Private Tour
1 1/2 hr Lunch Indonesian Cuisine and 1 hr Walk in Newlands
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The host is passionate in both cooking and hospitality. You'll be transported to Indonesia, at her cozy house in a beautiful suburb of Newlands. Home slippers will be provided, while the traditional music playing at the background.
Then a welcome drink will be provided. She would cook your lunch and she will be more than happy to share her experience, knowledge and her mix culture heritage. After lunch at home, she will accompany you for a beautiful walk in Newlands, where Lisbeek river, Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden is in vicinity.
Please notify for any dietary requirement. The food is fully halaal. Capacity: 2-14 per private group.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Spend 2 1/2 hours, one and a half hour in a private home of your host, Echi Ismail in Newlands for lunch and then 1 hour walking tour in the residence area. Echi's home is nestled in a leafy, historical suburb of Cape Town, close to tourist attractions such as Kirstenbosch Garden and en route to the Cape of Peninsula attractions. To local Capetonians, your host is a well-known Indonesian and Asian cooking instructor. Experience an unforgettable lunch that the host will cook and prepare before your arrival as well as the combined hospitalities and cultures of Indonesian (Asia) and Cape Malay (Africa) during your visit. She'll share the story and history of the food. As well as a walk in a leafy historical area of Newlands. Keen to try dressing up in an Indonesian traditional outfit for a pic or two? Your host is more than happy to lend her traditional costume collection! The cooking and lunch experience is only available during weekdays from 12.00-14.30 This experience includes, welcome drinks, starters, homemade drinks, water, main meal, desserts, tea and coffee. The menu of the day can be of variations. Vegetarian and gluten-free can be arranged.
Sample Menu
starter
Martabak
Martabak is Indonesian savory beef, egg, spring onions and onion filling, wrapped in a spring roll pastry.
main
Nasi Goreng / Indonesian Fried Rice
Authentic fried rice, with various fillings.
dessert
Traditional Indonesian Cakes
Indonesian traditional cakes, either baked or steamed, depending of the availability of the day.
dessert
Pisang Goreng
Fried Banana in fritter.
What‘s Included
Lunch includes, welcome drinks, starter, main, desserts, tea, coffee, homemade drinks, water
Options
1 1/2 hr Lunch Indonesian Cuisine and 1 hr Walk in Newlands
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Authentic Indonesian Lunch & Newlands Walk Experience
308graciam,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the pleasure of joining a beautifully arranged event in Cape Town that combined two hours of authentic Indonesian cuisine with a one-hour walk through the leafy streets of Newlands. The lunch itself was a highlight — a real journey of flavors. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, true to Indonesian tradition, and served with the kind of hospitality that makes you feel at home. From the spices to the presentation, everything reflected the richness of Indonesia’s culinary culture. Afterwards, the guided walk in Newlands was the perfect complement. The pace was relaxed, the scenery green and refreshing, and it gave us a chance to walk off lunch while enjoying stories and sights of the neighborhood. Altogether, it was three hours well spent — a mix of culture, food, and local exploration that left me both full and inspired. I’d recommend it to anyone in Cape Town looking for something genuine, flavorful, and memorable.
Taste that makes memories
basheerahh2025,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Through out my life I have been experiencing Different types of Asian cuisine and this was was by far top notch test and presentation. I recommend it to all my friends and family
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