Alongside international cakes and gourmet pastries, Mauritius is home to some local sweet delights that will appeal to any sweet tooth.
Filled with rich and diverse cultures it is no surprise that the Mauritian sweet dishes and delicacies have been inspired from Indian, French and Chinese cuisine. Over time, some of these dishes have transformed to fit the ingredients available, as well as to cater to the local taste buds.
These treats are not only cheap but are available at almost every tuck-shop, street stall or café.
Mauritian Desserts and Sweet dishes
One must try the various Mauritian sweets that are not only cheap but are available at almost every tuck-shop, street stall or café.
Gateau Gingli Rier
Gateau Patates
Laddoo
Napolitane
Oundé
Poudine
Puit D’amour
Tarte Banane
National drinks in Mauritius
Besides fields of fruits and vegetables, Mauritius also has plantations of sugarcane and tea, used in the production of local favourite drinks.
Sugarcane is mostly used for the production of spirits, in particular rum, which is one of the more popular alcoholic drinks on the island. Several distilleries are set up on the island, offering different flavours, from coffee to tropical fruits. The island also has tea fields, which not only serve as a plantation but also as a historical site.