A West African Feast at Waitrose
Past Event

Join Lerato Umah-Shaylor of Lerato Foods for a unique African inspired Supper Club with WeFiFo at Waitrose in Haywards Heath.
This feast is inspired by Lerato's childhood on the continent and her love for vibrant African flavours, using the best of African and British produce from Waitrose.
You will be seated with fellow diners. Doors open at 18:00, first course served at 18:30.
Your feast includes all listed below, with a choice of lamb or aubergine for the main course. Please email lerato@leratofoods.com to specify vegan or vegetarian request or for any questions about the menu.
NIBBLES & STARTER
Patates Douces
w/ black eyed bean puree, inspired by her childhood favourite of sweet potatoes sold on the streets of Francophone Republique du Benin (vg)
Lerato's Summer Strawberry & Tomato Salad - With Chicory & Scotch Bonnet Balsamic Glaze
An unusual and refreshing salad with a teasing heat (vg)
MAIN COURSE
Choice of;
Lerato's Yassa d'agneau with Green Beans
Slow cooked leg of lamb with vibrant flavours of African spices, French mustard, sweet caramelized onions & tangy lemons in this Senegalese inspired dish.
or
Aubergine Yassa - roasted aubergines in sweet, spicy and tangy Yassa glaze serve with more Yassa sauce and steamed green beans (vg)
SERVED WITH
Smoked Jollof Rice
A rich West African one pot cooked in tomatoes, peppers and wondrous spices. A dish that evokes the spirit of togetherness and sharing as part of African culture. A popular sharing plate at the table. (vg)
Kale Stew with Roasted Chillies & Crushed Pumpkin Seeds
An aromatic and warming stew to tuck into, inspired by West African Egusi (vg)
SWEET
Banana 'Akara'
Spiced Banana Fritters w/ Madagascan Vanilla Ice Cream, Spiced Chocolate Sauce (West African Fairtrade) & Freeze Dried Raspberries (v)
Please note that the menu may contain Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, Lupin, Sulphur Dioxide.
Time & Date
6:00pm Wed 3rd Jul 2019
Number of guests
10-25 guests
Event type
Paid
Other Info No Food Rules have been set. House Rules Offers disabled access Is singles friendly
Welcomes men only
Welcomes women only
Has parking available
Is near public transport
Drinks etc Alcohol served Welcome drink served
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Chris Rayner
October 4, 2019
Fabulous cooking and a lovely person made for a very convivial evening. Highly recommended.
Chris Rayner
October 4, 2019
Fabulous cooking and a lovely person made for a very convivial evening. Highly recommended.
Steve Rayner
October 4, 2019
Lerato made sure everyone enjoyed the event and interacted with us all. Food was superb and Waitrose wine pairing was spot on.
Steve Rayner
October 4, 2019
Lerato made sure everyone enjoyed the event and interacted with us all. Food was superb and Waitrose wine pairing was spot on.
Steve Rayner
October 4, 2019
Bubbly, friendly and welcoming. She loves her food and does everything possible to make sure we enjoy it even more.
Steve Rayner
October 4, 2019
Bubbly, friendly and welcoming. She loves her food and does everything possible to make sure we enjoy it even more.
Antony Brace
August 2, 2019
Lovely host, very engaging. Super tasty food. Good venue and staff.
Antony Brace
August 2, 2019
Lovely host, very engaging. Super tasty food. Good venue and staff.
Pam Hobbs
July 4, 2019
It was delightful. Our host was very sweet and charming, and made an effort to make sure we were all happy. The food as delicious, and so well thought out.
Pam Hobbs
July 4, 2019
It was delightful. Our host was very sweet and charming, and made an effort to make sure we were all happy. The food as delicious, and so well thought out.
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