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Traditional Food

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On the island juicy fruit and fresh seafood are abundant, and considered some of the most delicious food available. Lodge guests enjoy a refined menu, which combines the best of local and traditional foods.

A Mouth Full

Mozambique traditional food has been greatly influenced by the Portuguese. Ruling for nearly 500 years, the Portuguese greatly impacted the cuisine of Mozambique. Pãozinho, Portuguese-style bread rolls, cassava, a starchy root great for pesto, and cashew nuts, were all brought in by the Portuguese. The use of seasonings, such as onions, bay leaves, garlic, chili peppers, were introduced by the Portuguese. Portuguese dishes are commonly eaten in present-day Mozambique.

Traditional Tasting

The fruit of Ibo are; papaya, pineapples, paw paw and coconut. Puddings are made from these juicy fruits, with rice, and fried balls of flour paste. Puddings are often accompanied with Mozambican chá - spicy flavoured tea. Traditional Ibo dishes include, cassava, sweet potato, tomato, and fresh fish or seafood. Meals are mostly served with traditional coconut rice.

Cassava And Coconut Rice

Cassava roughly translation to "the all-sufficient." Cassava leaves are often pounded with cashew or peanuts to make a delicacy and taste of what we like to describe as an Ibo inspired pesto. On Ibo this dish is called Matapas and its really popular with the community and guests alike. Coconut rise is a tradition that entails rinsing the rice at least 3 times thoroughly, then steaming lightly in coconut milk, and then baking in a pot over the fire.