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Your guide to great food Editor’s Message Welcome to the third edition of the African and Caribbean Food and Restaurant Guide, brought to you by The Voice newspaper in association with Grace Foods UK First published in 2016, this unique publication is fast becoming your all-in-one guide to where you can dine or simply drop in for a takeaway at the many eateries specialising in African and Caribbean cuisine across the United Kingdom.

The growing popularity of African and Caribbean cuisine is more visible than before. This is thanks to the surge in the number of high-end restaurant chains that are opening up in city centres specialising in the food and in some cases throwing in the music to go with it.

Rhum Kitchen, Cottons and Shaka Zulu quickly come to mind, while celebrity chefs like Ainsley Harriott, Levi Roots and Marcus Samuelson have also helped in recent time to create national awareness of the cuisine having been featured on numerous TV shows and on the cover of many publications.

This awareness of the food from the continent and the islands has been accompanied by the publication of numerous cookbooks which give tips on how to prepare an award-winning meal at home. The supermarkets too have caught on and are stocking more African and Caribbean food brands on their shelves.

Against this backdrop there has been an increasing desire to sample African and Caribbean cuisine up and down the country.

We at The Voice are proud of this development and felt that we needed to play our part as Britain’s leading black newspaper in supporting our community by promoting these establishments, especially as we celebrate 70 years of the arrival of the Empire Windrush, which signalled the start of multi-cultural Britain.

This third edition of the guide takes you on a journey from Africa to the Caribbean with information and tantalising recipes on popular dishes, accompanied by a listing of restaurants to enable you to discover and explore this popular trend.

We hope you will enjoy The Voice’s African and Caribbean Food and Restaurant Guide 2018/19.

Enjoy

Special Thanks The Voice African and Caribbean Food & Restaurant Guide 2018-19 Special thanks to our contributors and partners Grace Foods UK Rubicon Port Royal Patties Holiday Inn Ades Cash & Carry Red Red Patty King Ting Old Jamaica Tropical Sun Tru Juice Caribbean Trade BRB Supermarket Baygo Walkerswood

Cleone Foods Plantation Inn The Original Patty Company H and J Juices Jenny Mein Designs Fountain Pimento Oil Dalgety Teas Redvulette Carib Lager Jerk Cookout Ebony Status The Ankh Wellbeing Centre Refill Caribbean Cuisine Masons Rum Punch Obrigado

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The Cookbook

By Joel Campbell

African Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes with Authentic Flavour Written by Minna Rose

Flavors of Africa Cookbook: Spicy African Cooking Written by Dave Dewitt, Mary Jane Wilan, Melissa T. Stock

The Food of Morocco Written by Paula Wolfert

Caribbean Potluck: Written by Suzanne Rousseau, Michelle Rousseau

Cooking with Herb Written by Cedella Marley, Raquel Pelzel

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A Passion for Plantain Plantain is a tasty staple in many African and Caribbean homes.

Top chef Patti Sloley has won an international reputation for her recipes that use the vegetable. She spoke to Monifa Bobb-Simon about why it inspires her

Monifa Bobb-Simon: When did your love of plantain begin?

Patti Sloley (PS): My love for plantain began of course at home in Ghana in my mum’s love-filled kitchen. One of my fondest childhood memories is when she would fry plantain and serve it with baked beans, yes baked beans! After writing my first book, A Plate in the Sun, I received many positive comments about the plantain dishes, and as I chatted and shared ideas with friends, I soon realised that my next book was going to be on plantain alone.

MBS: What foods can it go with?

PS: It can be enjoyed grilled and served with peanuts for a snack, boiled or fried as a side to stews, curries or soups or steamed and mashed with peanut butter.

MBS: How easy is it to cook with plantain?

PS: It’s an exciting ingredient for its versatility, as you can enjoy it from its green stage through to yellow then black and it combines well with other flavours and textures.

If you’ve never cooked with plantain, you will be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to cook. A Date with Plantain explores plantain in 51 different recipes. I make snacks, smoothies, starters, salads, mains, tapas-style entertaining tips as well as desserts.

MBS: What’s one of your favourite ways to cook it?

PS: I enjoy it with just about anything, from its green savoury stage when it makes delicious crisps, to sweet and overripe in cakes, fritters and puddings. I love to steam rather than boil plantain, It takes 5-8 minutes and retains many nutrients. Baked in its skin makes for a delicious dessert or perhaps spiced with cinnamon and honey and grilled on a barbecue and served with ice cream. How does plantain-stuffed roast lamb, plantain pudding or plantain chocolate truffles sound? Quite delicious, even if I say so myself!

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Africa’s wonder nut

A source of plant protein and oil, groundnuts also sustain the livelihoods of millions of farming families across Africa, writes Monifa Bobb-Simon

The groundnut is one of the most important income-generating crops for countries in east Africa. Groundnuts are little red sweet nuts, which grow in the ground.

They can also be peach-yellow in colour. Although not as famous as its cousin the peanut, it is an economic heavyweight which provides an important boost to several African economies. “It’s like a small bank for many smallholder farmers, one that can be easily converted into cash, fetching the highest prices,” says Malawian groundnut breeder Patrick Okori, principal scientist at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics.

They are also a basic source of food for millions of people on the African continent. After these little-known nuts ripen and are eaten, they are a major source of protein and also manganese, which aids in blood sugar regulation.

Across the continent, they are a popular snack – they can be roasted with salt or various spices such as wasabi or chilli or coated in chocolate, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla flavours. Oil extracted from groundnuts is also widely used in cooking, as it contains high amounts of healthy fats.

They are also a staple food for millions of families. In Uganda, after the main groundnut harvest is collected, it is dried and the raw groundnuts are then pounded and sieved. A cheap but highly nutritious sauce can then be prepared with the powder. The flavour of the sauce can be enriched with onions, tomatoes or spices, or cooked just as it is. It can be served with boiled or steamed sweet potato.

Poorer families who cannot regularly afford meat, fish or milk can at least meet part of their requirements because groundnuts are so rich in protein and other vitamins. So it’s easy to see why the groundnut is so valued on the continent.

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Créole cuisine, a unique taste

Créole cuisine is hailed for its diverse menus and unique tastes that reflect the culture it derives from. Nadia Nerom talks about her love of French Caribbean food When visiting the French Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique you will undoubtedly sample ‘Créole Cuisine’. Eating Créole food in this part of the world is a unique experience because it is a delicious mélange of French, south Indian, African and Caribbean influences.

The traditional dishes combine these influences beautifully and use a range of local fish, meat, fruit, vegetables and notably the ‘piment antillais’, which is a very hot chilli.

Here are some excellent appetisers which all boast a ton of flavour; Boudin noir is a smooth pork-based sausage mixed with breadcrumbs and spices ready for spreading onto slices of a fresh baguette. Accras de morue are fried and fluffy fritters made with saltfish garnished with carrot and lettuce.

Crab farci (stuffed crab) served in a reusable plastic shell with a slice of fresh lime to squirt on the well-balanced mixture of hot pepper, breadcrumbs, milk, lard and crab meat. For the main course, the Colombo is the mainstay of French Creole Cuisine. It is a typical curry made with local curry powder known as ‘Colombo’. It is a distinctive mix of cumin, turmeric, coriander and cloves.

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Another speciality is the court bouillon de poisson. This is a fish stew made with roucou, an orange-red condiment, which derives from the seeds of the Achiote tree that originates from the tropical region of the Americas. Finally, Lambi (conch) is a citrusy, tomato-based fricassee thickened with crème fraiche.

It goes without saying that Creole food is always accompanied by the ‘ Ti Punch’.

The ‘Ti Punch’ is a traditional drink that is an inherent part of the culture and history of the French Caribbean islands.

The main ingredient is rum Agricole. The rum is mixed with island sugar cane and a squeeze of a lime.

In the UK, sampling Créole food from the French Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique is uncommon as there are currently few restaurants. However, authentic and homemade Créole food is available in south London at special events organised by Nadia Nérom

of CréoleCéNous. Her monthly Créole after work party and her yearly Black History Month event, Créole Day festival, in October are complete hits.

For information on CréoleCénous events contact Email: info@creolecenous.com Facebook: creole it’s us Twitter: CréoleCéNous @creolecenous Instagram: CréoleCéNous Créole street food stalls Les délices de Yolande @ oval market on Saturdays Bokit’la@ oval market on Saturdays + UberEats Délices Créole & Juice @ various markets, restaurants, events in London Fourchette creole @ Myddleton road market N22

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Red Red vegan stew Inspired by Africa and remixed by London, Red Red super stews are an all-vegan lunch less ordinary. Available in three different recipes, each variant is united by a bit of spicy-ness and a commitment to sharing the energy, diversity and creativity of Africa Red Red was developed in partnership with chef and writer Zoe Adjonyoh, the creative force behind celebrated London pop-up Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen. Her dishes are inspired by her extended family in west Africa with twists from her Irish mother’s background; and she boasts a beautiful talent for using great food to bring people together.

Zoe’s delicious recipes were edited down into dry, potted form to make it quick and easy to taste African flavours on the go: all you need is seven minutes, a couple of little stirs and 240ml of boiled water. Unlike other kettle-to-lunch concoctions, Red Red is protein-packed, gluten free and created using nothing but the best plant-based ingredients – think okra, lentils, red beans and sweet potato – with each mouthwatering pot clocking in at under 300 calories.

Red Red is collaborating with some of the brightest creative talents from London, Lagos and beyond. The packs’ clashing, vibrant colours draw on the style of traditional African textiles; while the beautiful popping illustration style is courtesy of Nigerian artist Dennis Osadebe. Among its other collaborators are London-based designer Yinka Ilori, stylist Samson Soboye and photographer Patrice De Villiers.

Red Red is also proud to be working with online platform BetterShared, which celebrates creatives of the African diaspora.

This is a lunch with a vision to be a force for good supporting African growers. For every pot you buy, 12p is donated to Farm Africa, an international development charity which reduces poverty by helping farmers in eastern Africa to grow more, sell more and sell for more.

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Eating a patty is a serious activity because people are always searching for an authentic Jamaican patty experience, well thanks to Patty King in West Norwood, London, you now have it.

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Cooking: Republic of Congo style Passion for food took Mick Élysée from his home town to the UK via France. But here he reveals he didn’t expect to become a gourmet chef “Some of my earliest, and happiest, memories are centred around my mother’s cooking pot in the Republic of Congo. I would sit and watch as she brought together fresh ingredients, I’d mischievously pinch a few scraps when her back was turned, and even after she’d finished cooking I would play around with different flavour combinations of my own.

“My friends would be outside playing football, but I saw myself as a scientist, experimenting and making new food creations.

However the world as I knew it was turned upside down in 1993.

“The whole country was being torn apart by the Congolese civil war, and I watched in horror as many of my family and friends were brutally killed. My life was in very real danger, so aged just 14, I was sent to France as a refugee.

“The one thing I clung to at this difficult time was my love of food, and after a lot of hard work and persistence, I was delighted when my talent was spotted by one of France’s most prestigious culinary schools and I was given a place.

“I threw myself into my training wholeheartedly, and by the age of just 22, I had opened my first restaurant in Toulouse. My classical training taught me so much about European cuisine. However, my roots and my heart were in the Congo, and I still loved the flavours and ingredients that I had grown up with but were still relatively unknown to my European colleagues.

“I also host pop-up restaurants to help support refugee charities, the last one of took place at The Open Kitchen Bar and Restaurant in London earlier this year.

I hope that events like this will raise awareness of the plight of so many refugees across Europe.”

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Africa’s love of hot sauce There’s nothing like a spicy and aromatic hot chilli sauce to add some kick to your favourite food. But African sauces are more than just a meal saver; in many instances they are an essential part of the meal itself, writes Monifa Bobb-Simon Flavoursome sauces are an important part of meals across Africa and come in a range of styles and tastes.

Just about every country in Africa has its own version of hot sauce. Every region has its own unique collection of sauce recipes that were developed on the basis of the region’s climate, cultural influences and colonization. These recipes include the fruits, vegetables and grains grown in the area, as well as the availability of meat and game.

Below are four of the most well-known sauces of the continent: 1. Fresh shito (pepper) Shito is a much-loved sauce enjoyed with Ghanaian food.

This hot chilli sauce is made up of fish, peppers, fresh onions, tomatoes and a range of spices. It is typically enjoyed with rice, yam and gari.

Shito sauce

Pili pili sauce

2. Pili Pili hot sauce This is popular in Congolese cooking. Made with scotch bonnets, the sauce is seasoned with garlic and onions to introduce an added kick to meat, fish and vegetable dishes.

3. Peanut sauce Peanut sauce is found across the regions of Africa, varying in style and flavour. The delicious spicy sauce can often be found accompanying stews and soups. It can also be served with grilled chicken, meat, fish, rice and soup.

Peanut sauce sits at the top of the favourite list for many foodies who enjoy a nutty flavour to their African dishes.

African peanut sauce

4. Sosu Kaani This spicy cooked chilli and tomato sauce adds a burst of flavour to many dishes in Senegal. It is made from tomatoes, onions, garlic and fiery scotch bonnets.

Sosu Kaani sauce

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Keeping it in the family Despite having no culinary experience, Denis Douglas was determined to ensure that a successful Caribbean takeaway stayed in familiar hands By Abigail Reid

When the opportunity presented itself to take over the family business, Denis Douglas grasped the opportunity. His family ran Dougy’s, one of Manchester’s best known Caribbean takeaways located on the cusp of Old Trafford, Moss Side and Whalley Range.“Dougy’s was first opened in 1991 by my brother Errol,” Denis recalls.

“It is one of the oldest, established black Caribbean businesses still running and progressing in the community. Once my brother decided to move on to new ventures and head to Jamaica it left a gap here in the UK and I decided I didn’t want the legacy to go.”

Despite not having a background in catering he took the plunge and with the help of his mum, Eleanor, whom he refers to as ‘chief whip’ and who everyone else knows as ‘Gran’ , Denis took the redundancy package offered by Manchester City Council.

He left his job as Senior District Youth Officer and with the redundancy money quickly grew the business. Denis bought new premises in Moss Side, a second takeaway in Chorlton and a mobile catering unit.

Since then, Dougy’s has won hundreds of rave reviews from food lovers and has been visited by several local celebrities. “It was definitely the right move” he says.

“We’re progressing all the time and anticipate more bookings for festivals and outdoor events now we have a 16ft, commercial food outlet enabling us to roll out the food to you. It’s still the same family, still the same mother driving us hard as a family and ensuring the pot stays consistent.”

With the recently opened takeaway in Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Dougy’s Uptown, caters for a different clientele with demand for vegan and vegetarian meals and a range of different nationalities – Asian, Polish and African to name but a few, sampling the fare of the Caribbean. “It’s a new phenomena for us and we embrace that because we are meeting the needs of the community.”

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Why you need to drink

coconut water Coconut water’s popularity has grown dramatically in recent years and it is enjoyed by health conscious people all over the world.

Monifa Bobb-Simon examines its benefits Coconut water is the refreshing juice

extracted from a young coconut.

It is the perfect alternative to water that comes from a natural fruit.

Found most commonly in tropical environments of the Caribbean, Asia and parts of America, the fruit is also enjoyed across the world. In a hard thick shell lies the coconut water surrounded by white flesh. Alongside a sweet and nutty taste, the coconut contains a number of health benefits and advantages.

The cool beverage has natural minerals, especially vitamin B, which helps to keep the body hydrated and energised. The natural liquid is effective in replenishing electrolytes, which are an essential mineral that regulates muscle and nerve function in our bodies. This all around health enhancer adds much needed potassium into our system. It is considered vital for bone structure and works to keep a consistent blood pressure.

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Coconut water is also the perfect post work out drink. After strenuous activities and muscular movement, the body uses its sodium, calcium and magnesium.

The body also loses water when you become active which can be replenished with the fresh water. It can quickly restore fluid volume into the blood, which strengthens your pressure back to normal. If you’re not already sold, coconut water also maintains kidney function. As many diets include sodium, it can reduce the kidney’s ability to remove excess water from the body. The arginine found in coconut water steps in to increase blood circulation to all of your organs including the kidney.

The natural drink is also rich in soluble fibre which helps to encourage healthy bowel movements. With many modern day foods containing hard to digest ingredients, including toxins, coconut water has you covered. With a ton of benefits from start to finish, coconut water acts as the perfect drink to quench your thirst.

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The black cowboy of South London

Elephant and Castle in south east London is rapidly changing, with gentrification bringing in big coffee chains to the area.

But unique entrepreneurs like John Otagburuagu are winning over coffee lovers

By Monifa Bobb-Simon

John Otagburuagu founded Black Cowboy Coffee and Waffles in Elephant and Castle in August 2015. As the name suggests, the street cafe serves coffee and waffles as well as smoothies. As for the black cowboy moniker, the simple reason is that John has had an interest in cowboys since his childhood and through a change in life events, he put this passion into practice.

Monifa Bobb-Simon: What made you start the business?

John Otagburuagu: After experiencing immigration challenges in the USA, I came back to the UK leaving my wife and three daughters behind. I realised that this was a chance to reinvent myself and I decided that I wanted to create a business that I loved.

MBS: What inspired the Black Cowboy?

JO: It was inspired by the African-American black cowboy experience. Having lived in Texas for 14 years I was used to the generic Hollywood portrayal. But I found out that both African-Americans and Mexicans heavily influenced the historical cowboy experience. It made me really happy to know that something I have liked since I was a kid is a part of my history and heritage.

MBS: What made you incorporate this interest with confectionery?

JO: Waffles were introduced to me during my travels in Belgium. I remember waking up to the sweet cinnamon smell of Liege waffles. When I had one, it stuck in my memory for years. That sparked my love of waffles and now I make my own.

I make sandwich waffles, liege, brussels and more. There’s a great selection.

MBS: How do you want people to see your legacy?

JO: I’ve done this for my children and other young kids, especially in the black community. I want them to get involved in the coffee business because we created coffee in Africa. I’m using this opportunity to highlight black history and cowboys.

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FRESH CARIBBEAN AND FRESH CARIBBEAN ANDS FRESH CARIBBEAN AND BAYGO is an exciting new fast casual BAYGO is an exciting new fast casual restaurant in the City of London, providing restaurant in the City of London, providing diners with a fresh taste of the Caribbean, diners with a fresh taste of the Caribbean, and most importantly … sunshine! and most importantly … sunshine!

The BAYGO mission is to innovate and The BAYGO mission is to innovate and change the perception of what Caribbean change the perception of what Caribbean food is and can be. The menu intends to food is and can be. The menu intends to revolutionise the way Londoners perceive revolutionise the way Londoners perceive Caribbean food, a far cry from patties and Caribbean food, a far cry from patties and salt cod, BAYGO has developed a menu salt cod, BAYGO has developed a menu that celebrates the fresh ingredients of that celebrates the fresh ingredients of these tropical islands creating dishes that these tropical islands creating dishes that are fresh, tasty and entirely accessible. are fresh, tasty and entirely accessible.

Open for breakfast and lunch, each dish Open for breakfast and lunch, each dish has been carefully curated using the has been carefully curated using the highest quality ingredients which can be highest quality ingredients which can be eaten in or taken away. eaten in or taken away.

Breakfast items include a traditional Ackee Breakfast items include a traditional Ackee Ital Pot served with ackee, sweet and spicy Ital Pot served with ackee, sweet and spicy beans, avocado, spinach and roasted beans, avocado, spinach and roasted tomatoes - vegan friendly and delicious! tomatoes - vegan friendly and delicious!

BAYGO’s Bacon and Egg Bun comes with BAYGO’s Bacon and Egg Bun comes with a spicy twist for those who want to start the a spicy twist for those who want to start the day on fire, and the different variations of day on fire, and the different variations of Porridge are essential to boost those Porridge are essential to boost those energy levels first thing. energy levels first thing.

Notable dishes on the menu for lunch Notable dishes on the menu for lunch include tasty Island One Pots; Curry Goat include tasty Island One Pots; Curry Goat and Curry Chicken are served with and Curry Chicken are served with plantain, sunshine slaw, callaloo, rice and plantain, sunshine slaw, callaloo, rice and peas and sure do pack a punch, whilst The peas and sure do pack a punch, whilst The Creole Pot is a fish-filled version. Sunshine Creole Pot is a fish-filled version. Sunshine Buns are also not to be missed; the Pulled Buns are also not to be missed; the Pulled Pork Burger with homemade BAYGO Pork Burger with homemade BAYGO sauce, iceberg lettuce and sunshine slaw is sauce, iceberg lettuce and sunshine slaw is served in a freshly toasted brioche bun and served in a freshly toasted brioche bun and is sure to give you the Vitamin D hit you is sure to give you the Vitamin D hit you need! For the vegetarians amongst us, how need! For the vegetarians amongst us, how about the Chickpea Burger? about the Chickpea Burger?

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A perfect partnership of chickpea and potato in a A perfect partnership of chickpea and potato in a pattie with BAYGO sauce and sunshine slaw. pattie with BAYGO sauce and sunshine slaw.

Salads, Soups and Roti Wraps also make an Salads, Soups and Roti Wraps also make an appearance meaning customers are spoilt for appearance meaning customers are spoilt for choice when dining at BAYGO. choice when dining at BAYGO. The name BAYGO derives from the sister isle of The name BAYGO derives from the sister isle of Trinidad, Tobago; the homeland of Executive Chef, Trinidad, Tobago; the homeland of Executive Chef, Hasan De Four and founder, Chris Morris. Borne Hasan De Four and founder, Chris Morris. Borne from Chris’ determination to open a window to the from Chris’ determination to open a window to the side of the Caribbean he grew up in and the side of the Caribbean he grew up in and the realisation that London was missing a fast-paced realisation that London was missing a fast-paced and healthy Caribbean grab & go food, BAYGO is and healthy Caribbean grab & go food, BAYGO is the product of Caribbean island heritage and urban the product of Caribbean island heritage and urban London upbringing.

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A taste of the Caribbean Many Caribbean countries have traditional dishes that reflect their unique historical influences as well the ingredients that are locally available. Here are some of the region’s popular national dishes

By Monifa Bobb-Simon

Antigua & Barbuda Fungie is the national dish and recipe of Antigua and Barbuda. The indigenous cuisine is made from cornmeal and okra alongside pepperpot, which is made from a variety of meats. It combines the use of fresh ingredients and plant based products, which includes spinach, eggplant and onions to boil down the dish into a soupy finish.

Antigua - & Bermuda - Fungie

Barbados - Flying fish

Dominican Republic - Sanchoco

Barbados Barbados is known as the ‘land of the flying fish’ and alongside coucou, the fish makes up the island’s national dish. Coucou is made with cornmeal and fresh okra and the fish, which is found in abundance across the nation, is prepared with onion, garlic, thyme, tomatoes and spicy pepper.

Belize The famous rice and beans dish, with meat or fish, is a highlight of Belizean cuisine. The rice and beans are cooked in rich coconut milk and native herbs. As a local delicious dish, it is often accompanied with gravy, potato salad and juicy plantain.

Dominican Republic Sanchoco is a traditional stew that is very representative of Dominican cuisine. The meal is made with hearty vegetables such as corn and carrots that are cooked with meat chunks of your choice. The flavoursome recipe fills the local community with a good wholesome meal.

Grenada Grenada’s national dish is called Oil Down. The ingredients are salted meats, dumpling, calaloo, vegetables and breadfruit, stewed in creamy coconut milk. With added herbs and spices, this popular dish is found across the island.

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Guyana Guyanese pepperpot is a well-loved selection of stewed meat.

It is strongly flavoured with cinnamon, cassareep (a sauce made from cassava fruit) and other natural ingredients that include fiery hot peppers. With intensely rich flavours, the dish develops its best taste when it is left over a period of days to marinate.

Guyana - Pepperpot

Haiti Traditional Haitian food is considered to be rice and beans.

A bean pureè is often poured on top of white rice, which adds bold and spicy flavours.

Jamaica Ackee is a small fruit that resembles scrambled egg. It is added to dried cod and known widely across the island as its most popular dish. Although the dish is often served as a breakfast, the fruit fish combo can be eaten any time of day.

Martinique Grilled snapper is a firm island favourite of Martinique. It is usually accompanied with a creole sauce that is made with onions, parsley and peppers alongside other natural herbs and ingredients.

Montserrat Flavoursome goat water is served as a thick goat meat stew with crusty bread rolls. The hearty meal can be enjoyed on special occasions or at national functions.

St Kitts and Nevis Stewed saltfish served with spicy plantain is a classic across the island of St Kitts and Nevis’ served with coconut dumplings.

The national dish is a unique blend of local native spices, fish and vegetables that give the dish its flavour.

St Lucia Green fig (green bananas) and saltfish compromise the mouthwatering taste of St Lucia. The cuisine uses a careful selection of spices and natural to herbs give the dish the flavour it is so widely recognised for.

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Haiti - Rice and beans

Jamaica - Ackee and saltfish

Martinique - Grilled snapper

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Model attitude is so sweet › By Joel Campbell ‹ L&S: Your smile is gorgeous how important is that in your line of business?

RR: I first took my daughter to the dentist when she was two and a half years-old. I am a little bit obsessed with teeth so we go every six months for a deep clean and check up. I think a smile and oral hygiene are important, as a smile is the first trait that people see and ultimately is the first step to forming friendships.

L&S: What do you look out for when you’re buying soft drinks for the house?

RR: We drink a lot of water at home but there’s definitely a Rubicon that’s right for us and we love that there are different products for different occasions. Being from the Caribbean our cravings for Guanabana, Lychee and Mango juice never seem to go away. We have just always made sure to enjoy it all in moderation due to the sugar content.

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aving trotted up and down catwalks the world over Rachel Ritfeld knows how best to look after her body. The Lifestyle columnist also knows that beauty starts from within. Talking about her sugar habits the mum of one explains why it’s important for her to stay up to speed on what sweet tastes are good for her and her daughter Rosalia.

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L&S: Are you up to speed on natural sugars? How do you stay on top of what you and your daughter are putting into your bodies?

RR Yes I am quite knowledgeable on the topic.

Rosie and I will often opt for products which promote reduced sugar content. We also prefer when a sweet taste is naturally derived, you know, comes from a natural source. Stevia, for example, is a great natural substitute for sugar that suits Rosie and I down to a tee.

L&S: How does Rubicon’s reformulated selection of drinks work well for your household?

RR: Now that I know there are options to enjoy the juices we love, that remind us of home, I feel empowered as a mum to enjoy the juices with more frequency. Suddenly our options just increased thanks to Rubicon’s half sugar formula with a great exotic taste. Don’t get me wrong, there’s a time and place for the classic flavours I grew up on but for everyday the reduced sugar option works a treat.

L&S: Talk about your love for creating mocktails at home and cooking from scratch with fresh produce and involving Rosie in the food prep process.

RR: We love growing our own fruit and veg at home and thinking of the wonderful recipes we can create with it. Mixing some Rubicon mango juice with some fresh fruit from our garden and perhaps some sparkling water for that summer fresh feeling, sounds like heaven to me. I can’t wait to

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lie in my hammock sipping on that in the summer.

L&S: Why is it important to you that your child is aware of the way in which sugar affects our bodies?

RR: Empowering our children with the knowledge to make conscious decisions with their health and bodies changes the course of their life and I believe enhances their quality of life.

L&S: As ardent travellers both you and your daughter are familiar with exotic fruits and concoctions, name some of the more exciting.

RR: Rosalia is quite a mango connoisseur and loves a variety of them all. But even on our travels visiting local markets to try out their exotic fruits is something we always enjoy. Many of the fruits I don’t even know the names of in English. My dream is to own a tropical farm one day so I can indulge in my own produce.

L&S: Rubicon will be offering a range to suit every taste, half sugar and the old-skool flavour we all grew up on. How important is it that they have this variety?

RR: This is fantastic and very exciting, as it allows me to tailor our lifestyle around what our needs are at any given time.

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artial artists and budding sports enthusiasts Yemi and Afua Williams are the type of parents that monitor everything that goes into their children’s mouths. Always looking for the best way to keep food interesting, the north London parents have targeted sugary drinks as the next area of their household due for an overhaul.

› By Joel Campbell ‹ NOT TOO many will be familiar with the Israeli self-defence system called Krav Maga but in the Williams household the endeavour is a staple pastime.

Everyone takes part and in a few years Yemi tells Lifestyle that it will be imperative for both his three and six-years old girl and boy to come for the evening jogs which sees both parents take turns with the bed time stories, while they alternate their night time exercise.

Fitness is key in this house, staying in shape is not left to chance and for Yemi, the idea that he would let his children consume anything he hadn’t checked is non existent.

He said: “When we buy soft drinks the first thing I look out for is the nutritional value on the label”.

“The sugar content has to be as low as possible otherwise it doesn’t make it to the till. Recently I’ve started getting a lot more drinks with reduced sugar. Knowing Rubicon is now half the sugar with a great exotic taste is right up our street.”

‘I’m sure a lot of people who haven’t had a Rubicon juice for a while will love the fact that their new range will allow them to enjoy it

without the worry of high sugar content.

“I wouldn’t say I’m up to speed on natural sugars. From the little research I’ve done on sugars in general it is my understanding that too much of it can lead to health issues so my approach tends to be the less the better.”

Explaining how they shape their priorities when they go shopping Afua said: “We grew up on home cooked meals so it is something that has carried on as adults and now showing our kids. It obviously gives us full control of what we are consuming so that is always a benefit. Plus our children love the process of creating something in the kitchen and being a part of the cooking process.”

But do they understand what sugars are what? “Funny enough our son is well versed on the pros and cons of sugar,” Yemi said.

He added: “It is extremely important for us as parents that our children are aware of what they consume. Everything has to be taken in moderation as well as mixing it up with an active lifestyle whether it be sports or general exercise.

We like that Rubicon has a range to suit every taste though, that would sit very well in my house.”

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“Afua continued: “We grew up with Rubicon drinks and the different flavours were always a good thing. I think it makes sense to give people the option of the level of sugar content in their drinks. We all have different preferences and that should be reflected in products we consume. It also gives people a chance to try new products as I imagine the different options taste different. If it has half the sugar while retaining the same fruit content we can enjoy the drink more often.”

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The taste of Trinidad comes to London Husband and wife team Trevor and Roslyn Bobb launched Roti Masters after spotting a gap in the Caribbean food market

By Monifa Bobb-Simon

It’s been said that Trevor and Roslyn Bobb have played their part in ‘spicing up’ Croydon in south London. The husband and wife team are the proprietors of the longstanding family business, Roti Masters, which they set up 10 years ago. Inspired

by Trinidadian street food, Roti Masters creates dishes that cater for vegetarians and meat lovers alike.

“A lot of our food is of an east Indian background that was introduced to the Caribbean,” Trevor explained. “Roti is also known throughout the Caribbean, but we in Trinidad have something we call ‘buss up shot’ which is strips of roti torn, or buss-up, like an old shirt.”

But with such an interesting menu what made them venture away from opening a restaurant to run a takeaway?

“We recognised a gap in the market,” says Trevor. “There were, and still are, plenty of Jamaican outlets but I realised the potential for introducing diverse Caribbean menus into British culture.” So how does Roti Masters differ from other Caribbean food establishments?

“Roti Masters acts as a community hub where people can indulge in genuine traditional eating experiences. The food is all freshly prepared on the premises, including the exotic juices and drinks. For example, Guinness punch, one of our customer favourites, comes with an unexpected kick!”

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sauce The regional variation and diversity of Caribbean cooking is endless, and this extends to sauces as Monifa Bobb-Simon finds out

Hot sauces are popular across the regions of the Caribbean and come in a range of styles and flavours.

Unmatchable exotic tastes from the West Indies act as the perfect addition to create delicious traditional meals.

Papaya, also known as ‘pawpaw’, is a coarse sauce made from finely grounded carrots, papaya and habanero peppers (scotch bonnets). The raw ingredients of the flavoursome sauce are blended into a puree where the spices of the hot mix are made to complement any Caribbean dish.

Across the islands, there are many variations of the recipe, as different countries apply their own unique and spicy spin.

Saba is a local pepper sauce that originates in the Caribbean from the Netherlands Antilles island of Saba. Its authentic recipe is made with finely chopped chillies, wholesome onions, garlic, vinegar, salt and a drizzle of olive oil. The fiery hot sauce addition provides an extra kick for meats and seafood meals alike, as well as simple rice dishes.

The final add-on to our sauce list is Ti Malice, the popular Caribbean sauce that was born in Haiti. Its origin comes from a variety of old folk stories that are rooted in the Haitian culture and history. The sapid sauce combines tangy tomato paste and water mixed with lime juice, scotch bonnet, butter and fresh garlic. The flavour-enriched condiment is served with almost all dishes in Haiti and remains popular across the island today.

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Go Green

Louis Ashok’s decision to go vegan stemmed from a desire to change his lifestyle. Now, this bad boy vegan is bringing his tasty dishes to the masses

By Leah Sinclair

PIC: Louis Ashok VEGANISM IN THE RISE: Chef Louis Ashok

Veganism is certainly on the rise - and one chef looking to share his recipes and perspective on vegan cooking is 28-year-old chef Louis Ashok. The founder of Bad Boy Vegan Kitchen is known for his enticing and yummy recipes from vegan burgers to mouth-watering desserts. After studying professional cookery in fine dining, he worked on his own venture at Brick Lane Market in east London as well as at the three Michelin star restaurant Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester.

“Food has always been my passion from when I was a child so I now make what I want to eat and wish to invite those with me on a great food journey,” he says.

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he recalls. “I felt the effect of a slower mind, which was heightened in those conditions.

“The conclusion I came to was that the food wasn’t good at all so I found it best to avoid it and stick to vegetable-based meals at least. That small transition boosted my energy and gave me more encouragement to better myself and my life as a whole. Since then, I have had a better standard of living, more energy, positive outlook and much more strength to overcome certain obstacles in life.”

The chef launched Bad Boy Vegan Kitchen in 2016, because of the plant-based diet he was on which lacked considerable exciting food options. “I realised that there wasn’t anything exciting or interesting to eat other than the typical greens. I love greens but I really wanted to bridge that gap. You can eat plant-based foods but I wanted to get sexy with it,” he added. As a result, Bad Boy Vegan Kitchen has become a great source of fun flavoursome vegan recipes, and continues to gain a cult following.

“My favourite meal to cook is my red bean stew with dumplings and coconut milk,” he revealed. “All that goodness is making my mouth water right now!”.

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Food for the soul American chef Charita Jones continues to bring soul food to the Brighton masses By Leah Sinclair

IF YOU’RE A fan of the hit TV show ‘Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares’, then you may be familiar with Charita Jones, founder of Momma Cherri’s Soul Food Shack and author of the cookbook Momma Cherri’s Soul in a Bowl.

The Brighton-based restaurant appeared on the show in 2005, and Jones has since gone from strength to strength, writing a soul food cookbook which took her on a nationwide book tour visiting schools and helping to set up healthy eating programs. “I’ve been cooking all my life, since I was a child,” said Jones. “I have always enjoyed experimenting with cooking dishes from around the world.”

Jones has come a long way from her humble beginnings in Pennsylvania. Born in the 1950s, she overcame the racial tensions in her neighbourhood. But her biggest fight came when she moved to England to open a soul food restaurant in Brighton.

“I opened my restaurant in the UK which came with many challenges, but with the help of Gordon Ramsay, the restaurant became an overnight household name,” said Jones.

The soul food restaurant is known for it’s all-America inspired cuisine, with many dishes which Jones still loves to cook. “Southern fried chicken, peach cobbler, key lime pie and sweet potatoes are some of the dishes I still get excited to cook,” she revealed. While Jones’ success has been well documented, so have her failures. In January 2007, The restaurateur and her daughter, Katryna Thomas-Shell, were forced to place the business into administration.

However, Jones kept her head up and with her daughter, they were able to rescue the business and relaunch stronger than ever.

“We have a lot of plans which we want to achieve this year,” said Jones.“I want to continue to develop and promote my YouTube channel and I also have an online store, selling homemade hand blended spices.”

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Flying the flag for

Caribbean food Chef Euten E Lindsay is winning over diners in Plymouth to the region’s cuisine. Alannah Francis finds out more With 30 years’ experience as a chef, Euten E Lindsay is an expert in tantalising and satisfying tastebuds.

Born in Jamaica, Lindsay is no fan of the cold and one of the things that drew him to becoming a chef was the heat of the kitchen.

Based in Plymouth – a location many wouldn’t associate with vibrant Caribbean cuisine – Lindsay delivers his culinary expertise via his catering service, Fusion Cuisine, which he established in 2012. He says much of his Plymouth and Devon-based clientele are well travelled and return to the UK seeking a taste of the Caribbean islands they’ve visited. Their favourite dishes? Jerk chicken and curry goat.

For Lindsay, whose palette is well-versed in Caribbean cuisine, it’s difficult to choose one standout dish but he opts for a sweet potato and callaloo galette.

It comprises thin slices of sweet potato layered with sauteed callaloo sandwiched in the middle with spring onions, garlic and fresh thyme, served with a fresh tomato sauce or a pimento sauce, salad and rice. Lindsay has worked in top restaurants in London’s West End, where he says African and Caribbean chefs are the backbones of the kitchens.

A lot of well-known dishes are thought to be European but he says they are “very much a fusion of African and Caribbean dishes”.

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Lindsay travels across the UK serving up “local foods with global flavours” and is about to relaunch his mobile cuisine trailer, which he has named the “passion wagon”. He says: “It’s about my love for food. I wake up and think of food every day, new recipes or ideas.”

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Iconic African dishes

African cuisine is as diverse as the many cultures that exist on the continent Monifa Bobb-Simon takes a look at some of Africa’s most well-known dishes Ivory Coast Ivorian cooking culture is very similar to that of neighbouring west African countries. Attiéké is a popular side dish made from grated cassava. It is often enjoyed with meats, fish and veg. The dish is well seasoned with tomatoes, chopped onions and spicy hot peppers.

Attieke – Ivory Coast

Chicken muamba - Angola

Angola Chicken muamba is an extremely popular chicken stew in central Africa and many would call it is Angola’s national dish. It is rich with the flavours of garlic, finely chopped onions, spiced up with hot pepper and thickened with okra.

Sierra Leone Stews are a fundamental part of Sierra Leonean cuisine with groundnut stew championed as the country’s national dish. It consists of chicken and vegetables that are seasoned with cashews and peanuts.

South Africa Pap en vleis is a well-known South African dish that translates to ‘porridge and meat’. It is a term used to describe stewed meat that is traditionally eaten with pap.

The succulent flavours from the different choices of meat are infused with natural herbs in the native community.

Groundnut stew - Sierra Leone

Zimbabwe Zimbabwean cuisine consists of traditional and modern cooking styles. Kapenta and sadza are one of the most common dishes found in the southern region. The delicious meal is compromised of finely ground dry maize that is thickened like porridge and eaten with Tanganyika sardines, also known as kapenta.

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Eritrea One of the main traditional foods found in Eritrean culture is zigini, a very spicy meat stew. It uses an array of popular spices used in African cuisine and it is traditionally eaten with a type of flatbread called injera.

Mozambique Authentic piri piri chicken is loved in Mozambican food culture and is ranked as one of the country’s favourites. Flavoured

spices are marinated into the chicken, which is hot, spicy and totally addictive.

Botswana The national dish of Botswana is known as seswaa. Like many of the other countries in Africa, meat stews are very popular.

Seswaa infuses onions and hot peppers, which marinade the pounded beef in the dish.

Mali Rice and millet are seen as staples of the Malawian food and culture. A lot of the dishes are based on serial grains that tend to be prepared with sauces, which include sweet potato with tomato peanut sauce.

Malawi Nsima is native to Malawi that consists of thick starchy porridge made from ground corn eaten with fish. It is popularly referred to as ‘chambo.’ The meal is often served with a side dish that includes spicy enriched meats and veg.

Zigini – Eritrea

Piri piri chicken - Mozambique

Seswaa - Botswana

Kenya Ugali is widely recognised as a classic Kenyan cuisine. The dish, made of maize flour, is served with meat or vegetable stews, greens or soured milk. It is cooked with aromatic spices that create its unique flavour.

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Raw food that’s good for the soul Q: What inspired Raw Soul Food?

A: I started my conscious journey to a healthful plant-based lifestyle, when I became ill with several gastric issues. I created Raw Soul Food to share the journey to transforming my life through raw food, faith, fun, fitness and a can-do attitude.

During this process I discovered that tasty, culturally inspired food was not yet easily available (this was 12 years ago). This is an essential component for many individuals undertaking the transitional process of transforming their diet.

Q: What are the health benefits?

A: Raw food is simply a return to food in its natural state, the best way to eat and thrive.

Raw plant-based foods contain high levels of energetic nutrients and enzymes, which can help cleanse, regulate and build the immune system, as well as creating and maintaining healthy cells. Incorporating more raw food into your diet supports healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Q: What is your favourite raw food meal to prepare and why?

A: Over the years my tastes have evolved. I love simple dishes, using a variety of ingredients with herbs and spices for added flavour.

Although traditionally plantain is prepared by cooking (boiling, frying, baking etc), you can actually eat plantain raw. I must admit that I was dubious about this at first, but at the moment it’s still a staple part of my diet.

You can slice your plantain and dress it with your favorite raw dressing, or season it with fresh herbs and mix it in with green/spring onions, sweet red peppers etc. I like to add chopped kiwi and a masala seasoning, or some raw hot pepper sauce on a green salad; or a raw walnut pate.

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Eat Well, Feel Well, Live Well. That’s one of the mottos that Rev Anita McKenzie aka Sistahintheraw lives by. She created Raw Soul Food, an expression of her love for creating culturally inspired, raw plant based food that reflects her holistic approach to health and wellbeing.

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Seasonings

African/Caribbean Bursting with bold flavours here is a list of the seasoning additions essential to your kitchen

Chermoula seasoning

Alligator pepper, also known as an mbongo, is a popular seasoning used in west African cuisines. It is loved for its hot aroma that accompanies dishes such as boiled rice and stews.

Bajan green seasoning infuses your dishes with an array of flavours. Using roughly chopped onions, garlic, pepper and thyme, the rich mixture is compounded to season beef, chicken, pork, seafood and veggie dishes. Green seasonings are found across the Caribbean varying in styles and tastes.

South African curry powder

Berbere is a chilli spice blend which has a unique mixture, one that gives it its distinctive flavour. It can often include a strong helping of pepper, clove and ginger that adds in its flavoursome kick. It is enjoyed widely across Ethiopian culture for its unmatchable taste.

Grenada seasoning pepper is made from the bright yellow fruits found native to the country. It has a delicious habaJamaican jerk seasoning

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nero flavour that is jam packed with heat that acts as a great marinade for cooking cuisine.

Jerk seasoning is a traditional Jamaican recipe that adds a burst of flavour to meats and fish. The blend of ingredients typically includes allspice known as ‘pimento’ on the island, accompanied with scotch bonnet, garlic, thyme, paprika and salt.

Berbere-spice

South African curry powder is an authentic seasoning that adds spice to your food. It can be used to marinade meat and fish dishes that adds a delicious boost of spicy hot flavour.

Piri Piri seasoning adds a healthy dose of heat to your favourite dishes. The blends vary from region to region in Africa but the mixture usually conists of crushed chillies, onion, pepper, garlic and paprika. Many enjoy the seasoning for its combination of aromatic flavours.

Chermoula seasoning is a marinade used for meat, chicken and fish. The exotic blend is loved for its spices, flavour and herbs. This mixture is found to include flavoursome ingredients such as garlic, coriander, cumin and paprika.

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LISTING The following pages contain a regional listing of over 250 African and Caribbean restaurants/takeaways across UK, along with details of food suppliers and specialist caterers.

CENTRAL LONDON Carnival Pot

Specialists in West Indian cuisine.

Our menu includes Jamaican jerk chicken, brown stew chicken, oxtail and side dishes.

Address: Kiosk 3, Blackfriars Road (corner of Southwark Underground station and Blackfriars Road), London SE1 8NN Telephone: 07852 778 415 Open: Mon – Fri 11am – 6pm

Hawkeye’s Hotpot

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Silver service upon request.

Catering for all occasions. On Facebook Address: 47A Goldhawk Road, London W12 8QP Telephone: 0208-740-7771 Email: www.hotpotcaribcuisine@ gmail.com Open: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm

Hilltop Roti

Trinidadian restaurant and takeaway. Opened May 2015

Specialising in rotis. Simple quality Caribbean food.

Address: 46-48 Drayton Greene Road, West Ealing, London W13 8RY Telephone: 07961-869-902 Email: hiltoproti@gmail.com Open: Mon-Thur 12 Noon-8pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon – 11pm

Holiday Inn London – Kensington Forum

Caribbean and English restaurant.

Fortnightly event.

Address: 97 Cromwell Road, Kensington, London SW7 4DN Telephone: 0207-341-3099 Email: caribbeanexperience@ hikensington.co.uk Website: www.hikensingtonforumhotel.co.uk Open: Daily 7.30pm – 1pm fortnightly. Call for next dates.

Jamaica Patty Company Fresh flavours of Jamaica. Enjoy Ackee and Saltfish, Curry Goat, Jerk Chicken and other delicious fillings. Follow up with Blue Mountain coffee and Devon House IScream.

Address: 26 New Row, London WC2N 4LA Telephone: 0207-836-3334 Email: info@jamaicapatty.co.uk Website: www.jamaicapatty.co.uk Open: Mon – Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-7pm

Kenza Restaurant

Lebanese restaurant and takeaway.

Meaning “treasure” in Arabic, Be charmed by Middle Eastern hospitality.

Address: 10 Devonshire Square, London EC2M 4YP Telephone: 0207-929-5533 Email: info@kenza-restaurant. com Website: www.kenza-restaurant. com Open: Mon-Fri 12 Noon-11pm, Sat 5pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10pm

Merkato Restaurant

Eritrean and Ethiopian restaurant.

Mixed Vegetables, Special Ktfo, Dereq Tbsi and Shro are freshly prepared for diners to enjoy the distinctive flavours and pungent spices. Each order is accompanied by the traditional injera

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flatbread which is also available gluten-free. We serve traditional Ceremony Coffee & Honey Wine (Mies).

Address: 196 Caledonian Road, Kings Cross, London N1 0SQ Telephone: 0207-713-8952 Email: philmongt@yahoo.com Website: www.merkatokingscross.co.uk Open: Everyday 12 Noon-10 pm

Moro

Restaurant serving delicious North African cuisine.

Stall is run in the market Mon-Fri lunchtime wraps freshly cooked lamb and chicken.

Address: 34-36 Exmouth Market, London EC1R 4QE Telephone: 0207-833-8336 Email: reservations@moro. co.uk Website: www.moro.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon2.30pm and 6pm-10.30pm Sun 12.00 Noon-3.30pm and 5.00pm-9.30pm

Wolkite Kitfo Restaurant

Ethiopian Restaurant serving traditional dishes. Bestselling dishes are Kitfo and Tegabino a delicious chickpea sauce with platters of spiced vegetables. Ideal for vegans.

Listed Top 20 on Trip Adv isor.

Address: 82 Hornsey Road, London N7 7NN Telephone: 0207-700-3055 Open: Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm, SatSun 12 Noon–11pm

EAST LONDON Café Caribbean London

Truly traditional Jamaican food.

We cater for Weddings, Parties and Funerals.

Address: Old Spitalfields Market, London E1 6EW Telephone: 0207-377-6443

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Email: info@cafe-caribbean. co.uk Open: Everyday 10 am -7.30pm

Calabash

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. All our dishes are cooked with Fresh produce, meat and Caribbean herbs and spices.

Our aim is to provide ‘home style cooking’.

Address: 22 Vicarage Lane, Stratford, London E15 4ES Telephone: 0208-503-1664 Open: Mon-Thur 10am-10pm, Fri-10am-11pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12 Noon-8pm

Caribbean Scene Quick

Restaurant and takeaway.

A celebration of Caribbean cuisine and culture. Deliveries via Just Eat, Uber Eats, Hey Menu, Hungry House.

Address: 71E Arcade, Westfield, Stratford City, London E20 1EH Telephone: 0208-555-0066 Website: www.caribbeanscene. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm

Elsha Delight

Inspired by Hellshire Beach. Jamaican restaurant and takeaway.

Deliveries from Hungry House, Just Eat, Deliveroo, Ubereat.

Caters for all events.

Address: 173 Upton Lane, London E7 9PJ Telephone: 0208-471-2791 Email: elshadelight@101.com Website: www.elshadelight. co.uk Open: Mon-Thur 10am-11pm, Fri-Sat 10am til late Sun 12 Noon – 10pm

Exceline Pan African Cuisine

Everything you could ever want in east and southern African cuisine.

We cater to commercial and personal demands.

Address: 527-529 High Road, Leytonstone, London E18 2QP Telephone: 0207-998-1700/ 07961-343-705 Open: Tue-Thur 5pm-10pm, Fri 4pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 2pm11pm

Jerk and Juice

Celebrity Chef Gary Tomlin offers the finest Caribbean food which includes creative vegan dishes prepared with love and passion.

Address: 268 High Road, Leytonstone, London E11 3HS Telephone: 0208-555-5909 Email: jerkandjuicecatering@ gmail.com Website: www.jerkandjuice.com Open: Mon – Sat 10am -10pm

KAFE 1788 Ltd

Haitian Coffee Shop. Brunch and lunch menus include Paninis and cakes plus wide variety of fresh fruit. Call to check monthly special events Pop Up Restaurant, Live Music, Film night etc.

Instagram, Facebook page and Twitter.

Address: 4 Vesey Path, London E14 6BT Telephone: 0207-5157719/07872-107733 Email: Richard@kafe1788.com Website: www.kafe1788.com Open: Mon-Sun 8am-5.30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm

Levi Roots Caribbean Smokehouse

“Put some music in your food!”.

Lowdahmercy! We aim to serve the best Jerk Chicken in the world. Remember, it’s not a restaurant, it’s a ‘Rastaurant’.

Address: 103 The Street, Westfield, Montfichet Road, Stratford City, London E20 1EJ Telephone: 0203-841-6897 Email: stratford@caribbeansmokehouse.com

Website: www.caribbeansmokehouse.com Open: Mon-Thur & Sun 12 Noon-10pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon11pm

Rhythm Kitchen

“Rhythm Kitchen brings fun, tasty and healthy Caribbean Jerk cooking to the families of East London and Essex. “ Facebook and Twitter.

Address: World Food Court, First Floor, 206, The Balcony, Westfield, Stratford, London, E20 1ES Telephone: 0208-555-8275 Website: www.rhythmkitchen. co.uk Open: Mon-Wed 11am-9pm, Thur-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 12 Noon-6pm

Squires Café & African Restaurant

“Squires is the best African Restaurant in London , we serve West African homestyle food…

We cook all our food with LOVE.” Address: 6 Beckton Road, Canning Town, London E16 1EW Telephone: 0207-476-5591 Website: www.squiresuk.com Open: Everyday 11am-Midnight

Theatre Royal Workshop Bar

Caribbean restaurant. We have a wide ranging Carribean menu but also serve lighter bites such as burgers and omelettes as well as tea and coffee. Our huge bar is stocked with an eclectic range of drinks.

Address: Theatre Royal Stratford East, London E15 1BN Telephone: 0208-279-1163 Open: Mon-Thur 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-Midnight, Sun 12 Noon-11pm

NORTH LONDON 805 Restaurant

Family run 805 is a stylish, con-

temporary restaurant, serving a modern West African menu with dishes that taste as good as they look.

Address: 60 Vivian Avenue, Hendon Central, London NW4 3XH Telephone: 0208-202-9449 Email: info@805restaurants.com Website: www.805restaurants. com Open: Everyday 1pm-11pm

Addis Restaurant and Bar

To taste real Ethiopian food this is the place to be. Unlike other Ethiopian restaurants our Dulet is always available and freshly cooked.

Address: 40-42 Caledonian Road, London N1 9DT Telephone: 0207-278-0679 Email: info@addisrestaurant. co.uk Website: www.addisrestaurant. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon-Midnight, Sun 11am-11pm

Brown Eagle Caribbean Restaurant (1) Restaurant and takeaway. We consistently work hard to produce the highest quality food on a daily basis.

Address: 741 High Road, Tottenham, London N17 8AG Telephone: 0208-3659905 Open: Mon-Wed 12 Noon-10pm, Thurs 12 Noon-11pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-11.30pm, Sun 2pm-10pm

Brown Eagle Caribbean Restaurant (2) Restaurant and takeaway. We consistently work hard to produce the highest quality food on a daily basis.

Address: 234 High Road, Wood Green, London N22 8HH Telephone: 0208-889-8042 Open: Mon-Tue 12 Noon-10pm, Wed-Thurs 12 Noon-11pm,

Fri-Sat 12 Noon-11.30pm, Sun 1pm-9pm

Panda Berry Caribbean Restaurant & Jerk Centre

2 Nether Street, North Finchley London N12 0EL www.pandaberry.co.uk Telephone: 0203 441 5089 Email: info@Pandaberry.co.uk

Brown Eagle Caribbean Restaurant (3) Restaurant and takeaway. We consistently work hard to produce the highest quality food on a daily basis.

Address: 586 Hertford Road, Enfield, EN3 5SX Telephone: 0208-443-0259 Open: Mon-Wed 12 Noon-10pm, Thurs 12 Noon-11pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-11.30pm, Sun 1pm-9pm

Intimate Island Inn

Authentic Jamaican Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge 85 Ballards Lane, N3 1XT 0208 343 0566 www.intimateislandinn.co.uk intimateislandinn@gmail.com

Caribbean Delight

Caribbean Takeaway. Authentic food with Peanut punch and other drinks available.

Address: 124 Camden Road, Camden Town London NW1 9EE Telephone: 0207-485-7688 Open: Everyday 11 am – 10.30 pm

Enish Restaurant

Upscale Nigerian restaurant located in Finchley Road with a branch in Lewisham. We promise to bring back the food the way you like it.

We also cater for all occasions.

Address: 299 Finchley Road, London NW3 6DT

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Telephone: 0207 879 8399 Email: contact@enish.co.uk Website: www.enish.co.uk Open: Everyday 1pm-12.30am

Ma Petite Jamaica

Bare-bones restaurant where diners choose their fish, cooking method, sauces and accompaniments.

Address: 4 Inverness St, Camden Town, London NW1 7HJ Opening Hours: Mon – Sun 12pm – 12.30am Phone: 020 7482 2977 Reservations: opentable.co.uk, quandoo.co.uk

Maroon Spice

Fusion of Caribbean English European recipes. We also serve canapes, bowl food, buffets and barbecues for alfresco dining.

Address: Dephna House, 14 Cumberland Avenue, Park Royal, London NW10 7QL Telephone: 0208-453-3316 Email: catering@maroonspice. com Website: www.maroonspice. com Open: Everyday 9am – 9pm

Milk Sheikh

Opened in Dubai and now in London. Delicious milkshakes and snacks for those little treat moments.

Address: Unit 1A Harlesden Plaza, Tavistock Road, London NW10 4NG Telephone: 0203-602-3167 Email: info@milksheikh.co.uk Website: www.milksheikh.co.uk Open: Everyday. 12 Noon – 9pm

Mister Patty

Family business opened in 1972.

Motto: “The Best Patties in London”.

Address: 48 Craven Park Road, Brent Park, London NW10 4AE Telephone: 0208-965-4055 Open: Mon - Thur 11.30am

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- 8pm Fri - Sat 11.30am 9.30pm

Movements Caribbean Takeaway

A long standing takeaway serving a variety of Caribbean cuisine Such as stewee chicken and fried chicken.

Address: 132 High Street, London NW10 4SP Telephone: 0208-001-2569 Open: Mon-Sat 9.00am-9.00pm

Yard Style

Get your Caribbean food delivered straight to you within the local area. Amazing food ,amazing flavour…Yardstyle Address: 11 station parade, Harrow HA2 8HB Opening Hours: Mon-Sat – 10am – 11pm, Sun: - 2pm – 11pm Phone: 020 3581 6549

Patty King

Makers of authentic flaky pastry Jamaican patties, some say the best tasting patties outside of Jamaica.

Address: 10 Knight’s Hill, West Norwood, London SE27 0HY Opening Hours: Mon – Sat – 10am – 6pm Phone: 020 8670 4704

Flava Caribbean Takeaway

All round good Caribbean food with good caribbean Flava Address: 176B Alexandra Ave, Harrow HA2 9BN Opening Hours: Mon-Sun – 11am – 10pm Phone: 020 8864 8444

Mum’s Caribbean & English Cusine Takeaway

Traditional Caribbean takeaway offer all the delights such as Jerk Chicken, a special 5 cheese macaroni cheese and infamous apple

crumble for dessert.

Address: 108 Harrow Road, London NW10 5NL Telephone: 0208-960-9920 Open: Mon-Sat 9.00am-9.00pm

New Kingston Jamaican Cuisine

We are serving uptown food in downtown London. We are a restaurant that also provides all your catering needs - anything from weddings, christenings and funerals.

Address: 49 Blackbird Hill, Neasden, London NW9 8RS Telephone: 0208-200-8890 / 07940 107 205 Open: Everyday 12 Noon – 10pm

Nickaycia’s

Caribbean restaurant that offers all the delights of the islands including ackee and saltfish, okra and fried fish. Also lunchtime Specials 11am-5pm.

Address: 91 Dudden Hill Road, London NW10 1BD Telephone: 0203-380-1815 Website: www.nickaycias.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 10am-11.00pm, Sun 2pm-11pm

Naija Infusions

Nigerian cuisine. Order online we deliver all over the UK. Restaurant service not in a restaurant setting.

Caters to large numbers.

Address: 48 Scholey House, 3 Ingrave Street, Battersea, London NW10 1BD Telephone: 0203-712 7070/ 07448-261-087 Email: info@naijainfusions.com Website: www.naijainfusions. com Open: Mon-Sat 12pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 6pm-10pm

One Stop Caribbean Restaurant

Established since 1998 this Restaurant and takeaway also offers catering and deliveries.

Address: 17 High Street, Harlesden, London NW10 4NE Telephone: 0208-961-6151 Email: info@onestopcaribbean. com Website: www.onestopcaribbean.com Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 10am-10pm

Peppers and Spice (1)

Authentic Caribbean Cuisine. We use the finest quality ingredients and we refuse to compromise on quality. We provide a friendly and efficient ‘Takeaway service’.

Catering on request.

Address: 40 Balls Pond Road, Dalston, London N1 4AU Telephone: 0207-275-9818 Email: peppersandspice@ btconnect.com Website: www.peppersandspice.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 12 Noon-9pm

Peppers and Spice (2)

Authentic Caribbean Cuisine. We use the finest quality ingredients and we refuse to compromise on quality. We provide a friendly and efficient ‘Takeaway service’.

Catering on request.

Address: 541 High Road, Tottenham, London N17 6SD Telephone: 0208-801-7182 Email: peppersandspice@ btconnect.com Website: www.peppersandspice.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 12 Noon-9pm

Queen of Sheba

Family run Ethiopian bar restaurant and takeaway. Spicy meat,fish and vegetarian dishes.

Warm and friendly service.

Address: 12 Fortess Road London NW5 2EU Telephone: 0207-284-3947 Email: queenofshebalondon@ gmail.com Website: www.thequeenofshe-

ba.co.uk Open: Everyday 5pm-10:30pm

Royal Caribbean Cuisine

Restaurant bar and takeaway.

Specialising in Jamaican cuisine.

Guests can enjoy a Royal Buffet Saturdays and Sundays. Caters for small occasions.

Address: 42-44 Sterling Way, Edmonton, London N18 2XZ Telephone: 0208-245-7777 Email: msmanager@promotioncity.co.uk Website: www.royalcaribbeancuisine.com Open: Tue-Thus 12 Noon-10pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon till late Sun 12pm-9pm

Rudies

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway with a focus on Jamaican cuisine and innovative dishes. Enjoy a vibrant and relaxed atmosphere.

Address: 50 Stoke Newington Road, London N16 7XB Telephone: 0207-249-9930 Email: info@rudieslondon.com Website: www.rudieslondon. com Open: Mon-Thur 6pm -10 pm, Thurs 12 Noon – 10.30 pm Fri-Sat 12 Noon - 11pm, Sun Noon – 9pm

Saapo’s

Reasonably priced takeaway offering everything from breakfast to dinner. Our menu includes tripe and beans, cowfoot, fish tea and mannish water on Fridays.

Address: 60 Craven Park, London NW10 4AE Telephone: 0208-961-3510 Website: www.saaposrestaurant. co.uk Open: 24 hours 7 days a week

Sweet Delight (Too Sweet)

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway owned and run for 6 years

by two brothers who pride themselves on their authentic Jamaican cuisine.

Address: 110 Tottenham High Road London N15 6JR Telephone: 0208-809-1532 Email: islanddelight@live.co.uk Website: www.islanddelighttoosweet.co.uk Open: Mon – Fri 10am-10pm Sat 12 Noon -10pm, Sun 1pm – 9pm

Trinidad Roti Shop

Restaurant and takeaway.

Cater for events.

Address: 27 Craven Park Road, Harlesden, London NW10 8SE Telephone: 0208-838-4800 Website: www.trinidadrotishop. co.uk Open: Mon-Thurs 10am - 10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm Sundays and Bank Holidays closed

Tropics Caribbean Restaurant

Caribbean Takeaway. We deliver straight to your door or desk when you order online at Just Eat. Address: 240A Seven Sisters Road, London N4 2HX Telephone: 0207-263-5714 Email: tropicscaribbean@ yahoo.co.uk Open: Mon-Thur 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 12 Noon-9pm

SOUTH LONDON 127 Bar and Restaurant Full Caribbean restaurant that also serves finger food. We have a full bar. Deliveries available.

Address: 127 Dulwich Road, London SE24 ONG Telephone: 0207-737-5636 Open: Everyday 10am-Midnight

805 Restaurant

Family run 805 is a stylish, contemporary restaurant, serving a modern West African menu with

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Address: 805 Old Kent Road, London SE15 1NX Telephone: 0207-639-0808 Email: info@805restaurants. com Website: www.805restaurants. com Open: Everyday 12 Noon-Midnight

Angels Bakery

African Bakery. Fresh bread, cakes, patties, puff puff baked daily. Caters for all types of parties.

Address: 140 Plumstead High Street, Plumstead, London SE18 1JQ Telephone: 0208-855-7377 Email: angelsbakery140@aol. com Open: Mon-Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 11am-4pm

Atlantic Bakery

All baked products. We sell freshly made sandwiches, Pastries and cakes to take away. Also full Caribbean restaurant. Eat in or takeaway.

Address: 67 Atlantic Road, London SW9 3PU Telephone: 0207-998-8824 Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-6pm

Black & White Cafe

For a great Caribbean dine-in experience or takeaway. We are one of the oldest restaurants in the area. We offer a wide choice of natural juices.

Address: 75 Atlantic Road, London SW9 8PU Telephone: 07707 162 361 Open: Everyday 9am-1am

Blessed West Indian Takeaway

Caribbean full meals to patties, sandwiches, soups. We also have a great variety of natural juices.

Order online via Just Eat. Now have alcohol licence.

Address: 203 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8RZ Telephone: 0207-274-4110 Open: Everyday 9am-2am

Blue Mountain Rock Steady

We serve a great Jamaican breakfast and also full English breakfast plus lunches. New additional vegan menu. Dine indoors or outdoors.

Address: 18 North Cross Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9EU Telephone: 0208-299-6953 Email: bluemountaincafe1993@ live.com Open: Mon-Tue 9am-5pm, WedSat 9am-10pm Sun10am-5pm

Blue Mountain Rum Lounge

Authentic Caribbean menu includes curried goat, jerk chicken and jerk salmon fillet. Vegetarian and Ital meals available.

Order from Just Eat and Deliveroo.

Address: 128 Gypsy Hill, Upper Norwood, London SE19 1PL Telephone: 0208-670-4030 Open: Tue-Sun 5pm-10pm

Chaconia Caribbean Cuisine

Trinidadians takeaway roti specialists. Feature on Trip Advisor as well as Time Out and Facebook.

Address: 26 Deptford High Street Deptford, London SE8 4AF Telephone: 0208-692-8815 Website: www.chaconia.net Open: Tue – Sat 12.30pm – 7.30pm

Cool Breeze

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Traditional recipes but proud to say they make their own patties.

Address: 266 Hither Green Lane, London SE13 3TT Telephone: 0208-697-4050

Email: thecoolbreezecatering@ gmail.com Open: Mon-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 2pm-8pm

Cummin Up

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Gourmet fusion Jamaican and British recipes. Deliveries via Just Eat and Hungry House.

Address: 389 Lewisham High Street, London SE3 6NZ Telephone: 0208-690-9167 Email: cumin.up@virgin.net Website: www.cumminup.co.uk Open: Everyday 10.30 am – 11.00 pm, Sun 12 Noon-10pm

Cummin Up

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Gourmet fusion Jamaican and British recipes. Deliveries via Just Eat and Hungry House.

Address: 265E New Cross Road, London SE13 6AR Telephone: 0208-690-9167 Email: cumin.up@virgin.net Website: www.cumminup.co.uk Open: Everyday 10 am – 11.00 pm, Sun 12 Noon-10pm

Daddy ‘OS Suya Spot Limited

Trailer fast food takeaway serving BBQ, Nigerian and continental menu.

Address: Located outside Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre, London SE1 6TE Telephone: 07538-401-471 Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon 8pm

Delly’s Caribbean Cuisine (1)

Restaurant and takeaway.

Enjoy everything from breakfast to dinner.

Address: 73 Denmark Hill, London SE5 8RS Telephone: 0207-703-8504 Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-10pm

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Delly’s Caribbean Cuisine (2)

Restaurant and takeaway.

Enjoy everything from Breakfast to dinner.

Address: 3 Hannen Road, West Norwood, London SE27 0DT Telephone: 0208-766-7257 Open: Mon-Thur 9am-11pm, Fri-Sat 9am-12am

Enish Restaurant

Upscale Nigerian restaurant located in the heart of Lewisham with a Branch in Finchley Road.

We promise to bring back the food the way you like it.

We also cater for all occasions.

Address: 228 Lewisham High Street, London SE13 6JU Telephone: 0208-318-7527 for reservations Email: contact@enish.co.uk Website: www.enish.co.uk Open: Everyday 1pm-12.30am

Healthy Eaters

We use a low fat cooking technique while maintaining succulent taste, and also serve vegan options.

Address: 17 Electric Avenue, Brixton, London SW9 8UP Telephone: 0207-274-4521 Website: www.healthyeaters. co.uk Open: Everyday 10am-7pm

Jeff the Chef Food Bar

Food truck in the heart of south London specialising in bbq Caribbean cuisine.

Address: Brixton Station Road, Brixton, London SW9 8PA Telephone: 07931-235856 Email: jefferycooper404@ yahoo.com Open: Tues-Sat 10am-6pm except Wed 10am-3pm

Jerk Island

Caribbean takeaway famed for their peanutpunch and fried chicken.

Address: 206 Coldharbour

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Lane, London SW9 8SA Telephone: 0207-733-5611 Website: www.jerkisland.co.uk Open: Everyday 11am-10pm

Jerk Shack

restaurant specialising in Caribbean and African food. Delivery service from Hungry House, Uber Eats and in house delivery.

Address: 34 Roehampton High Street, London SE15 4HJ Telephone: 0208-789-8864 Email: jerkshack@outloook.com Open: Mon-Fri 12 Noon-10pm, Sat-Sun 12 Noon-8pm

Kaieteur Kitchen

fish including lobster and prawns.

Address: 113 Dulwich Road, London SE24 0NG Telephone: 0207-733-1900 Open: Everyday 4pm-11pm

Little Ochie

Caribbean Coffee Shop offering takeaways and snacks.

Address: 117 Southampton Way, London SE5 7EW Telephone: 0207 733 1900 Open: Everyday 4pm 11pm

Nu Spice Caribbean and Vegetarian Restaurant

Delicious Guyanese takeaway from food stall also caters for all occasions.

Address: Outside Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre Telephone: 07949-211868 Open: Tue-Sat 11am-8pm

Traditional Caribbean food with vegetarian options.

Address: 8-9 Coulgate Street, Brockley SE4 2RW Telephone: 0208-692-4136 Open: Mon-Sat 9am- 9.30pm

KataKata

Caribbean takeaway offer traditional Jamaican cuisine. Delivery available.

Address: 11 New Church Road Camberwell, London SE5 7JH Telephone: 0207-701-0518 Website: www.nanasjamrock. co.uk

French Creperie serving delicious vegetarian gallettes (crepes).

Cheese substitute used for vegan.

Sweet crepes available.

Address: 132A Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RS Telephone: 0203-490-1160 Email: ataloo@live.co.uk Open: Everyday 10am-10pm

Labellarifa’s Caribbean Cuisine Mobile Caterer specialising in Jamaican home- cooked food.

Deliveries throughout Greenwich, South London.

Address: Beresford Square, Woolwich London SE18 6AY Telephone: 07932-230736 Email: labellarisa@gmail.com Website: www.rifas.co.uk Open: Tue-Thur 3-9pm Fri-Sat 1-10pm Sun 2-8pm

Little Ochi

Caribbean seafood restaurant and bar. Steamed, fried and baked

Nana’s Jam Rock

The Original Caribbean Spice

Food trailer selling Caribbean takeaways.

Address: Outside Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre SE16 6LW Telephone: 07961-376757 Open: Mon-Sat 10am-8pm

Savannah Caribbean Takeaway

Drum cooked jerk chicken, delicious fresh food.

Home made drinks include Guinness Punch and Ginger Beer. Deliveries via Just Eat and Hungry House.

Address: 14 Clapham High

Street, London SW4 7UT Telephone: 0207-720-9538 Open: Deliveries 6pm-10pm

Open: Sun-Thur 12 Noon-Midnight, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-2.30am

Star Jerk Hut

A family-run restaurant opened in 2004. Authentic Ethiopian, serving traditional Ethiopian food.

Catering for both meat eaters and vegans.

Address: 216-218 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0ED Telephone: 0207-701-8587 Email: tafeswork@gmail.com Website: www.zeretkitchen.com Open: Mon-Wed 5pm-11pm, Thur-Sun 1pm-11pm

A fantastic range of Caribbean and English cuisine. Delivery service offered via Just Eat and Hungry House.

Address: 210 Deptford High Street, London SE8 3NT Telephone: 0203-602-8149 Website: www.starjerkhut.co.uk Open: Every day from 10am-11pm

Tasty Jerk Caribbean Takeaway

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway using natural ingredients.

Curry goat is a bestseller.

Address: Unit 15 Artworks, Elephant Road, London SE1 1AY Telephone: 0207-358-5329 Email: leader11@hotmail.co.uk Open: Everyday 8.00 am 10.30pm, Sat 9.00am - 11.00pm

Ting N Ting

Eclectic range of food from all the islands. Friday night is vinyl and Dominoes. 2013 Award for service to Caribbean Community..

Address: Merton Abbey Mills, The Pavilions, Watermill Way, Wimbledon, London SW19 Telephone: 0203-784-7315 Email: descheznour@aol.com Website: www.tingnting.com Open: Wed 12pm-10pm

Wazobia Restaurant

Wazobia is Nigerian for Welcome and offers a takeaway service.

Come in, sit down and enjoy Nigerian classics cooked to perfection.

Address: 672 Old Kent Road, London SE15 1JF Telephone: 0207-732-5544 Email: richardwazobia@icloud. com Website: www.wazaobiarestaurant.co.uk

Zeret Kitchen

OUTSIDE LONDON BIRMINGHAM African Village Restaurant and Late Bar The African Village promotes the African culture by bringing to the western world the taste of the old continent food and music.

Address: Birchfield Road, Birmingham B20 3JE Telephone: 0121-356-2153 Email: African-villagerestaurant@africanvillage.co.uk Open: Tue-Sun, 1pm-Midnight

Aunt Sally’s Caribbean Takeaway

Exciting and flavoursome caribbean cuisine prepared from our own signature recipes. Delivery via Just Eat. Address: 193 Corporation Street, Birmingham B4 6SE Telephone: 0121-233-0483 Website: www.auntsals.co.uk Open: Mon-Sun 11am-10.30pm

Davis West Indian Bakery

Bakery – old favourites bun, cakes, gizzada, patties.

Meals to takeaway. Eat in facilities.

Address: 76 Soho Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B21 9BN

Telephone: 0121-551-1713 Website: www.davisbakerycaribbean.com Open: Mon-Sat 9.30am-8pm

Deep Caribbean Experience

The Deep Experience Is Birmingham’s premier Caribbean restaurant with high quality food and an all you can eat buffet.

Enjoy a welcoming West Indian atmosphere.

Address: 34 Bristol Street, Birmingham B5 7AA Telephone: 0121-622-3332 Email: info@thedeepexperience.com Website: www.caribbeanrestaurantbirmingham.co.uk Open: Tue-Fri 6.30pm-10pm, Sat 5pm-Midnight, Sun 2pm-7pm

Divine African and Caribbean Restaurant

The best African and Caribbean cuisine. Serves many of the traditional African & Caribbean cuisine. You can order online from our website, Just-eat or Hungry House.

Address: 325 Soho Road, Birmingham B21 9SD Telephone: 0121-439-1140 Website: www.divinebham.com Open: Mon-Sat 1pm-11pm

Mish Mash Caribbean

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Watch your food cooked in “Open Kitchen”. Favourites are steamed fish, pepper prawns, ackee and saltfish. Deliveries available.

Address: 406 Dudley Road, Birmingham B18 4HH Telephone: 0121-4481242 Open: Mon-Thur 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 12 Noon-9pm

Reggae Kitchen

All the usual Jamaican favourites.

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Bestsellers curry mutton, Jerk chicken, fish cooked all kinds of ways.

Address: 508 Bearwood Road, Smethwick, Birmingham B66 4BX Telephone: 0121-679-0063 Open: Mon-Sat 8am-10pm

So Nice Caribbean Takeaway

A truly authentic Caribbean takeaway for lovers of good food.

Catering service also available.

Address: 225 Sandwell Road, Birmingham B21 8PD Telephone: 0121-507-1696 Open: Everyday 6am-9pm

Talk of the Town

Authentic Caribbean cuisine; cooked fresh and displayed so you can see before you buy.

Address: 427 Dudley Road, Birmingham B18 4HB Telephone: 0121-558-5414 Open: Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 12 Noon-Midnight

Tastee Hut

Restaurant and takeaway any Caribbean dish you want.

Address: 32 Holloway Circus, Queensway, Birmingham B1 1EGT Telephone: 0121-643-5222 Open: Mon-Thur 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 9pm-Midnight Sun 12 Noon-8pm

Tru Spice Caribbean Restaurant

Restaurant and takeaway.

Delicious Caribbean food.

Address: 128 Highgate Street, Birmingham B12 0XR Telephone: 0121-446-6001 Open: Mon-Sat 12pm-8pm

Bournemouth Jammin Jerk Hut

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway.

Bestseller jerk chicken

and curry goat. Vegetarian

options.

Address: 579 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH1 4AN Telephone: 01202-929850 Open: Tue-Thur 12 Noon-9pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-10pm

Brighton Back A Yard

Authentic Caribbean Jerkshack.

Food is steamed on coal and pimento wood. Unwind as you listen to beautiful reggae beats.

Address: 187b Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LD Telephone: 01273-933110 Email: backayard888@gmail. com Open: Mon and Wed 12Noon9:30pm, Thur 12Noon-10pm Fri-Sat 12Noon-10:30pm, Sun 12 Noon-9.30pm

Blue Man Café

Café Bar. Chef patron inspired by flavours of North Africa.

Own homemade recipes. Daily menu includes classical Merquez lamb sausages, haloumi and tagine.

Address: 8 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3WA Telephone: 01273-726-003 Email: info@bluemanbrighton. com Website: www.bluemountain. com Open: Mon-Thur 9am-1am, Fri-Sat 9.30am-2pm, Sun 9.30am-1pm Fri-Sat 12pm-Midnight, Sun 1pm-9pm

Blue Man Restaurant

North African restaurant featuring specialist Algerian tagines.

Emphasis on fresh produce as experienced from fish and salad dishes.

See Facebook and Twitter pages.

Address: 10 Manchester Street, Kemptown BN2 1TF Telephone: 01273-605-885 Email: info@bluemanrestaurant. com

Website: www.bluemountainrestaurant.com Open: Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm

Cummin Up

Caribbean Takeaway. Gourmet fusion Jamaican and UK. Deliveries via Just Eat, Hungry House and Uber Eats.

Address: 2 Preston Circus, Brighton BN1 4JQ Telephone: 01273-679000 Email: cumin.up@virgin.net Website: www.cumminup.co.uk Open: Everyday 12 Noon – 11.00 pm

Jukes Bar & Kitchen

Caribbean and English dishes.

Jerk is a speciality.

40 covers plus large garden area and licenced bar. Fridays all you can eat buffet to live music.

Address: 244 Portland Road, Hove, BN3 5QT Telephone: 01273-771133 Email: jukes-hove@hotmail.com Website: www.jukeskitchen. co.uk Open: Tues-Fri 11am-3pm and 5pm-11.00pm Sun 12 Noon – 6pm

Bristol Flavour of Jamaica

Jamaican takeaway. Deliveries via Just Eat and Deliveroo.

Also boasts a cocktail list.

Address: 22 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HW Telephone: 0117-953-2113 Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon-4pm and 6-11.00 pm

The Kings Head

Public House serves Caribbean and English fare.

Address: 277-279 Whitehall Road, Bristol BS5 7BH Telephone: 0117-902-5452 Email: thekingsheadbristol@ gmail.com Website: www.thekingsheadbristol.co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 12 Noon –

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2.30pm and 5pm-9.00pm Sat 12 Noon-9.00pm

Cardiff Irie Shack

Traditional Restaurant and takeaway serving Jamaican fare accompanied by entertainment at weekends – come party with us. Private parties catered to.

Address: 66 Jane Street, Cardiff Bay, CE10 5EZ Telephone: 02920-49-20-41 Email: hello@irieshack.com Open: Mon and Wed 6pm11pm, Closed Tue, Thur 5pm-Midnight Fri and Sat 1pm-Midnight, Sun 12 Noon – 10pm

Irie Shack

Bar and Grill. 96 seats. Authentic Caribbean restaurant and takeaway accompanied by entertainment at weekends – Catering to festivals and other private events.

Address: 106-110 Woodville Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF24 4EE Telephone: 02920-373-272 Email: hello@irieshack.com Open: Mon-Wed 5pm-Midnight, Closed Tue, Thur-Sat Noon-Midnight Sun Noon – 11pm

COVENTRY A.G.G African Restaurant and Bar

We promise an intimate and relaxed dining experience that offers something different to local and foreign patrons and ensures you enjoy a memorable food experience every time. Enjoy such delights as Fish pepper soup, egusi soup, Gbegin and Ewedu fish and cow leg all cooked traditionally.

Address: 58 Far Gosford Street, Coventry CV1 5DZ Telephone: 02476-222-201 Website: http://shop.aggsworld. co.uk

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Open: Mon-Thurs Noon-11pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-1am, Sun 2pm11pm

Simmer Down Restaurant

This small family run restaurant provides good traditional home cooked Caribbean food, good times and great service.

Achieved Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.

Address: Rear of 74 Walsgrave Road, Coventry CV2 4ED Telephone: 024-7767-1242 Website: www.simmerdownrestaurant.com Open: Thurs 6pm-10pm Fri-Sat 7pm-10pm (last booking)

CROYDON Delly’s Caribbean Cuisine

Restaurant and takeaway. Enjoy everything from Breakfast to dinner.

Address: 444 Whitehorse Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon CR7 8SB Telephone: 0208-665-6123 Open: Mon-Thur 9am-11pm, Fri-Sat 9am-12am

Jam Rock Restaurant and Bar

Caribbean cuisine.

Catering by appointment.

Address: 9-11 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon CR7 8LH Telephone: 0208-240-1085 Open: Mon-Sat 8am-10pm, Sun10am-8pm

The Kalabash Hut

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Vegetari dishes. Lobster and other seafood cooked to order.

Address: 255 London Road, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 3NH Telephone: 0208-640-8400

Email: booking@kalabash.co.uk Website: www.kalabashhut. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 1pm-10pm

Yahso Bar & Grill

Address: 442 Whitehorse Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon CR7 8SB Telephone: 0203-621-7621 Open: Mon-Sun 1pm – 12 Midnight

Derby Big Taste

Restaurant and takeaway.

Traditional Jamaican food.

Seafood Saturday enjoy fried parrot and snapper.

Address: 65 Normanton Road, Derby DE1 2GH Telephone: 01332-370981/ 0133-236-7111 Email: tracyannmc81@hotmail. com Open: Mon-Sat 9.00am-9.00pm

Dunns River

Longest serving Caribbean restaurant in Derby. All traditional dishes available.

Address: 123-125 Pear Tree Road, Derby, DE23 6QF Telephone: 01332-200882 Website: dunnsriver.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-8pm

Devon Mama Rita’s Kitchen

Afro Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Traditional Jamaican and African cuisine. Supports local businesses. Facebook page with deliveries by Just Eat. Address: 31 Market Avenue, Plymouth, Devon PL1 1PG Telephone: 07939-995510 Email: ritaloveamoah@gmail. com Open: Tue-Wed 11am-7pm Thurs-Sat 11am-9pm

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Monty’s Caribbean Kitchen

Restaurant and takeaway for past 10 years. Traditional Jamaican includes “rasta channa” and pulled pork. The only West Indian restaurant in Barnstaple.

Address: 19 Truly Street, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 1DH Telephone: 01271-372985 Website: www.montycaribbeankitchen@hotmail.co.uk Open: Tues-Sat 11.30am–3pm, 6pm–12pm Thur-Sat and Fri-Sat 11.30am-3pm reopening at 6pm ‘til late

ESSEX Flavour Caribbean

Traditionally Caribbean Takeaway.

Come for your oxtail, jerk chicken, curry goat, rice and peas. We also sell cakes to complete your meal.

Address: 2 Jubilee Parade, St Barnabus Road, Woodford, Essex IG8 7BZ Telephone: 0203-632-9218 Open: Mon-Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 12 Noon-11pm Sun 1pm-9pm

Palm Bay Caribbean

Market Trailer Caribbean Takeaway serving all the favourites from the Caribbean Region. Our menu includes bakes, macaroni cheese, oxtail, curry goat, jerk chicken rice and peas to name just a few of the items. Private catering now available.

Address: Debden Broadway, Loughton, IG8 7BZ Telephone: 07540-329647 Email: info@palmbycaribbean. co.uk Website: www.palmbaycaribbean.co.uk Open: Tue, Thur, Fri and Sat 10am-3pm

Cabin Caribbean Cruise

Restaurant and takeaway. Real Jamaican cooked outside in jerk pan. Also English dishes such roast lamb and steaks. Deliveries.

Address: 7 Reginald Row, Chapeltown, Leeds, LS7 3HP Telephone: 0113-262-0336 Email: cabintakeway@hotmail. com Open: Mon Wed Thur 12 Noon-10.30pm Fri-Sat 12 Noon—11pm, Sun 12 Noon-10pm

Dutch Pot Leeds Ltd

Takeaway. Foods sourced from the Caribbean directly in an effort to support Jamaican farmers.

Focus on helping local community with jobs and business. From hominy porridge to liver and kidneys. Also catering service.

Address: 160 Chapeltown Road, Leeds LS7 4EE Telephone: 0113-262-7280 Email: dutchpotleeds@btinternet.com Open: Mon-Thur 9am10:30pm, Fri-Sat 9am-Midnight, Sun 10am-10:30pm

Maureen’s Caribbean

Restaurant and takeaway. Enjoy stewed chicken, curry goat and more. Check out on Facebook and Twitter.

Address: 105 Roundhay Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS8 5AJ Telephone: 0113-240-6006 Email: mobettafoods@hotmail. com Website: www.maureenscaribbeantakeway.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 9.30 am-10pm

LEICESTER D’Bess

Caribbean Catering Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Healthy

fresh food. Specials Thursday to Saturday.

Address: 5A Yeoman Street, Leicester, LE1 1UT Telephone: 0116-242-5515 Open: Mon-Sat 11am-9pm

Munroes Munchbox

Caribbean café and takeaway.

Deliveries available.

Address: 290 Gypsy Lane, Leicester, LE4 9BX Telephone: 0116-266-7639 Email: munroesmunchbox@ gmail.com Open: Mon-Thur 10.30am 2pm and 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 10.30am-10pm

LIVERPOOL Africa 9jA Restaurant

African cuisine including from Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Kenya. Caters for parties and will prepare any African dish.

Address: 135 Prescott Road, Fairfield, Liverpool L7 0LB Telephone: 0151-263-0985 Open: Tue-Sun 2pm – the last guest leaves!

Raggas

Restaurant and takeaway. 3 sites.

Family originate from Lucea, Jamaica.Longest purveyors of Caribbean food in Merseyside.

Raggas serves up good, original & fresh Caribbean cuisine, with their own signature twist.

Address: 58 Smithdown Road, Liverpool L7 4JG Telephone: 0151-281-3241 Email: gareth@raggas.co.uk Website: www.raggas.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm

LUTON Moziah’s

Caribbean restaurant bar and grill. Moses has long been a successful chef with his root firmly in Caribbean food. Try his jerk salmon or guava chicken today!

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Address: 2 Liverpool Road, Luton, LU1 1RS Telephone: 01582-723444 Email: linda-arnold@outlook. com Website: www.moziah’s.co.uk Open: Tue-Thur 12 Noon-10pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-11pm, Closed Sun-Mon

ZambeZi Foods

Zambezi Foods is a leading household name for Southern African soul food, beverages and memorabilia. Through consistently valuing our customers needs and demands we are now supplying several shops across the UK and Ireland.

Address: 193 Camford Way, Luton LU3 3AN Telephone: 01582-564-333 Email: sales@zambezifoods. com Website: www.zambesifoods. com Open: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm

MANCHESTER A & D Caribbean

Traditional menu. Dishes include oxtail, curry goat, brown stew chicken. Traditional cakes and custard. Natural carrot juice and fruit punch. Seating available. Deliveries to Old Trafford, Fallowfield, Moss Side and Levenshulme.

Address: 388 Claremont Road, Moss Side M14 7WB Telephone: 0161-248-4420 Open: Mon-Sat 9:30am-10pm, Sun 12 Noon-9pm

The Beech Hut

Caribbean Vegan. Adaptation of traditional foods from across the Caribbean to create authentic vegan delights using sustainable and cruelty free ingredients.

Look forward to special Jerk Jackfruit and Ital Curry as well as Peanut Butter Brownies.

Address: 2nd Floor, Afflecks Palace, 52 Church Street,

Manchester M4 1PW Telephone: 0161-684-1028 Website: http://thebeachcaribbeanvegan.co.uk Instagram: @veganbeach Open: Mon-Sat 10:30am-6pm

Email: caribbeanflavas@yahoo. com Website: www.caribbeanflavas. co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 12 Noon - 12pm, Sat 1pm-10pm, Sun 3pm-9pm

Dougy’s Caribbean Takeaway

Caribbean Sunrise

Traditional Caribbean Food.

Alongside the staples we have an extensive menu which caters to vegans. Patties are made on site.

Speciality dish is jerk chicken fried rice. Fusion Sunday roast selection of meats and chicken served with Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding and Stuffing.

Address: 180 Great Western Street, Rusholme/Moss Side Manchester M14 4LH Telephone: 0161-312-8836 Website: www.dougiescaribbeantakeaway.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am – 9pm, Sun 12 Noon – 6pm

Dougy’s Uptown

Sister restaurant to Dougy’s Caribbean Takeway offering traditional Caribbean food. Alongside the staples we have an extensive menu which caters to vegans.

Patties are made on site. Speciality dish is jerk chicken fried rice.

Fusion Sunday roast served with Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding and Stuffing.

Address: 51 Manchester Road, Chorlton-cum-Hardy Manchester M21 9PW Telephone: 0161-312-8836 Website: www.dougiescaribbeantakeaway.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am – 9pm, Sun 12 Noon – 6pm

Caribbean Flavas

2 Takeaway shops. Enjoy jerk pasta, rasta pasta as well as pepper steak, oxtail and chicken.

On Just Eat. Address: 187 Chapel Street, Salford, Manchester M3 5EQ Telephone: 0161-833-9155

Traditional food included curry mutton, brown stew chicken lamb chops, cod and prawns, Veggie Delight and jerk wings.

Address: 120 Broughton Lane Salford M7 1UF Telephone: 0161-792-0353 Open: Mon-Sat 11:30am–9pm, Sun 12 Noon-7pm

Chicken Run

Traditional Caribbean Restaurant whose menu includes the popular Macaroni Cheese. Renowed for our chicken split a long baked dough filled with an abundance of chicken. Variety of delicious desserts.

Address: 6 Yarburgh Street, Moss Side, M16 7FJ Telephone: 0161-226-6714 Open: Mon-Sat 12:30pm-10pm

The Drop

Fusion Caribbean, African, Amerindian, Arab, East Indian and European. Typical dishes Jerk chicken or vegetable curry served with slaw three ways and coconut rice. Unusual Array of desserts includes chocolate festival with ganache.

Address: 356 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester Telephone: 0161-286-3317 Website: http://thedropbarcafe. co.uk Open: Mon-5pm-Midnight, TueSun Sat 12 Noon – 12 Midnight

Eat & Sweet (1)

Real Jamaican Street Food which includes curry goat, jerk chicken, ackee and saltfish and such delights as a vegetarian mix of red bean and broccoli, jerk chicken patties and wraps.

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Address: The Ridelow Outlet, 27-29 Church Street Northern Quarter, M4 1PE Telephone: 0161-637-5650 Email: info@eatandsweet.co.uk Open: Mon-Thur 12 Noon-8pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-9pm

Eat & Sweet (2)

Real Jamaican Street Food which includes curry goat, jerk chicken, ackee and saltfish and such delights as a vegetarian mix of red bean and broccoli, jerk chicken patties and wraps.

Address: The Hatch, Circle Square Oxford Road, M1 7ED Telephone: 0161-637-5650 Email: info@eatandsweet.co.uk Open: Wed-Sat 12 Noon-7pm, Sun 12 Noon-6pm

GG’s Caribbean Takeaway

Traditional menu. Also serves a range of cakes. Seating area to dine in. Delivery between 2-10pm within 3 mile radius.

Address: 4 Broadway, New Moston M40 3LN Telephone: 0161-684-1028 Website: www.ggscaribbeantakeaway.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 2pm-10pm

Habesha Restaurant

The only Ethiopian Restaurant and takeaway in Manchester. Providing delicious East African food such as Yebeg Wot and Doro Wot. Ethiopian beers and wines.

Address: 9-31 Sackville Street, Manchester M1 3L7 Telephone: 0161-228-7396 Website: www.habesha.co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 1pm-11pm, Sun 2pm-11pm

Jerk Junction

Caribbean jerk chicken, steamed fish, lamb chops, fried and

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steamed fish in a varied menu.

Caters for every occasion.

Delivery within 2 mile radius.

Address: 170 Manchester Road, Chorton-cum-Hardy M16 0DZ Telephone: 0161-881-6635 Email: www.jerkjunctiononline. co.uk Open: Sun-Thur 11:30am10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm

Jerk Shack Cafe

Caribbean classics jerk chicken, oxtail and peppered steak. Twists to the menu include sweet potato and coconut cream soup, sweet and sour mango, tamarind breadfruit and lentil curry.

Address: 12 Church Street, Manchester M4 1AH Email: jerkonchurchst@gmail. com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ jerkshacknq Instagram: www.instagram.com/ jershackng Open: Mon-Fri 11am -8pm, Sat 12 Noon-8pm, Sunday 12 Noon-6pm

Jerk N Juicey

Caribbean Restaurant and takeaway focusing on healthy food preparation. No oil used.

Ghanaian and Nigerian dishes such as Nkontonere stew, Jollof rice and Puffs Puffs.

Address: 61 Reddish Lane, Gorton/Stockport, M18 7JH Telephone: 07474-449001 Email: jerknjuicey@gmail.com Website: www.jerknjuicey.co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm

Just Jerk

Restaurant and takeaway. In business for 5 years. Speciality dishes jerk chicken and lamb.

Address: 305 Great Western Street, Manchester M14 4BZ Telephone: 0161-248-6677 Email: just jerkmanchester@ gmail.com Website: www.justjerkmanches-

ter.biz Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon - 10pm

Lisa’s Caribbean Takeaway

Dishes include all that is to be expected curry goat, oxtail, salmon splits. Serve a wide range of fresh prepared drinks. Delivery within 3 mile radius.

Address: 15a Bury New Road, Prestwich M25 9JZ Telephone: 0171-773-1717 Open: Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 1pm-9pm

M & M Caribbean Spice

Caribbean Cafe and takeaway “Our taste is more’ish”. Speciality dishes: Escovitched fried Red fish and spicey boneless fish fillet with callaloo.

Address: 127 Stamford Street Old Trafford M16 9LT Telephone: 0161-226-6067 Email: sales@mandmscaribbeanspice.co.uk Website: www.mandmscaribbeanspice.co.uk Open: Wed – Fri 12 Noon -10pm, Sat 1pm – 10pm, Sun 1pm – 8pm

McFresh

Takeaway and Bakery serving up the full Caribbean menu and home made patties. Freshly made drinks include Sour Sop, Guinness, pineapple and Magnum Punch. Delivery within 3 mile radius.

Address 1: 136-138 Claremont Road, Moss Side M14 4RT Telephone: 0161-227-9939 Open: Mon-Sun 9am- 10pm Reheboth Caribbean Food Jamaican takeaway. The place for great tasting food served with God’s Blessings.

Address 2: 227 Moston Lane, Manchester M9 4HE Telephone: 0161-205-2244

Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon-9pm

Merhaba Ethiopian Restaurant

Part of a nationwide chain seated restaurant, it lists unusual dishes including: crispy squid and jerk pit wings. Also wraps, toasties, pudding and cocktails.

Address: 308 Claremont Road, Rusholme M14 4EP Telephone: 0161-312-5722 Open: Everyday 9am-8.30pm

Roots Restaurant and Nightclub

Big on fresh tastes and fragrant spices, leaving your taste buds asking for more. Africa’s well loved dishes, as old as time including Jellof Rice, Tadjine and Boerewors. Largest African Restaurant in the north west.

Variety of seating choices including VIP table and bar lounge.

Address: 518 Hyde Road, Gorton, Manchester M18 7AA Telephone: 0161-478-8135 Website: www.rootsrestaurants. co.uk Open: Sun-Thur 2pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 2pm-4am

Roy’s Original Sweetdish

Traditional caribbean food includes curry goat, ackee and saltfish, oxtail, pepper steak.

We stock a large variety of fresh soups and desserts.

Address: 4 Hulme Market Hall Hulme High Street, Manchester M15 5JT Telephone: 07950-302-438 Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon6:30pm

Shabba and Eddie Reggae Grill

As well as old favourites curry goat, ackee and saltfish and oxtail Enjoy lobster, crab and prawns on Seafood Friday. Finish off with rum and fruit cake. Delivery within

3 mile radius.

Address: 703 Stockport Road Longsight M12 4QM Telephone: 0161-249-0522 Open: Mon-Sat 11am-9pm

Soul Vibrations

Unique Concept Vegan Fridays delivers to M1, M2, M3,M 4, M11, M12, M13, M14, M15, M16, M18, M20. Personal pop up service delivering 100% delicious plant based vegan meals to your door.

Menu regularly changes but typical vegan dish Lasagne with Spelt Pasta Sheets topped with almond cheese and tahini sauce. Meals delivered with super smoothie.

Cost: £12.

Telephone: 07983-551-618 Email: soulvibrationsuk@gmail. com Pre Order: via paypal.me/ naidavina/10 Open: Fri 12:30pm-2:30pm

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Yeah Man Caribbean

Caribbean takeaway. Dishes include curry goat, curry chicken, oxtail and ackee and saltfish. Delivery within 3 mile radius 5-11pm.

Address: 63 Norway Streeet Stretford, M32 0JN Telephone: 0161-864-3259 Website: www.yeahmancaribbean.co.uk Open: Tue-Sat 11am-11 pm, Sun 1pm-9pm

Ya Koyo Spot

Traditional Nigerian menu which includes egusi, pounded yam, jollof rice, Akari, Ogi, fried chicken and fried fish. Breakfast also catered.

Address: 55 Kenyon Lane, Moston, M40 9JG Telephone: 07405-288-543 Open: Mon-Sat 12 Noon-10pm

MIDDLESEX

Part of nationwide chain seated restaurant lists unusual dishes including crispy squid and jerk pit wings. Also wraps, toasties, pudding and cocktails.

Address: 33-35 Oxford Street M1 4BH Telephone: 0161-236-4101 Email: manchester@turtlebay. co.uk Open: Sun-Wed 11:30am - 11:30pmThur 11:30 am12:30am Fri-Sat 11:30am01:30am

Brown Eagle Caribbean Restaurant

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The Early Bird

Part of nationwide chain seated restaurant lists unusual dishes including crispy squid and jerk pit wings. Also wraps, toasties, pudding and cocktails.

Address: 46-50 Oldham Street, Northern Quarter, M4 1LE Telephone: 0161-236-4101 Email: manchester@turtlebay. co.uk Open: Sun-Wed 11:30 am-11:30pm,Thur 11:30 am-12:30am Fri-Sat 11:30am-

Restaurant and takeaway.

Cooking good Caribbean food is our passion and we consistently work hard to produce the highest quality food on a daily basis.

Address: 586 Hertfield Road, Enfield EN3 5SX Telephone: 0208-443-0259 Open: Mon-Thur 12 Noon11pm, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-11.30pm Sun 1pm-9pm

Brainchild of city girl Christine Coke and situated in the heart of Wembley. The Early Bird is a place of quality food. English and Caribbean menu available.

Caters for all corporate events.

Address: 109 Raglan Court, Empire Way, Wembley HA9 0RG Telephone: 0208-902-4154 Email: info@the-early-bird.co.uk Website: www.the-early-bird. co.uk

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Open: Mon-Fri 7.30am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm

Flava Caribbean Takeaway

Enjoy a wide variety of delicious Caribbean, halal dishes ready to be delivered to you with Just Eat and Hungry House.

Address: 176B Alexandra Avenue, Harrow, Middlesex HA2 9BN Telephone: 0208-864-8444 Website: www.flavatakeaway. com Open: Mon-Tue 11am-Midnight, Wed 1pm – Midnight, Thur-Sun 11am-Midnight

Hot Spice Caribbean Restaurant

Highly rated Caribbean restaurant and takeaway. Also offers catering for functions for up to 700 people.

Address: 456 Wembley High Road, Middlesex HA9 7AY Telephone: 0208-900-9555 Open: Mon-Thur 11am-11pm Fri-Sat 11am-2am.

Mama Cass Nigerian Restaurant

We uphold our traditional heritage and values by serving home cooked meals fast in a clean and friendly environment. Each customer must be given the best possible service. Extensive menu includes soups, pies, and jollof rice.

Address: 194-196 Burnt Oak, Edgeware, HA8 OAS Telephone: 0208-952-4200 Email: info@mamacassuk@ hotmail.co.uk Website: www.mamacassuk. com Open: Mon-Thur 12 Noon-11pm, Fri 12 Noon-2am, Sat-Sun 12pm-11pm

Roy’s Jamaican Cuisine

Caribbean restaurant and takeaway that will ensure you are able to relax and soak up the chilled

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atmosphere provided by the contemporary Jamaican décor and piped reggae music. Sample our special house cocktails and our locally famous rum punch.

Address: 108-110 Pembroke Road, Ruislip, Middlesex HA4 8NW Telephone: 01895-674631 Email: jamaicancuisines@ yahoo.com Website: www.jamaicancuisine. co.uk Open: Everyday 12pm-11pm

mountain coffee.

Address: 1 Harnett Drive, Warren Park, Wolverton Mill, Milton Keynes MK12 5RT Telephone: 01908-226725 Email: j.smith@bluemountainyard.com Website: www.bluemountainyard.com Open: Mon-Sat 10am-3pm, Thurs-Sat 6pm-9pm

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Stumpy’s Caribbean Cuisine

Delicious Caribbean food to eat in or takeaway.

Address: 326 High Road, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 6AZ Telephone: 0208-903-2062 Email: stumpyscuisine@gmail. com Website: www.stumpycuisine. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm

Sunjam Caribbean Takeaway

Restaurant and takeaway serving a diverse community.

Refined dining with the motto, ‘Quality, Variety and Service’.

Option to dine outdoors. Caters for all events.

Address: 215 Windmill Lane, Greenford, Middlesex UB6 9DW Telephone: 0208-578-6979 Email:sunjamcatering@gmail. com Open: Mon-Fri 11am, Sat-Sun 12pm Closes: Sun-Wed 9pm, ThursSat 10pm

Milton Keynes

Blue Mountain Yard Milton Keynes’ number 1 Caribbean Restaurant enjoy our tropical lunches, dinners, cocktails or just stop by for a cup of 100% blue

We do Meals@Home for the Council and the general public as well as fresh food and frozen meals served daily. We also have bespoke catering facilities for all kinds of occasions.

Please call ahead to book or enquire about the menu.

We also have weekly coffee morning and exercise class for the over 50s every Wednesday from 10.30am and Crochet Class from 11am every Thursday.

Address: 31 Hingerhill Road, St Ann’s, Nottingham NG3 4NB Tel: 0115-969-1364 Email: admin@acna.org.uk

Jamaican Ways

Restaurant and takeaway serving Caribbean fusion influenced by the islands and Africa including eight types of rice dishes, Trinidadian lentil fritters, foo foo, yam balls and and vegetarian soup.

Address: 107 Hartley Road, Nottingham NG7 3AQ Telephone: 0115-924-4691 Email: info@jamaicanways. co.uk Website: www.jamaicanways. co.uk Open: Tue-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 12 Noon-5pm

The Marina

Nigerian Restaurant and takeaway. Diners say ‘the Jollof rice is cooked to perfection’, as is the fish stew and chicken hot pepper soup.

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Address: 144 Alfreton Road, Nottingham, NG7 3NS Telephone: 0115-841-3283 Open: Everyday 2pm-11pm

Rice & P’s

Café. Extensive Jamaican menu including fried fish, fried chicken, curried chicken, jerk chicken and pepper steak.

Address: 4 Umson Street, Oldham, OL8 2AN Telephone: 0161-652-7997 Website: www.riceandps.co.uk Open: Tue-Sat 9am – 9pm

OXFORD Taste of Jamaica

A Jamaican takeaway in Oxford.

Why don’t you try our Tan Pon Te Lang or Bigga?

Address: 32 Cowley Road, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 4LD Telephone: 01865-682-394 Website: www.taste-of-jamaica. com Open: Everyday 4pm-10pm Las Iguanas Typically Latin American with Brazilian and Mexican dishes but some jerk dishes too.

Address: 16-20 West Nile Street, Glasgow G1 2PW Telephone: 0141-248-5705 Website: www.iguanas.co.uk Open: Mon-Thur 10am-11pm, Fri 10am-11.30pm, Sat 10am-11.30pm, Sun 10am10.30pm

The Calabash African Restaurant

The Calabash African Restaurant is an African takeaway in Glasgow.

Why don’t you try our Samosa or Samaki Choma or the very popular Nyama Choma?

Our menu covers East, West, South, Central Africa so we have all African dishes.

Address: 57 Union Street,

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Glasgow G1 3RB Telephone: 0141-221-2711 Website: www.thecalabashafricanrestaurant.co.uk Open: Everyday. 12pm-1am

The Rum Shack

Come and get some Jerk chicken, pork and fish hot off the chargrill.

Or try some other Caribbean classics like Curry Goat, Stew Chicken, Macaroni Pie, Doubles and Accra.

Address: 657-659 Polokshaws Road, Glasgow G41 2AB Telephone: 0141-237-4432 Email: info@rumshackglasgow. com Website: www.rumshackglasgow.com Open: Mon-Sun 11am-Midnight, Kitchen 12pm-9.30pm

SHEFFIELD Barry’s Bar

Barry’s Bar is a takeaway and Pub in Sheffield. Why don’t you try our Rekorderlig Cider or Fried Dumpling? Collection only. Order from Just Eat and Groupon.

Address: 96-98 London Road, Sheffield, S2 4LR Telephone: 07788-756-950/ 0114-278-4564 Website: www.barry’sbar.com Open: Mon-Thur & Sun 12 Noon- Midnight, Fri-Sat 12 Noon-5am

Sizzle

Takeaway. Traditional Caribbean menu as well as all day Breakfast and also American menu which includes Texas BBQ Chicken Wrap and Pizza, Address: 149c Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield, S5 6HX Telephone: 0114-327-7734 Email: sizzlerestaurants@gmail. com Website: www.sizzlesheffield. co.uk Open: Tue-Fri 4pm-10pm,

Sat 10am-10pmSun 10am-8pm

Marcia’s Caribbean and English Takeaway

Takeaway. Traditional Jamaican food.

Address: 52 Wicker, Town Centre, Sheffield, S3 8JB Telephone: 0114-276-6144 Open: Mon-Sat Noon-Midnight

UK Mama

Restaurant and takeaway specialsing in African Vegetarian.

Address: 137 Infirmary Road, Sheffield, S6 3BH Telephone: 07886-423785 Email: intro@ukmama.co.uk Website: www.ukmama.co.uk Open: Everyday 11am-11pm

Zanzibar

Restaurant and takeaway. Most regions of Africa covered. Eat Nigeria foo foo, Moroccan lamb tagine as well as specialities from South Africa, and Kenya.

Address: 136 Infirmary Road, Sheffield, S6 3DH Telephone: 07886-423785 Email: intro@ukmama.co.uk Website: www.zanzibarsheffield. co.uk Open: Everyday 11am-11pm

SURREY The Kalabash Hut

Caribbean Restaurant and takeaway. Vegetarian, lobster and other seafood cooked to order.

Address: 255 London Road, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 3NH Telephone: 0208-640-8400 Email: booking@kalabash.co.uk Website: www.kalabashhut. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 1pm-10pm

WALSALL Aunt Sally’s Caribbean Takeaway

Exciting and flavoursome caribbean cuisine prepared from our own signature recipes. Have a Facebook page. Delivery via Just Eat Address: 34 Bridge Street, Walsall, WS1 1HR Telephone: 01922-616-010 Website: www.auntsals.co.uk Open: Mon-Thur & Sun 10am11pm, Fri-Sat 10am-11pm

WOLVERHAMPTON Aunt Sally’s Caribbean Takeaway

Exciting and flavoursome caribbean cuisine prepared from our own signature recipes. Have a Facebook page. Delivery via Just Eat. Address: 8 Broad Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1HP Telephone: 01902-716-606 Website: www.auntsals.co.uk Open: Mon-Thur 11am-11.30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-4am, Sun 11am-10.30pm

WORCESTER The Red Lion Pub and Restaurant

An English country pub serving Caribbean and cuisine. Fresh fish and grills.

Address: Whitley Road, Holt Heath, Worcester WR6 6LX Telephone: 01905-620600 Email: info@redlionholtheath. com Website: www.redlionholtheath. com Open: Mon-Fri 12 Noon-3.00pm and 5.30pm-8.000pm Sun 12 Noon-9pm

African and Carribean Suppliers of Foods and

Services The Black Farmer

Founded by Jamaican Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones - delicious award winning gluten free sausages, burgers, meatballs, cheese, bacon, chicken and egg products, available in the supermarkets.

Address: St Giles on the Heath, Devon PL15 9SL Telephone: 0800-0280-559 Website: www.theblackfarmer. com

Blue Mountain Peak Grocery Store

Through import and our constant supply chain our product range is vast with various tropical fruits to your everyday vegetables, herbs, spices & seasonings to specialist products from back home.

Address: 2A-8 Craven Park Road, Harlesden, London NW10 4AB Telephone: 0203-504-1323 Open: Mon-Sat 7am-6pm Sun 9am-12pm

Cleone Foods Ltd

Cleone Foods produce and distribute Jamaican patties under their registered trademark Island Delight. Duce and distribute Jamaican patties under their address Address: 50 Icknield Street, Hockley, Birmingham B18 5AY Tel: 0121-551-2772 Email: contact@cleone.co.uk

EKY Caterers

Available for all your occasions.

Specialists in Caribbean and English Cuisine. Weddings, Christenings, Funerals and Office Parties.

Address: based in Birmingham Telephone: 0121-328-9781/ 07940-421008 Email: e.k.y caterers@hotmail. co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 9.00am -10pm Sat-Sun: 9-5pm

King’s Caterers

Experienced chefs in English, West Indian, Italian and Chinese Cuisine. Come to King’s for good quality food and efficient service.

Address: based in London Telephone: 07730-402-363 Email: lindao2king@hotmail. co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 9.00 am -5.00pm

NBC Distribution

The Leading Distributors of Jamaican Baked Products in the UK provide high quality, authentic Jamaican products on a wholesale and catering distribution. Our product range varies from spices, seasonings and marinades, to baked goods such as breads, buns, biscuits and much more.

Address: Unit 2 Brookmead Industrial Estate, Croydon CRO 4TS Telephone: 0208-684-7309 Email: www.natbake.com Open: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm

Port Royal Patty

Delicious patties for all occasions.

Wholesale supplier.

Address: 264 Water Road, Wembley, Middlesex HA0 1HX Telephone: 0208-998-1306 Email: info@portroyal.co.uk Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Cakemeistro Ltd

Quality cakes with a difference.

Address: based in London Telephone: 07960-064-391 Email: info@ cakemeistro.com Website: www.cakemeistro.com Open: Mon-Fri 9.00 am -5.00pm

Solly’s African Village

Established in 1992 this is Scotlands’s oldest Afro-Caribbean supermarket. Wholesale, retail, local, international. Products from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago,Cameroon, Uganda, Senegal to name but a few of their overseas

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Address: 381-383 Great Western Road, Glasgow G4 9HY Telephone: 0141-337-1338 Email: sollysafrica@yahoo. co.uk Website: www.sollysafricanvillage.com Open: Everyday. 10am-7pm

Stella’s Groceries & Vegetables

Based in an old pub building this African grocery store stocking all your African and Caribbean foods.

Address: The Bull, Rainham Road South, Dagenham RM10 8AQ Telephone: 0208-593-9455 Open: Mon-Sat 9.00am-8.00pm

Tasty Pastry Trade

Tasty Pastry Trade have been manufacturing the finest Carib-

bean Patties for over 10 years.

We use a traditional and secret recipe developed in Jamaica and perfected in England.

Address: Unit 38-40, Birmingham B18 4QF Telephone: 0121-507-1717 Website: www.tasty-pastry.co.uk Open: Mon-Wed 9am-3pm Thur-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 10am1.30pm

The Tereza Joanne – Luxury Floating Venue (Venue Hire)

For your unique occasions. Enjoy spectacular views of London.

Licenced for civil wedding ceremonies. Late licence for bar and entertaining. Brunches and Barbeque. Fully air conditioned.

Address: King George V Dock, Woolwich, London E16 2QY Telephone: 0207-511-5000 -

Call for hire details Email: info@tereza-joanne.com Website: www.tereza-joanne. com Open: Tue-Sun 10.30am onwards

Tropical Foods Ltd

Supermarket. At Tropical Foods Ltd we have great deals on a wide range of African, Asian and Caribbean foods.

Address: Tropical House, 7 Stafford Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B21 9DT Telephone: 0121-554-4343 Email: info@tropical-foods. co.uk Website: www.tropical-foods. co.uk Open: Mon-Sat 8.30am-6pm, Closed Sundays

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