Food & Wine in Mozambique

Mozambique Gourmet Seafood Paired with Best Wines

Food and wine experiences in Mozambique are memories you will never forget. Sensory gastronomic offerings, with a blend of influences from Portuguese to Swahili, and way back to the arrival of the Arabs in 700AD! That was when salt was first brought to Mozambique, and then the Arabs brought onions, bay leaves, garlic, fresh coriander, paprika, chilli peppers, sweet peppers, wine and more. They also introduced maize, rice and potatoes as staple foods which were all mixed with traditional African menus to create new tastes and dishes.  

Mozambique is a gourmet food lover’s paradise and the wines come from Portugal and South Africa. Walk down a Maputo street and try fresh foods from vendors and markets in the many restaurants available. Think of recipes handed down through generations and of fresh seafood (the long coastline is a traditional fishing ground and a modern fishing delight), meaty stews, corn porridge, rice, millet, cassava chips, beans, and coconut with everything. Garlic and pepper add flavour to most dishes and peri peri is softened with the coconut milk. Tropical fruits abound and ensure a healthy holistic diet. 

Delicious local Mozambican food and drinks

Tourists can try matapa, made from cassava leaves cooked in a peanut sauce with prawns, deep fried calamari, chicken with garlic, peri peri and lime sauce, avo salad and fresh white breads. Lunch is usually a good solid meal such as Pregos (steak sandwiches), fried chicken or stews with rice. 

Local Mozambicans drink Madeira wine and 2M beers plus some potent traditional beers made from cashew nuts or maize. Food and wine experiences in Mozambique add spice and interest to your holiday. Many luxury lodges add a chic twist to their menus where traditional foods are cleverly turned into more gourmet offerings. Tuck into a delightful blend of influences from Portuguese to Swahili – Mozambique’s gastronomic discovery. Combined with the freshest of seafood daily. And you got it made! 

Chat to us today to design your holiday package to Mozambique as you explore a gastronomic journey into Africa.

Bazaruto Lodge Special Five Night Deal

Island bliss at Bazaruto Lodge Mozambique The island is a small piece of paradise. The impressive beauty of the coral reefs, the abundance and variety […]

5 nights from

$3,355
Per person sharing

Vila do Mar 5 night luxury Bazaruto Villa package

Exclusive private villa on Bazaruto Island Spend your day enjoying the clear waters of the sea, listening to the sound your feet make by walking […]

5 nights from

$16,000
Per person sharing

&Beyond Benguerra Island Long Stay Special

&Beyond Benguerra Island offers fantastic long stay special packages for stays of 6 nights or more. Discounts for your Mozambique holiday!

6 nights from

$7,250
Per person sharing

Machangulo Beach Lodge 7 Nights – International Travellers

This seven night package sells for $1100 per person in an Ocean View Room. This package is valid for all dates up until Eleven December 2023.

7 nights from

$1,100
Per person sharing

Machangulo Beach Lodge Free Night Offers

Fantastic Free Night Packages are offered at Machangulo Beach Lodge. This unique African beach paradise invites you to stay longer and enjoy bigger discounts.

5 nights from

$1,130
Per person sharing

Fly Me to The Beach &Beyond Benguerra

Spend 4 nights or more in a luxury Casinha at &Beyond Benguerra Island, and return helicopter transfers from Vilanculos Airport to &beyond Benguerra are included. Combine this with a Kruger safari and the ultimate bush and beach holiday!

4 nights from

$4,600
Per person sharing

Unique Santorini Villa & Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge Combo Package

Look no further for that unforgettable bush and beach safari perfect for the experienced and discerning safari holiday maker. Chilo Gorge Zimbabwe and Santorini Mozambique make up a perfect combination package!

8 nights from

$4,995
Per person sharing

Island Holiday Fun at Jardim dos Aloes

An amazing holiday package to the Island Of Mozambique. Special deal to Jardim do Aloes with free transfers and a whole lot of activities on the house. Explore this Unesco site in style!

5 nights from

$610
Per person sharing

Lion Sands and Azura Benguerra

Bush and Beach safari! Enjoy your days lounging at the pool, relaxing at the spa or doing a guided nature walk or game drive. Book this fantastic Sabi and Beach combination - 4 nights at Lion Sands and 4 at Azura Benguerra Island Mozambique.

8 nights from

$7,665
Per person sharing