30 miles off the coast of the mainland. >> the minute you cross the ocean from the mainland, the minute you enter stone town, you feel like you're in a different country and different culture, different vibe. >> he is a native zanzibari and former tour guide, and he knows his way around these parts. so what are our options here? >> this is mandazi. >> a classic swahili treat. a fried fritter, spiced with cumin, tumeric and coriander. >> do you want a cup of coffee? >> yeah, let's do it. if you live here, if you're from here, chances are you start your day with some bitter spiced coffee, talk about the issues of the day and politics for one. maybe a pastry. >> you like it? >> oh, that's good. so you're born and bred here. >> in zanzibar. >> how long has your family been