About us

The Legacy of Khalid Essa – Founder of Cape Spice Emporium

The late Khalid Essa, originally from Durban, was the visionary behind Cape Spice Emporium. After relocating to Cape Town he began his journey by importing premium spices and rice directly from India. As demand grew, so did the need for a dedicated space-leading to the official founding of Cape Spice Emporium. Through unwavering dedication and hard work, Khalid transformed his passion into a thriving, well-loved business. Today, his legacy lives on, with the store now proudly managed by his wife, who continues to uphold the high standards and values he instilled.

What We Offer

At Cape Spice Emporium, we specialize in authentic spice and masala blends made from pure, high-quality ingredients imported directly from India. Our shelves are also stocked with an impressive selection of international spice , masala blends and teas. In addition, we also offer a wide variety of dhaals (or dholl), pulses, and rice sourced from across the globe-along with a host of other specialty items that celebrate rich culinary traditions. We’re proud to serve a diverse community of food lovers ,home cooks , caterers.and restaurants. Whether you’re looking for something bold, fragrant, or comforting, we have everything from rice to spice and anything nice.

Come Visit Us

Step into a world of flavor-your taste buds will thank you. Visit Cape Spice Emporium for a feast of aromas and tastes that are sure to delight your palate.