Stumbling on Cuban Gem Cape to Cuba: Pork Ribs Taste Like Sweet & Sour

Heading back to Simon’s Town from Cape Point, I was done with "white people food"—scrolling aimlessly on the map, I spotted Cape to Cuba near Fish Hoek. Walked in on a whim, and wow—blind-ordered a few dishes, and not a single miss. Even the pork ribs tasted like Chinese sweet and sour ribs. Easily the most unexpected delicious surprise of my Cape Town trip. 🌍 Happy Accident: From "No More Western Food" to "Cuban Food Love" After too many fish & chips and cold salads in South Africa, "Cuban food" jumped out at me. The spot’s tucked in a Fish Hoek corner, with colorful lanterns outside—step in, and the rich spice aroma instantly chased away my "I hate Western food" mood. The menu’s short, but every blind pick hit the Chinese palate: Pork ribs: The standout! Expected Cuban-style grilled ribs, but took a bite and—hello familiar sweet-sour. Crispy outside, tender meat falling off the bone, sauce with bright vinegar tang and subtle sugar—just like homemade sweet & sour ribs. Even my friend who hates sweet dishes couldn’t stop gnawing. Chicken liver: No gaminess at all, pan-fried crispy outside, soft inside. Served with onions and pickles, spread on bread? So good it changed my mind about chicken liver. Seafood pasta & seafood platter: Seafood’s fresh and bouncy—pasta coated in rich tomato-seafood sauce, every strand brimming with flavor. The platter’s piled high with shrimp, squid, mussels—squeeze lemon, and the ocean taste hits hard. Cape Town’s seafood game never fails. 🌟 Verdict: Craving a Break from Western Food in Cape Town? Go Here What started as a "avoid Western food" backup plan became my most memorable meal. Cape to Cuba’s magic? It has Cuban spice warmth, but somehow clicks with Chinese taste buds (looking at you, sweet & sour ribs). Tired of eats in Cape Town? Detour to Fish Hoek—this unexpected Cuban spot might just wow you too. #CapeTownFood #CubanFood #CapeToCuba #SouthAfricaEats