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Samoosa Making Tour & Gourmet Tasting

A fun-filled half-day experience combining Cape culture with Malay food heritage. The Cape Samoosa is the iconic symbol of not only the strength and resilience of the Cape Malay people, but also their famous hospitality — best shown through their love of sharing food, particularly fried snacks. Our experience starts with a walking tour of Bo-Kaap and a visit to South Africa's oldest spice shop, before you learn the art of the fold.

What's included

  • Expert resident site guide
  • Hands-on samoosa folding class
  • Gourmet tasting course
  • Visit to South Africa's oldest spice shop
Samoosa Making Tour & Gourmet Tasting
Adults
R1 399 per person (≈ $84 USD · €71 · £62)
Children (3–13 years)
R979 per child
Under 3s
Free — no ticket needed
Duration
3.5 to 4 hours
Departs
10:00am
Schedule
By arrangement — contact us to schedule
Group size
1 to 13 guests
Meeting point
The Bo-Kaap Deli, 97-114 Church St, Bo-Kaap (corner of Rose & Church Street)
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Flexible cancellation policy — 100% refund on day tours cancelled 30+ days out.

Group rates

  • 14–30 guests15% off
  • 31–49 guests20% off
  • 50+ guests25% off
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Itinerary

  1. Meet at the Bo-Kaap Deli
    1

    Meet at the Bo-Kaap Deli

    5 mins

    We start at a popular local eatery where guests can sit down and get a drink if early. After introductions we start walking.

  2. Shop spices & walk historic roads
    2

    Shop spices & walk historic roads

    50 mins

    We visit the country's oldest spice shop, where we show guests how to mix Masala, followed by a visit to some of South Africa's oldest cultural sites.

  3. Samoosa making class & gourmet tasting
    3

    Samoosa making class & gourmet tasting

    90 mins

    Learn the art of the fold with one of Bo-Kaap's expert cooks, then enjoy a gourmet tasting of Cape Malay fried favourites.

  4. Stroll down iconic Chiappinni Street
    4

    Stroll down iconic Chiappinni Street

    15 mins

    Chiappinni Street is one of Cape Town's most visited roads, with its picturesque backdrop of mountains, mosques and colourful Dutch and Victorian houses.

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