S1 - Ep 449 - Bo-Kaap, Cape Town!

Our visit to Bo-Kaap in Cape Town was long overdue, spurred by our missed opportunity during the Minstrel Carnival last year. Finally deciding to explore it, we were captivated by the vibrant, brightly-painted houses that seemed to radiate the cheerful spirit of the community. The mosque we chose for our very first visit to one, turned out to be the Auwal Masjid which dates back to 1794. What an incredible experience and one we won't soon forget. Sampling authentic Cape Malay cuisine was a highlight, leaving us eager for a return visit. Navigating the narrow streets by car, we were greeted warmly by the locals, making the experience truly memorable and worth the wait. #DustBugs #adventuretravel #southafrica #southafricavlog #travelongravel #bokaap #capetown
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[@irenemasterson146]

Ooh that food looked so so delicious. What lovely a lovely video. Thank you for taking us through Bo Kaap.

[@charlietreston4035]

Hi guys another awesome video so interesting the history and culture of Bo cape the food looked delicious and that's what you call a restaurant with a view also what a great experience for you two mosque for the first time!! Definitely are amazing video of Cape Town thanks for taking me along for till the next one

[@junctionballito2813]

Guess what....We still here enjoying every single video🤩

[@DustBugsTravel]

That is always fantastic to hear, thank you! 😍 You'll always be welcome here!

[@doraduplessis2727]

I love your Dustbugs t-shirt!!!!

[@aidanbannister9055]

Thanks for introducing us into the inside of a Cape mosque where one can absorb the deep and colourful history of Cape Town. I can smell the spices of Malaysia, Indonesia, India and Africa. Give me a 'Cape Malay'curry anytime. Just don't forget the apricot jam!

[@susannaemmerich1166]

My mouth is watering, I love that kind of food. Yum yum!!!🙃🙏🤗🤗

[@franspistorius1886]

Hello Sonia and Curtis, Thanks for taking us into the deep Cape, the Aquarium, the Waterfront, up Table Mountain and now Bo-Kaap. I have good memories of most of these places. Did some compulsory military days in Tamboerskloof and as soldier enjoyed the Bo-Kaap food kindly supplied by the locals, as you may well understand that was our Kombuis. The views over Cape Town were to die for. Back then, went up Table Mountain in the old cable car you have shown us so kindly and as filmed by Madame. Thank you, Frans

[@capefox8321]

You made me hungry... but it was worth it!

[@user-se3we1et5o]

A kaleidoscope of colour, people and food. Awesome! Thank you.

[@ritameintjies]

Very interresting. Love the houses.

[@emmerentiagroenewald3694]

That was a pretty drive!! In the early 60s our art teacher brought us here to paint some of the houses with "broekie lace" balconies!! Was so much fun!! We were also alowed in the mosque....had to take our shoes off!... and the girls were given shawls to cover our hair!!🕌❤ But it seems now,that the balconies have been built up....!

[@clayauslewis4236]

Once again you've done it! Very informative and an eye opener. I hate to repeat myself, but we were there around 2000. As an Aussie, a total culture shock, as we have nothing like it here. And back in the day, the Muslim culture was very new to me. I only knew one Muslim in Oz at the time.! Of course things have radically changed a quarter of a century later. Anyway, another wonderful video, and hopefully we can revisit in March!

[@ronnykenny3965]

Oh my goodness, that was fascinating, wonderland. Thank you so much, now I'm hungry 🧆🍛🍜🕌

[@terrimeyer3815]

Wowzer guys🎉🎉🎉🎉 i never been to bo kaap but have admired many photos in coffee table books. I'm.going for that food chaps....Yoh it looked amazing. I love samoozas🎉🎉❤❤🎉🎉

[@hiteshbellani9547]

Take me along sm day

[@rar889]

I’m from Saudi Arabia I like your channel 😍👌🏻 I love Cape Town ❤

[@rosemarymoolman6765]

This episode, was so interesting. I love all those colourful houses.

[@bonitamacdonald8783]

Hi you guys. Thank you for another interesting episode. So beautiful the colors and the history. Thank you for an amazing job. Well done...🎉

[@dianaheynes6119]

Oh my word have simply loved your Cape Town tour so far, Kruger Park was a lovely coverage fir December had enough time to enjoy, of cause your specialty our "small towns" in the outback steals my heart, one falls in love with South Africa all over again through your eyes, thank you, thank you and thank you ❤❤

[@mariusroos]

A video well done. We all know Bo-Kaap but the detail you added to it was wonderful. Thank you for that. I enjoyed the Masjid and know it so well but how nice to see it again. Thank you so much for this trip. I wll be on board on the next one...

[@ajlau8975]

I had the best bania or bunny chow at a joint in Bo-Kaap. Surprisingly, it was even better than the versions in Durban. 🎉😊

[@carolinedecastro4171]

Sonja you speak well and read very nicely. Your voice is clear and soothing to the ear. I enjoy your videos.

[@mk-xq1tt]

Beautiful bold colours on the buildings.

[@revinot]

After seeing that food i got so hungry, but the best I could do is go make a cheese sandwitch. lol

[@amybear2941]

Thank you for taking us along on your exciting adventure. South Africa is so beautiful. I shared your video with my Sister Rose , she used to live in Dubai & she is Muslim ❤ Lots of History with the beautiful mosque . You both are a breath of fresh air . Joyous & Peaceful & Kind. I used to go on a lot of adventures , I used to drive a semi across 🇺🇸 USA . Just wanted to say God Bless you both . Amy & Buddy in Ohio .

[@user-ey1kg4zq3n]

Loved the Bokaap and the T shirt

[@tillabezuidenhout6460]

Such a beautiful area.

[@lukasvisagie9513]

Surely one of the most beautiful, most amazing cities in the world! Thank you for rekindling fond memories - whilst courting my wife we came here often. Some wonderful casual eating places in this area.

[@angusnovember4700]

This was for me one of the most interesting videos

[@abdulmutaliebcassiem684]

Hi guys thank you for this video as a Cape Town or(Cape Malay Muslim)it just warms my heart in the joy and excitement in your voices while making this video especially in the Auwal masjied thanks for showing this to the world. Love you guys from a new subscriber ❤❤❤

[@22HEA]

Just discovered your awesome fascinating videos, I live in Perth, Australia, lived in South Africa 50 years ago, and remember all the places 😊 thank you for this beautiful videos and commentary, love it, love your laughs, your lovely talking to each other 😅 Wonderful memories for me, will catch up now on your other videos . Take care and happy travelling, kind regards from Oz…💜👍💐🇦🇺

[@jimclarke8225]

Left Cape Town 57 years ago, last visited 20 years ago. Now a kiwi, but your trips have brought it all back, still the lovely place and people. Fantastic to hear the local accents, lekker man! Thank you so much.

[@sharifebrahim]

hi you left when my boeta was born lol where in cape town did you stay ?

[@DustBugsTravel]

Hopefully your question is seen and responded to! 🤞

[@dawnbarnes1361]

Oh I love Bo-Kaap, those houses / buildings / Mosques are so pretty. That food at The Bo-Kaap Kombuis looked so tasty 😋 Really enjoyed the trip ❤ Those streets sure are steep, good work out for people who like to walk 😂 like me but unfortunately I have to be careful as I have a weak ankle/foot 😢

[@funkdunk]

Having travelled with you guys since Leipoldville, I sat this one out, albeit that I worked there in the mid 90s. Your channel has highlighted the destruction of the South African railway network, the burnt town halls and the ineptitude in repairing roads etc. South Africa hardly has a place on the world stage to be anything but a country for its citizens, a vast majority being unemployed and living in poverty. Those in the Bo-Kaap aren't as welcoming as they would like one to believe especially for others cultures as they want to retain theirs. I love this channel, so it shouldn't become one for political discourse, it will be great if you were to explore and showcase places such as Bellville and Durbanville which have several places of interest and history. I cannot wait to wear my official Dustbugs t-shirt and cap 😊

[@DustBugsTravel]

I'm working diligently on the shirts and caps and you'll definitely know when they and I are ready! 😁👕🧢 I'm happy that you sit out whenever you feel uncomfortable with any video of ours. That's the beauty of freedom of choice. You're correct, we don't and will never engage in political and / or religious discussions on our channel, that's simply not what we do and we have zero interest in it. As you also know, historical facts and different types of architecture do interest us greatly and we simply can't pass by a place where the history dates back to the late 1600's and we feel safe enough to explore. If we only have to explore places where only people live who align with our or our viewers' religious and / or political beliefs, we'll stay at home and never go anywhere. 🤷🏻‍♂️ As our videos reflect the physical state of a town or place on the day we visit, so they reflect the attitude the two of us were greeted with. That is really all it's about for us and our personal experience in Bo-Kaap was a pleasant one.

[@CharlesJHin]

Loved this video. We'll be in Cape Town in May this year. Haven't been back to SA in 5 years and haven't been in CT for 20 years! Kruger and Storms River are also on the itinerary!

[@flodillon991]

What a amazing experience l really enjoyed this trip to the bo kaap it was outstanding the history so good. That traditional food looked so good. Thank you so much for this episode. ❤

[@dawnbarnes1361]

Thank you ❤

[@user-yd5wm8vz9e]

well done guys

[@popwayne677]

Nice!!! Rate!!!

[@ingeborgvanderveer789]

Geweldig, ik herleef mijn dagen van januari 2017 in en rondom Kaapstad vanuit jullie beleving, erg leuk. Een van de hoogtepunten was ons bezoek aan de Bo-Kaap, mede, daar is ie weer, de link met onze Nederlandse kolonies van destijds. Wonderlijk hoe iemands leven verloopt en daarmee een belangrijk stukje geschiedenis wordt geschreven tot op heden. Iemand verbannen uit zijn eigen land en prompt help je, vermoedelijk onbedoeld, de verspreiding van een andere godsdienst in de hand, en het ontstaan van die nog steeds unieke wijk met zijn kleuren & geuren. De kleur ‘baby green’ klinkt erg mooi, zelf bedacht door Sonia? (Ik ken het als mintgroen, vandaar). Ongeacht ieders mening is het wel jammer dat op meerdere huizen graffiti uitingen staan, historische gebouwen zou men in hun originele staat moeten respecteren, maar dat vind ik. Voor straf naar de Kaap in Zuid-Afrika gestuurd worden, klinkt overigens zo slecht nog niet 😊 maar ja het leven was in de 17e eeuw wreed voor velen. Dan is het heerlijk genieten van Maleis eten met prachtig uitzicht, en tegen schappelijke prijzen tenminste omgerekend naar euro’s. Op zulke momenten denk ik, hoe fijn is het om nu te leven dan zoveel 100 jaar terug. Als jullie ooit nog in Nederland komen, in Den Haag hebben we op elke hoek de meest geweldige Indonesische toko’s, alles van harte aanbevolen. Tot slot, als auto liefhebber Curtis, heb jij vast gesmuld van de vele oude / oldtimer auto’s in de Boo-Kaap, er stonden heel wat geparkeerd, meerdere in de kleur oranje 🧡. Met (on)geduld wacht ik op de volgende episode, Simonstown zou bijvoorbeeld mooi zijn 😁🦭

[@DustBugsTravel]

Sonia tells me that baby green is a fairly common term, especially when it comes to baby showers, nurseries and such. So not her invention, no! 😁 For me green is green, so I'm equally happy with mint green! ✅ We visited Simon's Town in Episode 250, so won't be doing another episode on that part of the Peninsula. You're of course welcome to check it out if you have not seen it yet. 😊

[@dianecairncross4237]

👍😇

[@barbaraholzmann946]

Just busy watching this video and hubby was commenting on your wonderful camera - would you be so kind as to tell us what you are using to make these crystal clear and detailed video that we loooove to watch - well done guys, we are missing SA so much.

[@DustBugsTravel]

Thank you, I'm glad to hear you enjoy our videos! 🚙😁 I film with my regular everyday cellphone, a Samsung S22 Ultra, mounted on a selfie-stick. No fancy equipment here!

[@barbaraholzmann946]

@@DustBugsTravel Thank you for replying - when we are in the market for a new cellphone will remember to check this one out - your videos are just amazing. We are planning to return to SA in the near future and hope to hook up with you!

[@tillabezuidenhout6460]

Bo Kaap id so colourful

[@user-dj1nv1hd1r]

My word did the 1 coloured guy just ask the other 1 how much they can get if they robbed and sold your iPhone 13😲

[@DustBugsTravel]

I film out of the window, so we've heard similar comments before on our travels. They would've gotten a Samsung though. 📱

[@user-dj1nv1hd1r]

@@DustBugsTravel its sad that's the kinda world we live in where some people can be like that

[@dianecairncross4237]

Yes,I want to stay in quiteness and around positive people.Not gossipers and low class negative people...I am older now and don't have time for this drama anymore..

[@susannaemmerich1166]

I dont like, " South Africa for a free Palestine". South Africa for a FREE WORLD!!!!!🙃🙏🙏

[@DustBugsTravel]

We specifically didn't comment on this during our video and I will not engage about this topic in the comments section either. 😶