“This Is Real Good”: American Tourist Delights in South African Cuisine During Soweto Visit in Video

• An American tourist's video showcasing his experience trying traditional South African food in Soweto has won the hearts of locals and gone viral on social media
• The tourist's enthusiasm and appreciation for the local cuisine have been widely praised, highlighting the importance of food tourism in connecting people across cultures
• The clip has sparked positive conversations about Soweto's vibrant food scene and South African hospitality, with many viewers expressing their admiration for the tourist's willingness to immerse himself in local culture

An American visitor has won the hearts of South Africans after sharing a video of himself enjoying a traditional food experience in Soweto.

The clip, which he posted on his TikTok handle @trentonjdavis, shows the tourist eagerly trying local dishes for the first time and praising the flavours.

The video begins with the man purchasing a Savanna Cider drink, which he admitted was his first time tasting. He described it as refreshing and unique, setting the tone for what would be a memorable culinary experience. @trentonjdavis then moved on to the main meal, which was prepared braai-style, a staple in South African culture.

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On his plate were generous portions of pulled pork, sausage, beef ribs, chicken, macaroni and cheese, garlic bread, and beans. As he tucked into the food, the tourist expressed his surprise and delight. “This is actually real good, they have some good food,” he remarked with a smile, clearly impressed by the rich variety and bold flavours.

Viewers online applauded the American’s willingness to immerse himself in local culture. Many noted how Soweto continues to attract visitors not only for its history and vibrancy but also for its celebrated food scene.

The footage has since sparked conversations about the importance of food tourism and the role it plays in connecting people across cultures. The clip also went viral on social media after being posted by US gent @trentonjdavis on 20 September 2025 on TikTok.

What started as a casual meal in Soweto, Johannesburg, ended up being a cultural exchange that highlighted the warmth and flavour of South African hospitality.

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SA reacts to an American trying South African food

The online community took to the comments section to express their thoughts on the American man indulging in South African food.

Nokuthula_14 said:

"Keep the content coming, brother!"

Moeketsi added:

"Very nice place."

Mora expressed:

"Thank you for showing our country off, wish to meet you someday."

Siyamthanda Hobongwana replied:

"Everything looks so good."

LucyLockett24 commented:

"That looks amazing."

Lucky no 7 stated:

"Bro, you're gonna be addicted to our food, learn the recipes."

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3 Other stories about Americans trying SA food

• Briefly News reported that Usbari tried Hungry Lion's menu items and gave them a high rating, beating another popular chicken restaurant.
• While visiting South Africa, an American woman tried traditional foods and rated the dishes. People loved how she gobbled down the mogodu and dumplings.
• Another American woman raved about Mzansi's garage pies. South Africans abroad watching the video felt homesick and shared which flavours were their favourite.

Source: Briefly News