Owing to the liberalisation of the economy there is now plenty of food in the shops. Local specialities include bream from the Zambezi, Kafue and Luapula rivers, and Nile perch, lake salmon and other freshwater fish. Mosi, Rhino lager and imported beers and assorted soft drinks are available.
Spirits are also available.
Lusaka has dancing and floorshows in the main hotels, cinemas and theatres. The Copperbelt and Livingstone areas offer a variety of entertainments including casinos and nightclubs. Lusaka has modern shops, supermarkets and open-air markets. Special purchases include African carvings, pottery and copperware, beadwork and local gemstones. The Livingstone Cultural Festival takes place in May, and at the end of July, Umutomoboko is celebrated by the Lunda people of Luapala Province.