We ate Bunny Chow

During Apartheid, Indian immigrants who worked on plantations were often forbidden from eating in Durban’s cafes.

As a result, they carried curry lunches to the fields by putting the meals inside of hollowed out bread loaves.

Although I came across several different theories, it’s not quite clear how this concoction gained the name Bunny Chow.

In any case, the name stuck, and these days, “Bunny Chow” is served in restaurants and eaten by Durbans from all walks of life.

Larry and I enjoyed a 1/4 portion of Bunny Chow along with a Pepsi for the equivalent of $6 US. (And while Coca Cola reins supreme in most places we visit, Pepsi is the main cola in South Africa.)

Since our server told us that mutton bunny was her favorite, we gave it a try. I love curry, and this was quite tasty, with just enough spice to make our noses run.

Afterwards, we enjoyed iced coffee at a cute little joint called Only Coffee that was right around the corner from Durban Curry Cafe.Read more