African Food Tasting

Schedule

Sat Aug 22 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

1150 Hilfiker Ln SE | Salem, OR

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Join us for a delicious journey through the flavours of Africa at our African food Tasting Event
About this Event

Welcome to the African Food Tasting event!

Join us for a flavorful journey through the diverse cuisines of Africa. From spicy West African jollof rice to crunchy, sweet drop donuts, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Our event will be held at 1150 Hilfiker Ln SE, Salem, OR, where you can indulge in delicious dishes prepared by talented chefs. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the rich flavors and unique ingredients of African cuisine. Bring your appetite and get ready for a culinary adventure!

From savory stews to spicy grilled meats, African cuisine has something for everyone. Indulge your taste buds in a culinary journey through the continent's rich flavors. Don't miss out on this opportunity to savor traditional dishes and discover new favorites.

You don't need a passport to take your taste buds on a trip to Africa! You can explore the sensational flavors of the motherland right here in Salem, Oregon! Bring your appetite and join Flourish Spices and African Food on Saturday, August 22nd, for an all-you-can-eat African food tasting experience. Whether you are an African food lover or have never tasted African food before, you are invited to indulge in the deliciousness.

The menu highlights some of Africa's most beloved dishes fit for a celebration, such as Jollof Rice, Puff Puff, Zobo, and even Afro-fusion dishes. Purchase your tickets today to secure your spot and save the date in your calendar!

We are exposing Africa's deliciousness to the Oregon community. African food is for everybody! Share this event with fellow foodies, friends, family members, and anybody who loves to eat!



ABOUT FLOURISH

Flourish Spices and African Food by Ola Elkanah is a brand name for all-natural, easy-to-make quality African food mixes, drinks, and sauces. You can find Flourish products on the shelves of local Oregon grocery stores such as Market of Choice, New Seasons Market, and in International and African grocery stores in California, Texas, New Jersey, North Carolina, New York, and more! Flourish Spices and African Food also has a store location in the city of Salem. In addition to Flourish brand products, it carries specialty food items from different African countries and also provides catering services. Visit its website to learn more or follow Flourish on Instagram @flourishspicesandafricanfood



African Food Tasting Menu (scan QRCode for yummy images!):

**Jollof Rice: Rice cooked in an infusion of tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and African spices; Jollof is a West African delicacy and one of Africa's most famous dishes!

**Coconut Rice: Rice cooked in creamy coconut milk with coconut flakes, carrots, sweet corn, shrimp seasoning, ginger, cardamom, and more!

**Fried Rice: A specialty African fried rice full of incredible spices and herbs such as curry, ginger, garlic, thyme, cardamom, and more!

**Brown Rice & Lentils: Wholesome, hearty, and full of flavor; fall in love with this naturally sweet melody of coconut, honey, almonds, raisins, and more!

**Egusi & Fufu: Egusi, or native African watermelon seeds, are blended into a flour and simmered in a stew with smoked fish, meats, and green vegetables; enjoy the delicacy with pounded African yams.

**Moin Moin: African bean flour steamed into a savory cake with fish and boiled eggs hiding inside. Incredible protein-packed goodness in every bite!

**Akara Pancake: Soft, fluffy, and full of protein, these pancakes are made with African bean flour and are vegan-friendly.

**Puff- Puff: Dangerously delicious African donuts. Soft and chewy, sweet and savory, it's hard to enjoy just one! These treats are vegan-friendly.

**Buns: A thick batter made of flour, eggs, milk, and butter is fried to golden perfection. Rich in flavor and delightfully tasty, it’s no wonder that buns are a popular snack in West Africa.

**Ofada Sauce: Incredibly flavorful sauce made with bell peppers, African locust beans, crayfish, paprika, and African spices.

**Hibiscus Tea: A tangy, refreshing, and satisfying cool drink made from hibiscus flower petals. Hibiscus “juice” is enjoyed all over Africa and is called various names such as Zobo, Sobolo, and Bissap.

**Akara burger: Yes, our gluten-free, healthy bean cake will be made into a burger for all our burger lovers. Yes, it's vegetarian.

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1150 Hilfiker Ln SE, 1150 Hilfiker Lane Southeast, Salem, United States

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