Cape Verde has a rich culinary culture, with Portuguese influences. Especially seafood is highly popular in restaurants of Cape Verde, but also other kind of specialties, such as for example cachupa (dish made of beans) are available. Finally, if you want international food, also European cuisines are widely available in most holiday resorts of the islands. However, as Cape Verde's culinary culture is rich and diverse, you will have plenty of things to enjoy also with local food.
Facts of Cape Verde
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Suitable for family
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Best months to go January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November |
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Population 430.000 |
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Capital: Praia |
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Language(s) Portuguese (official), Crioulo |
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Literacy level:
77 % |
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Religions: Roman Catholic (infused with indigenous beliefs), Protestant |