Holiday Menu
Our Holiday Menu
Authentic African & Caribbean flavors crafted for your celebration. All dishes prepared fresh in standard catering pans — order online for pickup.
Book CateringThanksgiving Pickup — Order by Nov 20
Pickup: November 23–25 · 1 pm – 5 pm
2375 Elvans Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020 — Thanksgiving orders must be placed by Thursday, November 20. We'll confirm your pickup time after checkout.
Holiday Packages
Complete Thanksgiving packages serving your whole table
American Thanksgiving Package
A full traditional spread with all the classics — turkey, sides, and more.
African Thanksgiving Package
A diaspora-inspired feast featuring jollof rice, stews, and West African sides.
Diaspora Mains & Proteins
Hearty centerpiece dishes served in catering pans
Pepper Chicken
Tender chicken simmered in a bold West African peanut and pepper marinade and smoked to perfection.
Roast Meat
Slow-roasted meat seasoned in a peanut and pepper marinade,, rich with smoky depth, onions and peppers, kebobs.
Smoked Jerk Wings
Jamaican-spiced wings smoked low and slow for maximum flavor.
Curry Chicken or Goat
Classic Caribbean curry chicken or goat, slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender in a flavorful curry stew.
Escovitch Fish
Whole fried fish topped with pickled vegetables in a tangy escovitch sauce.
Oxtail Stew
Melt-in-your-mouth oxtail braised in a flavorful brown stew gravy with butter beans, herbs and Caribbean seasonings. Served with Rice & Peas.
Cajun Salmon
Bold Cajun-seasoned salmon fillets.
Country Fried Chicken
Crispy Southern-style fried chicken with a golden, seasoned crust.
Fried Fish
Boneless fish fillets seasoned, breaded, and flash-fried to a crispy golden finish.
Meatballs
Juicy, hand-rolled meatballs tossed in your choice of sauce — from classic tomato marinara to jerk, mambo to sweet & spicy. Perfect for parties and platters.
American Sides
Classic holiday sides with a Diaspora Fusion twist
Collard Greens
Southern-style collard greens slow-cooked with smoked meat.
Blackeyed Peas Stew
Hearty black-eyed peas simmered in a savory tomato and spice base.
Mac & Cheese
Creamy baked mac and cheese with a golden crust.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Velvety sweet potato casserole with warm spices and toasted marshmallows.
Green Bean Casserole
Tender green beans baked in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions — a classic holiday table staple.
Habanero Cranberry Sauce
A fiery-sweet cranberry sauce with habanero heat — a holiday table essential.
Rice & Grains
Flavorful rice dishes and grain-based sides
Jollof Rice & Stew
Party jollof rice cooked in a rich tomato-pepper base — a West African staple.
Rice & Peas
Jamaican-style rice cooked with kidney beans and coconut milk.
Southside Henny's Dirty Rice
Southern-style dirty rice with savory seasoned ground beef, and aromatics. Paired with homemade gravy.
Yellow Rice
Fragrant turmeric-spiced rice with a warm golden color and subtle savory flavor.
Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad
Fresh parsley, bulgur wheat, tomato, and mint tossed in lemon and olive oil — a bright, herby classic.
Traditional West African Stews & Greens/Plassas
Traditional African and Caribbean stews and vegetable dishes
Cassava Leaf
A Sierra Leonean classic — slow-cooked cassava leaves in a rich palm oil base.
Krain Krain
Jute leaf stew with fish and spices — a beloved West African comfort dish.
Potato Leaf Stew
Tender potato leaves cooked down with smoked fish and palm oil.
Okra Soup
Silky okra soup with seafood and smoked meats — perfect over rice or fufu.
Red Red
Ghanaian black-eyed pea stew cooked in palm oil with fried plantains.
Caribbean Callaloo Stew
A Caribbean staple of tender callaloo leaves slow-cooked with coconut milk, scotch bonnet, and aromatics.
Small Bites & Desserts
Crowd-pleasing bites and sweet treats
Meat Pies
Flaky pastry pies filled with your choice of protein (beef, curry chicken, lentil, or sweet potato) — a West African party staple.
Puff Puff
Light, airy fried dough balls dusted with powdered sugar.
Fried Plantains
Golden sweet plantains fried to caramelized perfection.
African-Style Fish Balls
Seasoned fish fillets blended with potato, fresh herbs, and spices, hand-rolled and flash-fried to a golden crisp — a beloved West African street snack.
Party Platters
Elegant appetizer platters — each feeds up to 30 guests
Charcuterie Board
Curated selection of cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments.
Bruschetta Platter
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomato, basil, and olive oil.
Crostini Platter
Crispy crostini with a variety of savory toppings.
Mediterranean Falafel Platter
Crispy house-made falafel served with home-fried pita chips, fresh vegetables, creamy hummus, antzatziki sauce — a crowd-pleasing Mediterranean spread.
Beverages
Handcrafted diaspora drinks — available wholesale
Maame Water Ginger Beer
Bold, spicy ginger beer brewed in-house with real ginger root.
Busy Body Bissap
Vibrant hibiscus drink (zobo/bissap) with a tart, floral sweetness.
Hot Hibiscus Apple Cider
A warming seasonal blend of tart hibiscus and sweet apple cider, served hot — the perfect cozy sip for fall and holiday gatherings.
Serving Guide
Pan Size Guide
All dishes are prepared in standard catering pans. Use this guide to choose the right size.
Small Pan
Feeds 8–12 guests — perfect for intimate dinners and small family gatherings
Half Pan
Feeds up to 24 guests — ideal for mid-size celebrations and office events
Full Pan
Feeds 40–45 guests — great for large gatherings, reunions, and corporate events
Ready to Order?
Place your holiday order online for pickup at 2375 Elvans Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020. Thanksgiving orders must be placed by Thursday, November 20.
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