to explore or work on skills like problem-solving, teamwork, leadership and listening skills, patience...

15 Sep

Posted at 12:11h in Culture, Lifestyle

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Welcome to China Town, famous Port Louis neighbourhood and jewel of the Mauritian heritage. If this town has lost its charm and liveliness over the last few decades, it is now one of the most popular in the region! Besides its beautiful old buildings, delicious culinary specialities and smiling inhabitants, China Town is also increasingly famous for its street arts… [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="30px"][vc_column_text]Mauritius owes this new popularity to the New China Town Foundation, created by Jean-Paul Lam in February 2018, to revitalise and reinvent China Town. How? By promoting local art through eco-conscious initiatives, and...

10 Aug

Posted at 14:26h in Culture, Food, Lifestyle

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s 10 am. My colleague Anne-Claire and I leave cold and greyish Moka for warm and sunny Mahébourg; today, we’re embarking the Taste Buddies adventure in the company of our guide, Dada. We are ready to discover the charming little village of Mahébourg, nestled on the south-east coast of Mauritius. On the way, the sparkling blue lagoon stretches as far as the eye can see, offering views of the South’s most popular islets: île aux Aigrettes, île au Phare and île de la Passe. Some of the most beautiful mountains can also be seen,...