The food of Mauritius is a colorful tapestry shaped by centuries of migration and cultural exchange. This island nation in the Indian Ocean has developed a unique culinary identity influenced by African, Indian, Chinese, French, and Creole traditions. Its multicultural history has created a rich and varied food culture that reflects the diversity of the island’s people.
A Short History of Mauritian Food
Mauritius’ culinary story began in the 17th century when the Dutch arrived and introduced sugarcane, planting the seeds for the island’s future food economy. Later, French and British colonizers brought European cooking methods and ingredients, further expanding the local culinary repertoire.
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