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25 Jan

Posted at 11:03h in Culture, Food, Mauritius, Travel

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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...

17 Jan

Posted at 14:57h 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]Surrounded by skyscrapers, boarded by beautiful green mountains on one side and overlooking the ocean stretching as far as the eye can see on the other, lies the city of Port Louis. Capital of Mauritius and the island’s main centre of activity, Port Louis holds centuries of history and a rich religious and culinary culture. Walking along its crowded streets, one often comes across businessmen/women rushing around from one meeting to the next, as well as tourists looking for the best places to visit and most delicious restaurants or street food stalls to...

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...

31 May

Posted at 14:51h in 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] After the Port Louis Street Food, Exclusive China Town and Mahébourg Village Food Tours, we now extend our food tours offer to the North of Mauritius. Discover the Grand Bay Food Tour! Whether you’re a foodie, in love with history and culture, or simply keen to go on a culinary adventure, we encourage you to try it out. During the Grand Bay Food Tour, you will discover how Grand Bay has evolved from a once abandoned region where escaped slaves took refuge, to one of the most visited tourist destinations in Mauritius. Rediscover the...