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Uganda’s cities run on affordable, freshly cooked food. A guided food tour is a way to try it with someone who knows the vendors. This page describes the walk listed in the archive for Kampala, with similar versions in Jinja and Entebbe, as general information.

What is on the menu

The route covers grocery markets, street kiosks and small restaurants. The aim is to meet the “foodpreneurs” who feed the working population and to sample sweet and savoury dishes from all over the country. The tasting can be done on foot or by boda-boda motorcycle taxi.

The itinerary described exploring a fresh produce market with street food stalls, a generous lunch of local specialities and an optional stop at a local brew bar.

Practical points

  • The tour started around mid-morning local time, so arrive hungry.
  • Wear closed shoes for busy markets and bring small notes.
  • Tell your guide about allergies in advance.
  • If you are not used to street food, start with hot, freshly cooked items.

Another cultural walk is the Nairobi storytelling tour. The blog has more on what to do in Uganda.

Because street food can be spicy or fried, pace yourself and drink bottled water.