3 Months of Eating my way through 🇰🇪 Kenya | Diani Beach Edition | Top Eateries

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  • I’m a professional eater. I’ve been doing it all my life and I’m really good at it 😂😂. If you have a question about where to eat on the Kenyan coast, this Mzito has you covered.
    I’ve spent a ton of time ordering food whether it was in Malindi, Mombasa, Diani Beach or Nairobi. So, I figured that I might as well compile a food bible - a Diani Beach edition, for folks interested in visiting Diani. No sense in trying to figure it out yourself, especially if you’re just doing a short stay on the coast where you can’t afford to get it wrong. Take your cues from someone who has frequented all the Diani restaurants over and over.
    Save this video for yourself and share it with anyone you know who might be interested in visiting or anyone you wish to convince to visit the Kenyan coast.
    00:00 Intro
    02:04 Breakfast (best) - Kokkos
    03:19 Breakfast - Java House
    04:39 Lunch (best) - Nomads
    05:10 Best Samosas - Nomads
    06:37 Lunch - Salty Squid
    07:38 Dinner (best) - African Oasis
    10:20 Dinner - Apero
    11:49 Best Calamari - Apero
    13:05 Desserts (best) - Salty Squid
    14:54 Desserts - Kokkos
    15:25 Drinks - Apero
    15:48 Coffee - Havana
    16:35 Favorite Hangout - Chillspot
    17:40 Best Burger on Kenyan Coast - Tamarind Restaurant in Mombasa
    19:38 Other Restaurants
    #nairobi #mombasa #kenya #eastafrica #diani #dianibeach #malindi #travel #travelvlog #africa

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  • @RichardDebs
    @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is the Kenyan coastal food video to be shared to anyone thinking of visiting the Kenyan coast. Share it with all of your friends outside of Kenya or with anyone who wants to know where to eat when visiting Diani.

  • @freedomm
    @freedomm ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Kenyans love a person who enjoys their food.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I will showcase more tradition Kenyan food soon.

  • @freedomm
    @freedomm ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "Chips"? Yep! You're now officially Kenyan.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm learning quickly 😊

  • @philipkaruru7628
    @philipkaruru7628 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Richad's videos are too next level. He makes you feel like you've never been in Kenya 😅

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Philip, that's very kind of you to say. Asante sana.

    • @irenedavo3768
      @irenedavo3768 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you subscribe to Virginia Rukenya

  • @simonnjoroge5446
    @simonnjoroge5446 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The best travel channel ever how you tell the stories makes someone glued to the screen and i can watch you over n over thank for putting kenya on the map

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very nice of you to say 🙏. I hope to keep you entertained. Be sure to share any of the videos that you enjoy with other. Yes - Keep watching over and over. Invite the family over to watch 😊😊

    • @t0n0k0
      @t0n0k0 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, thank you kaka.

    • @irenedavo3768
      @irenedavo3768 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you subscribe to Virginia Rukenya

  • @t0n0k0
    @t0n0k0 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    😂😂
    I like this man; this man I like.🇰🇪 Every time I smile when watching his videos. Very funny and great vibes.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm happy that I'm still able to keep you smiling. Thanks for watching. 😊

  • @olivenjoroge
    @olivenjoroge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im kenyan n Im glad i came across your channel...great job

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Asante sana! Since you have just discovered my channel, be sure to share the ones you really enjoy with friends. I'm trying to get the TH-cam algorithm to present my videos. I post exclusively about Kenya but most kenyans never get the choice to watch my channel. So do share with friends and family. Take care.

  • @africangirllynn4696
    @africangirllynn4696 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are so funny, your humour is definately kenyan baked🤣🤣😂. You should try coconut beans and mahamri at diani

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've mention to a couple folks that you better believe that I will be taking in kenyan food in abundance going forward.

  • @joethamgitonga8042
    @joethamgitonga8042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I immediately subscribed when I saw your first video keep up the good and quality content I'm positive you'll go far

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for the kind words. Thanks for the support 🙏

  • @wambuikiiru2474
    @wambuikiiru2474 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your vidz like a lot, I have stayed at Baobab loved the food too..thanks for all the food joints recommendation

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. Glad you enjoyed.

  • @coachkorry.doinglife
    @coachkorry.doinglife ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just came across this video! Totally love it. I have a property in Diani and did not even know of half of these places. Now I have places to visit and recommend to my guests! Thank you

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      An airbnb property? If you do and it is nice, I will happily share it with Americans because this channel is all about promoting Diani and all of Kenya to Americans. No relationship needed, it just needs to be a good place to stay.
      I happily advertise restaurants and places to stay as long as they are nice.

    • @coachkorry.doinglife
      @coachkorry.doinglife ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs oh wow. thanks. I will let you decide. Do you want me to share our link here or if you have Instagram, I can DM you

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@coachkorry.doinglife My email is on the about tab on this channel. Just send it in an email.
      I happily promote all entrepreneurs in Kenya. However, it needs to be a good place.

  • @robeertomontana1647
    @robeertomontana1647 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Professional eater😂😂😂gonna love this

  • @ajallan62
    @ajallan62 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    KOKKOS is my breakfast spot whenever I visit Diani also I go to havana bar for their seafood soup cant wait for my vacation thanks for this video will definitely try out your suggested spots Karibu Kenya

  • @faithvusha5713
    @faithvusha5713 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mama's boy is such a foodie 😍

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Eating is my super power 😊

    • @trizahmaya524
      @trizahmaya524 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Next you should try a ugali and sukumawiki

  • @fishmongerstories5565
    @fishmongerstories5565 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was in Diana Reef last October too😂

  • @stephenmwangi5678
    @stephenmwangi5678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New subscriber loving your work richard Debs keep it up try some other different African cuisines

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have to do such a video justice so I will record more content of African cuisines before producing such a video.

  • @birthing-brilliance
    @birthing-brilliance ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh yeah kokkos is a banger!

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that I've eaten at Kokkos at least 10 times by now.

  • @lifeisfortheliving4716
    @lifeisfortheliving4716 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are always happy to serve you at Chillspot Diani.
    Thanks alot for this Video.
    Tete.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Chillspot is still my favorite place to just relax and have a drink. I'm going to promote Chillspot until you're force to expand. Just be sure to leave room for me and Cuse. One day soon, I will invite fans of the channel to join me at Chillspot. I hope that you're ready for the influx of business.

  • @bensongituro4870
    @bensongituro4870 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your making me salivating

  • @cynthiamakena3197
    @cynthiamakena3197 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You said 'chip' instead of 'fry', you are Kenyan!

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I learned very quickly 😂

  • @joycem.9889
    @joycem.9889 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Richard...oh my God. Waking up to nothing but snow and your food video. Oh, and you calling out that mzungu for not carrying his bags.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Who needs this cold weather? I'm prepping for my permanent move in a couple months and can't wait.
      Yeah, I couldn't help but call him out 😊

    • @joycem.9889
      @joycem.9889 ปีที่แล้ว

      @RichardDebs right? I do miss the Kenyan coast. Perfect pace for me. I am envious of you that you can work remotely and enjoy the sun, good food, and great music. One day, though. One day!

    • @domcharleskariuki8964
      @domcharleskariuki8964 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RichardDebs Suddenly there hands stopped working?? you nailed it! that attitude of those wazungus is not welcomed at all even if they are paying for the services....good observation.

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@domcharleskariuki8964 It is not like they were checking in. They just went swimming like everyone else. It was just too extra for me. I'm gonna get myself in trouble I suspect but I'm literally moving to Kenya to get away from that sort of attitude.

    • @t0n0k0
      @t0n0k0 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RichardDebs don't worry, you will never get in trouble for calling out something like that in Kenya. Great content and perspective you bring is refreshing.

  • @fishmongerstories5565
    @fishmongerstories5565 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You know a great meal when you see one….😅😅😅 Newest subscriber her dropping comments. Reciprocate too… Fishmonger Stories next door

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unique content. It was an easy sub for me. I need me a rainstick 😊

  • @rahimali3004
    @rahimali3004 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Next time try eating a mahamri with a samosa combined. Just put them togather. Same thing with a mandazi but i assumed coast has more mahamri than mandazi. I used to eat this at school and it was the bomb combination

  • @dianakiilu1453
    @dianakiilu1453 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Eating good food is one thing, talking about the taste, the flavor is a whole new exciting experience. Somebody call the food police because the foodies are in town😂

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂 You're safe 😂😂. Though Nomads is considered one of the finest restaurants in Diani, they still botched the pesto pasta each time. Avoid it until they get it right. Meanwhile a chain restaurant like Java House makes amazing samosas.

  • @wairimukamau2930
    @wairimukamau2930 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My top two places in Diani are salty squid for their prawn curry and nomads for their pizza's.also some roadside shack called Williams sea food and grill,they have the best calamari

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have to say that I haven't had great pizza in Diani thus far. The pizza in Malindi is more interesting. Perhaps because of the more Italian influence there. I must try Williams sea food and grill. Let me know which side it is on using the Java House as a point of reference. I can't imagine ordering pizza at Nomads 😊

    • @licioussamuels
      @licioussamuels ปีที่แล้ว

      Huko ni Kenya bado :)

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@licioussamuels The Google translation doesn't make sense to me regarding your reply. Explain?

    • @licioussamuels
      @licioussamuels ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs was just wondering if she's still talking about Kenya, some of the vocabularies used flew over my head.. felt like someone explaining "2" + 2 = 22 and "2" - 2 = 0 for the first time.. lol

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@licioussamuels haha, she described the places and dishes just right😊. Diani Beach delights with its international cuisine. I however did manage to have ugali twice when there. Really looking forward to a full week of sampling all the great foods in Nairobi.

  • @perrisvlogs
    @perrisvlogs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ohh didnt know you were a fellow programmer... anyway hope you do enjoy the different varieties here in kenya 🙂🙂

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I will for sure. Thanks for watching this one 🙏

  • @marcelasoni
    @marcelasoni ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Next time when u having the samosa's try n squeeze the lemon slice that comes with it,inside the samosa.u gonna like the taste

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The lemon was perfect at Java House in Diani because their samosas were full of herbs and spices which paired well with the lemon.

  • @bernardbondi4984
    @bernardbondi4984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😅😅welcome back Dave 👍karibu kenya

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Dave? 😂😂

    • @bernardbondi4984
      @bernardbondi4984 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂 sorry for that Richard can you take Dave as your third name?😂😂😂😂

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bernardbondi4984 I can't. I'm too hurt that you called me Dave. I trying to think of a way that you could make it up to me. Hmmm, maybe share a couple vids from the channel with 5 friends. I'm thinking that might do it. 😂😂

  • @rahimali3004
    @rahimali3004 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great food review. I did not know diani has so many restaurants. Once the road to Diani is complete in august watch a spade of investments of all kinds coming to diani

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Road to Diani from where? From the new bridge (Airport) heading to Diani? If so, that truly will be a game changer.

    • @rahimali3004
      @rahimali3004 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs Yes. the mteza and mwacha bridge

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rahimali3004 I agree about the rush of investments coming to Diani. Kinda surprised that this wasn't addressed earlier but better late than never.

    • @rahimali3004
      @rahimali3004 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs The only bottle neck against DIani reaching its full potential was accees of a road directly from the island of mombasa. The only way one to get to Diani from mombasa via the likoni ferry which brought its own issues depending on the ferry. Like delays one would miss their flight if the ferry delayed due to break downs, bringiing materials for building was cumbersome using the ferry from weight restrictions and if you took the ferry the exits are so steep so one was limited to materials they could transport. Now that there will be a direct connection hussle free to Diani the boom is coming. My advise to you is buy a plot or land in Diani before the prices get too crazy high and build cottages and start an AirBNB and bring tourists from America. You will not regret. Diani has everything for American tourists from water sports, restuarants, of course the beautiful beach and more. Travel to Mombasa will only be 30 min if one wants to explore the city

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rahimali3004I agree but any investment would be for long-term housing for kenyans interested in working and living in Diani

  • @janeeve5183
    @janeeve5183 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Richard welcome to Kenya.. unafanya nishindwe kama mmi niwa kenya

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Asante sana. The swahili part of your statement didn't translate well. Not too sure what you said.

    • @janeeve5183
      @janeeve5183 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok...I said ur enjoying Soo mch in Kenya...ur making me wonder if am a Kenyan hve nvr been their

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@janeeve5183 ahh. I'm fortunate that I'm able to work remotely from the coast. You're definitely Kenyan, you're just letting me have all the fun 😊

  • @wangechirahab8113
    @wangechirahab8113 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You calling them "chips" made me subscribe

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chips, chips, chips 😂😂 Will that get me 3 more subs 😂. Since you're new, there are many Kenya vids on the channel that you need to watch to catch up.

  • @marymutero7212
    @marymutero7212 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mama's boy enjoy, 👍

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya gotta love your mama. No shame in that 😊

    • @marymutero7212
      @marymutero7212 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RichardDebs l literally like watching your videos, lt make me smile and has a great vibes 👍👍

  • @Monnie_Noniot
    @Monnie_Noniot ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Eating is a talent 😁😁

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is my super power 😂

    • @Monnie_Noniot
      @Monnie_Noniot ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs watch weight for who? Weeat like thieves heaven we will be given new bodies

  • @marvin_e
    @marvin_e ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, software engineer explains the remote work nature, now I'm curious about the tech stack you use😅

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No geek talk here 😊

    • @fellybilal
      @fellybilal ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@RichardDebs 😂😂

  • @judygichohi2464
    @judygichohi2464 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Go and try Kara also known as chapati and Beans

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm up for trying any and everything 😊

  • @mikejosie1635
    @mikejosie1635 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Keep enjoying your stay in Kenya and forget to eat ugali and kienyeji

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hmm, I will talk about ugali when I was in Malindi soon.

  • @cynta254
    @cynta254 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey dear I'm in Nairobi kindly allow us to meet I'm your big fan 💕

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for being a fan of the channel. When I'm in Nairobi next, I will announce plans via the community page 😊

  • @David_Mbugua
    @David_Mbugua ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm hungry! Ha ha ha ...

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David - You have to try the burger in Mombasa but you will need a nap after 😂

    • @David_Mbugua
      @David_Mbugua ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs I'll have to try when I'm in Mombasa (DIANI). :) Thanks for the recommendations.

  • @chris-Bella
    @chris-Bella ปีที่แล้ว

    Iam an upcoming Kenyan TH-camr best in Nairobi can i really love it you're here welcome and hope you enjoy

  • @lucaskiai2159
    @lucaskiai2159 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where is the story coat😁😁

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well it wasn't a storytime video but not to worry, more stories are on the way.

  • @blacksignaturevisuals694
    @blacksignaturevisuals694 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Could you kindly help us find out why everyone is kinder obsessed with 'Forty thieves'?

    • @e.a6851
      @e.a6851 ปีที่แล้ว

      i thought it got closed down?

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed. Else I would have tried it.

  • @giftsuheri
    @giftsuheri ปีที่แล้ว

    Visit soul breeze in diani

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmm, what's this? A restaurant I haven't heard of? It does ring a bell but I haven't visit. Since you have, give me a couple reasons why I should visit.

  • @triplem7774
    @triplem7774 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the food.
    But can you also try street food also

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I will do a proper street food video in March/April when I return to Nairobi. Trust me, it is coming 😊

    • @triplem7774
      @triplem7774 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs I'd love that.. I'll be waiting

  • @faithok
    @faithok ปีที่แล้ว

    So yummy where are you based at am in diani too i wish to taste this as well😋😋😋

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      I listed all of the names of the restaurants so if you're in Diani, any tuktuk driver can easily take you there. Enjoy the delicious foods.

    • @faithok
      @faithok ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs thanks seen it

  • @sharonkitalei5539
    @sharonkitalei5539 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    beautiful eyes

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha, thank you 😊

  • @paulmbugua404
    @paulmbugua404 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mzito 🤣🤣🤣

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's me and proud of it 😂

    • @paulmbugua404
      @paulmbugua404 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs that in street Swahili is a very respected name meaning bigshot id be proud too 💯

  • @keziahwanjiru8830
    @keziahwanjiru8830 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video good but the fact that you are also disgusted by acts that seem unnecessary makes me want to meet you keep up the good work.respect

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      it just seemed unnecessary. It is not like they were checking in. All they did was go for a swim so I can't understand why they needed someone to carry their bag. Perhaps I'm too sensitive to such matters. This other video however was next level: th-cam.com/video/iHbT3eFU7A0/w-d-xo.html

  • @davidmabalu4635
    @davidmabalu4635 ปีที่แล้ว

    theres a reason most people go to that kenyan coast never to return be careful try out watamu too

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      Too late, I'm making Diani my home 😊. I will be sure to spend time in a few more coastal towns.

  • @BigTicket_254
    @BigTicket_254 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Kenyan food or Kenyan women?? 😂😂

  • @saidaahmedshapi7783
    @saidaahmedshapi7783 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you met yahya in diani,you should also have lunch at a Swahili home,and Swahili breakfast not eggs Benedict

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว

      This video is for the tourist. I will soon do one on swahili dishes but first we need the visitors to come. Kenya is soo foreign to Americans so we need to dispel their false perception first.

    • @saidaahmedshapi7783
      @saidaahmedshapi7783 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichardDebs I used to host American military in 92or93, Americans have a very different view of Africa as a whole it's good you are influencing your people to come to Kenya,I used to make Swahili food and also make kikoy design beach wear and attire at present in in north coast working from home.

  • @nonimiles3708
    @nonimiles3708 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do you talk with your hands?

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Let me think about it and I'll get you an answer real soon.

    • @lizatis9381
      @lizatis9381 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@RichardDebs 😂

  • @njokinjoroge280
    @njokinjoroge280 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im a kenyan and ingnoring people is not very good and I dont like your last vid

    • @RichardDebs
      @RichardDebs  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Well I certainly can't please everyone all the time. I do hope that there are some videos that you do enjoy.

  • @joycem.9889
    @joycem.9889 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Richard...oh my God. Waking up to nothing but snow and your food video. Oh, and you calling out that mzungu for not carrying his bags.