Zimbabwean cuisine cannot be said to be wildly exciting, but is hearty and filling enough. The main influences are predictably, British and African. The African staple is sadza - a maize meal porridge, and nyama - meat, including game like crocodile, kudu and impala. The usual array of fruit and vegetables is available, but of these, the gem squash, a delicious marrow-like fruit is especially recommended.
As far as drinks go, do not expect to find a decent cup of coffee in the country. One word of advice – if you do come across something that pretends to be coffee, give it a very wide berth – it will probably be a sickly blend of chicory that is guaranteed to give you coffee nightmares for the rest of your life. The local alcohol staple is called chibuku – a strong liquor. Zimbabweans love their beer, and apart from international brands, they also gulp down a local variety called whawha.