Guinea-Bissau Going Out

Food and Drink

Guinea-Bissau’s few hotels and restaurants offer excellent food, though some places are expensive. Staples are cassava, yams and maize.

National specialities:
Jollof rice served with chicken or fish.

National drinks:
Palm wine.
Cana de cajeu (cashew rum made from the fruit of the cashew nut).
 
Tipping: 10% is an acceptable amount, although not encouraged.

Shopping

Locally-made artefacts and carvings can be found in the markets. There are also some modern shops in Bissau.

Shopping hours: Mon-Fri 0730-1230 and 1430-1830.
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