Taste of the Island Foodie Tours by Dragon Boa Vista
Dragon Boa Vista brings Cape Verdean food culture to life either on a guided bicycle tour Or stand alone Boa Vista your way. For some of the more lively tours, transport will be provided due to the consumption of alcohol. Our select tours draw from our own experience, what we wanted to experience as tourists, with local hosts to connect you to authentic flavours — from fine dining and autentic flavours to farm-to-fork producers. we also cater to the more lively guests with our bottomless brunches and party evenings.
If you are looking for something specific to celebrate a special ocassion such as Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays we can either put together a bespoke package that tailor fits your requirements or simply give you a few suggestions that you can check out at your own pace.
For weddings and larger events our bespoke events planner will collaborate your ideas and find the solution that fits your vision.
Fine Dining, Island Style
A culinary route for curious palates
Enjoy a signature Taste of the Island 10 course tasting menu that visits an acclaimed local restaurant reachable by e-bike. We collaborate with a Husband and wife team who reimagine Cape Verdean staples such as cachupa and Fresh tuna in an elegant tasting menu. Each booking includes reserved seating, a welcome explanation of dishes by your host, and cocktail on arrival.
Private transfers available, and bookings being taken for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Farm-to-Fork Hidden Gems
Meet producers behind the plates
For the adventerous you can Cycle to a family-run farm and restaurant and and enjoy quality simple food cooked well by a cape verdean grandmother
For the less energetic sit back and enjoy the scenery as we arrange transport to this hidden Gem.
Menu is constantly changing due to growing seasons and availabilty but you will always have the choice of Meat, Fish or vegetarian options.
Available tues- fri 3 ways.
self drive on a ebike
guided with a tour guide
Sit back and enjoy our transfer.
Bottomless Brunch
Sociable, relaxed and full of flavour
Our bottomless brunches combine island flavours with a sociable atmosphere and live music at a beautiful beach bar. Ideal for groups, these stops offer unlimited prosecco alongside a selection of small plates inspired by Cape Verdean ingredients. Guides manage transfers & timings so you can enjoy the brunch without worrying about a thing, (due to the nature of this event it is not suggested for the E-bike transport options.
Available on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month
49 euros Per person to include transfer.
Restaurant Party Night
Cabo Vibes, & unforgettable nights.
For a night packed with infectious rhythms, sensational flavors, and unmatched energy, come and join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, of the month.
We welcome you to participate with our top class Funana dancers and live band as well as resident DJ to encourage you to dance the night away.
Owned and managed by locals, situated on the edge of the desert but a simple 15 minute transfer from Karamboa or Palace hotels which is included in the cost.Transfers aslo available from Barcelo Marine, Cabral and Sal Rei.
Cocktail on arrival as well as a 3 course choice of dinning, where Cape Verdean cuisine meets Europeon taste buds.