Seychelles Cuisine – Something For Every Palate
A bountiful buffet of global and local cuisine
Seychelles hotels and resorts offer something for everyone, not just in its accommodation and activities, but also in its cuisine. As a favorite tropical island travel destination, this Indian Ocean archipelago offers delicious food journeys for all tastes.
Local Creole delicacies
If trying out your destination’s local food is part of your travel adventure, get ready to be seduced by the fragrant local Creole cuisine. It is born from of a mixture of cultures, traditional recipes and flavours and because it combines various origins and influences, this type of cooking is rich and bursting with special flavours.
The Seychelles cuisine is available at all the best hotels and Resort in Seychelles.
From freshly caught fish, to locally grown fruit, from spicy curries to sweet fried bananas, there is something here for every palate. Emerge yourself in the local delicacies by trying out these favourite local dishes: freshly grilled fish; salted fish; fish curry; fish with rice; coconut infused curries; lentils cooked in garlic, onions and ginger; sausage rougay; breadfruit and traditional satini (watch out for the chilli). Remember to try out anything with banana in it.
If you’re looking to cook traditional Creole food once you’re back home, grab a few bottles of the Creole mixed spice at the local fresh market in Victoria. It has everything from paprika and cayenne to black pepper and dried oregano in it.
There is something for every palate
If you want to mix up your local cuisine experience with some international flavours, you literally have the world to choose from. Because the Seychelles economy is so geared towards tourism, they dish up a wide variety of cuisine at a myriad of restaurants ranging from elegant fine dining to local hole-in-the-wall establishments.
You don’t have to venture too far……
Fisherman’ Cove Resort, one of the best all-inclusive resorts in Seychelles, offers a delicious playing field of local and international flavours. The delicious food is only rivalled by the incredible view.
Paris Seychelles Restaurant delivers a heady mix of Creole and French gastronomy with an uninterrupted view of Beau Vallon Bay. The ambiance is chic and elegant and matches the artfully plated cuisine. A treat for a romantic outing, or for a gathering with friends and family.
The Cocoloba Bar is everything you imagine a seaside bar should be. Endless views of the bay, a myriad of cocktail options, an international wine list and delicious lunch options and poolside snacks.
Le Cardinal Restaurant offers guests the opportunity to dabble in a host of local cuisine dishes. It’s buffet style, so once you’ve decided what your favourite dish is, you can indulge. It is also the resort’s breakfast gathering place and shares its view with the resort’s other restaurants. Experience the sun rise and set from here.
Sunset Bar is renowned for having the best views on the whole of Mahé island. Order a cocktail and watch the sun set from a swinging nest chair. The gin selection is something to write home about and the barman knows how to infuse unique flavours into your drink with various herbs and spices. Definitely worth a visit even if you are not staying at Fisherman’s Cove Resort.
Beau Vallon Bay is THE place to be
If you’re looking for the best restaurants in Seychelles, look no further than Beau Vallon Bay.
This sandy beach is home to dozens of eateries and bars, so it’s easy to find something that suits your tastes. The best part? You can make your way along the white sands at sunset and pop in at any of the restaurants or bars along the way—there’s no need to drive all the way back to town!
STORY Seychelles is home to Trip Advisor’s top 3 restaurants on Mahé island and right on the doorstep of Fisherman’s Cove. Number one is Seyshima, home of teppanyaki and sushi: Trader Vic’s comes in at number two with its French-Polynesian cuisine, cocktails and live music; and coming in third is Eden – where you will find the best Creole inspired fresh seafood and prime meat cuts. The lively Beach Shack is an institution on the island, the pizza heaven of Boabab must be visited at least once, the simple elegance of Bliss floating above the rocks, or La Plage, which is the only restaurant right on the beach, a few meters away from the Indian ocean.
Sharing a meal is a tradition in Seychelles
Seychellois love gathering with family and friends to enjoy a meal. This heartiness is mirrored by Creole food – it is flavourful, filling and nourishing. To have the full island experience, you should most definitely experiment with a local dish or six.