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The catering menu

A menu made for gathering.

West African classics and globally inspired plates, cooked fresh for your event. There's no online checkout: every menu is tailored, so choose what you love and we'll send a quote.

Pepper shrimp over roasted cauliflower with herb oil
Garden fried rice with peppers
Signature platters

Start with a platter

Our breakfast and lunch platters are priced per guest and cooked fresh for your event. For Thanksgiving, birthdays and everything in between, we'll design a custom spread around your table.

  • West African egg scramble with herb-roasted potatoes

    Breakfast Platter

    $16 per guest· 10 guest minimum

    A warm, generous spread to start the day: West African flavor in every bite.

    • West African egg scramble with tomatoes, peppers & onions
    • Herb-roasted potatoes or sweet fried plantains
    • Chicken sausage or turkey bacon
    • Buttery croissants & fresh-baked muffins
    • Seasonal fruit
    Request this platter
  • A platter of golden herb-roasted chicken

    Lunch Platter

    $24 per guest· 10 guest minimum

    Our most-requested spread. You choose the menu; we bring the flavor.

    • Two proteins, like suya beef or pan-roasted salmon
    • Two carbs, like jollof rice or garden fried rice
    • Two seasonal vegetable sides
    • Fresh fruit or a dessert tray
    Request this platter
  • Whole rockfish covered in a colorful pepper relish on a long platter

    Custom & Holiday Platters

    Quoted per event

    Thanksgiving, birthdays and every celebration in between, designed around your table.

    • Thanksgiving & holiday tables
    • Birthdays & milestone celebrations
    • Graduations, showers & anniversaries
    • Office parties & farewells
    • Showpiece whole fish & family trays
    Request this platter
Build your own

Your menu, course by course

Pick your appetizers, two proteins, two carbs and two veggies, then finish with fruit, dessert and drinks. Priced per guest with your quote.

Appetizers

Pick any

Passed or displayed, to open the table.

  • Grilled shrimp cupsHerb-marinated jumbo shrimp, skewered and served in individual cups.
  • Puff-puffGolden West African sweet dough bites, light and pillowy.
  • Chin-chinCrunchy, lightly sweet fried dough bites, made for sharing.
  • Garlic butter shrimpSautéed shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce with fresh parsley.
  • Pan-seared scallopsGolden scallops finished in a light butter sauce.

Proteins

Choose 2

The heart of the spread.

  • Grilled chickenHerb-marinated chicken thighs with a tomato-based bell pepper sauce.
  • Pan-roasted salmonCrisp-skinned salmon finished with our bell pepper sauce.
  • Suya beefSpice-rubbed grilled beef with charred peppers and onions.

Carbs

Choose 2

Comfort, done properly.

  • Jollof riceOur signature smoky, tomato-rich West African rice.
  • Garden fried riceAnise-infused fried rice with garden vegetables.
  • Herb-roasted potatoesCrisp outside, tender inside, with rosemary and thyme.
  • Sweet fried plantainsRipe plantains, caramelized at the edges.

Veggies

Choose 2

Bright, seasonal and never an afterthought.

  • Roasted seasonal vegetablesCarrots, green beans and asparagus, roasted with herbs.
  • Sautéed spinachWilted with garlic and shallots.
  • Sautéed cabbageTender cabbage with sweet peppers and onions.

Fruits & Desserts

Pick any

A sweet finish.

  • Fresh fruit cupsSeasonal fruit, cut fresh the day of your event.
  • Brownies & blondiesRich, fudgy squares, a crowd favorite.
  • Fresh-baked cookiesChocolate chip and oatmeal raisin.
  • CheesecakeCreamy, classic and sliced to serve.

Drinks

Pick any

To keep the conversation flowing.

  • Coffee & hot tea serviceFreshly brewed, with cream and sugar.
  • Iced tea & lemonadeServed by the dispenser.
  • Assorted sodas
  • Bottled water
Build my menu

West African classic

From our kitchen

Specialties for any occasion

Add any of these to your spread, or build an entire menu around them. Priced with your quote by tray or per guest.

01

West African Classics

The heart of our kitchen: bold, comforting dishes from across West Africa.

  • Jollof Rice & Chicken

    Signature jollof rice with savory bean stew and baked chicken drumsticks.

  • Egusi (Melon Seed) Soup

    A rich soup of ground melon seeds, served with basmati rice and chicken.

  • Spinach & Melon Seeds

    Tender spinach simmered with ground melon seeds, with plantains or potatoes.

  • Koki Corn

    Steamed pudding of sweet yellow corn, baby spinach and red palm oil.

  • Puff-Puff & Bean Stew

    Golden puff-puff with savory bean stew, a beloved pairing.

  • Braised Goat Stew

    Goat slow-braised in a rich, seasoned stew, over fried basmati.

02

From the Sea

Whole fish and seafood, cooked with care and dressed to impress.

Oven-Roasted Sea Bass
  • Oven-Roasted Sea Bass

    Whole sea bass or bronzino under a bright tomato and pepper relish.

  • Pan-Roasted Salmon

    Over pearl couscous with sautéed squash, or with roasted potatoes.

  • Roasted Barramundi

    Flaky barramundi with glazed carrots, asparagus and bell peppers.

  • Harissa Shrimp

    Sautéed shrimp with harissa-spiced cauliflower and a green herb sauce.

  • Spicy Shrimp Linguine

    Shrimp and pasta in a creamy tomato garlic sauce.

  • Thai Curry Pasta

    Shrimp and pasta in coconut red curry with peppers and fresh basil.

03

From the Grill & Oven

Slow-braised, oven-roasted and grilled over high heat.

Herb-Roasted Chicken
  • Herb-Roasted Chicken

    Leg quarters roasted golden with rosemary, thyme, garlic and honey.

  • Grilled Chicken Thigh

    Smothered in a savory mushroom sauce.

  • Braised Beef Short Ribs

    Slow-braised until tender, served over basmati rice.

  • Grilled NY Strip

    Topped with sautéed sweet onions and peppers.

  • Suya Bowls

    Spice-rubbed suya over anise-infused fried rice with sautéed vegetables.

04

Salads & Soups

Fresh, bright and made to share.

Quinoa Salad
  • Quinoa Salad

    Cucumber, sweet peppers, parsley and shallots, with maple cider vinaigrette.

  • Veggie Salad Bowl

    Peppers, tomatoes, black beans, chickpeas and fresh blueberries.

  • Spinach & Apple Salad

    Baby spinach, green apple, walnuts and shallots.

  • Chicken Caesar Salad

    Romaine, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan and grilled chicken.

  • Tomato Basil Bisque

    Smooth and velvety, finished with fresh basil and cream.

  • Lentil Soup

    Hearty lentils and vegetables in a seasoned broth.

05

Breakfast & Brunch

Fresh mornings, bold flavors.

West African Egg Scramble
  • West African Egg Scramble

    Cage-free eggs with tomatoes, sweet peppers and onions.

  • Saporeux Breakfast Wraps

    Egg scramble, roasted potatoes and cheese in a warm tortilla.

  • Croissant Sandwiches

    Fluffy eggs and melted cheese on buttery croissants.

  • Farmhouse Omelets

    Three cage-free eggs, gently cooked and simply seasoned.

  • French Toast & Crepes

    Sweet, golden and perfect for brunch.

  • Pastry Basket

    Croissants, chocolate croissants and muffins.

Trays & showpieces

Family-style, fixed price

Generous trays and whole-fish centerpieces, ready to set on the table. Order them on their own or alongside a platter.

  • Charcoal-Grilled Whole Rockfish

    Serves 8–12

    Charcoal-Grilled Whole Rockfish

    5–6 lb striped bass under our tomato and pepper relish, with anise-infused fried rice and roasted potatoes.

    $150

  • Pan-Roasted Salmon Tray

    Serves 6

    Pan-Roasted Salmon Tray

    With anise-infused garden fried rice and a tomato-based bell pepper sauce.

    $96.50

  • Grilled Chicken Tray

    Serves 6

    Grilled Chicken Tray

    Grilled chicken thighs with garden fried rice and bell pepper sauce.

    $72.50

  • Oven-Roasted Chicken Tray

    Serves 6

    Oven-Roasted Chicken Tray

    Roasted chicken breast with garden fried rice and bell pepper sauce.

    $72.50

Your table, our kitchen

Found something you love?

Send your wish list and we'll turn it into a menu and quote, within one business day.

At least 2 days' notice (3 days for requests after 2 PM Eastern).

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