Mouthwatering Foodie

Djiboutian cuisine has inherited many interesting traditions from Ethiopian cooking. Local dishes are quite simple but have an incomparable flavor. Delicacies are unique among traditional dishes. The most common treats are spiced raw ground beef and steak tartare, both of which are frequently served with interesting sauces and seasonings. Meat with Berbere sauce—the hottest sauce served with many dishes—is a must-try for fans of savory dishes.

Whatever the order, guests of local restaurants will undoubtedly be served fresh wheat tortillas prepared in special clay ovens according to a special recipe. Craft beer is the most popular drink among locals. This refreshing drink has gained popularity among foreign visitors—there is no better way to beat the heat in Djibouti.

The majority of foreign visitors will be surprised by the variety of local foods available in Djibouti. Fafa soup is a traditional local soup made of oxtail and joints. The broth made from these ingredients is very tasty. Following that, the broth is seasoned with onion, ginger, fresh greens, and other vegetables. One of the dish's main characteristics is its liberal use of spices. Among the required spices are cloves, fennel and coriander seeds, cinnamon, and other spices, which give the soup its signature spicy and distinct flavor. It is definitely one of the reasons to visit Djibouti.