Elevate Your Celebration with Delectable Themed Menus

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Throwing a party? Then it’s time to elevate your celebration with delectable themed menus designed to tantalize taste buds and fit any occasion! Whether you're planning a tropical getaway with a luau or a thrilling whodunit with a murder mystery night, here is the perfect menu to set the mood.

A Taste of Paradise: Luau Party Menu

Transport your guests to the beautiful Hawaiian shores with this vibrant luau feast:

• Main Course (choose one):
  • Island Jerk Chicken: Succulent, boneless chicken marinated in jerk blend, grilled to perfection, and served with a side of pineapple salsa. This pairs well with Ounje Alabeke’s signature jollof and fried rice.
  • Seared Ahi Tuna: Pan-seared ahi tuna steak drizzled with a zesty mango glaze, accompanied by coconut rice and a side of crisp green beans.
• Sides:
  • Plantain Paradise: Sweet, fried plantains drizzled with a touch of honey.
  • Tropical Coleslaw: A refreshing blend of shredded cabbage, carrots, and pineapple with a hint of coconut.
• Beverages:
  • Hibiscus Iced Tea: A vibrant and flavorful iced tea made from hibiscus flowers.
  • Tropical Fruit Punch: A refreshing blend of pineapple, orange, and mango juices.

Lights, Camera, Action! Murder Mystery Party Menu

Unmask the culprit while indulging in a delectable menu that's equal parts suspenseful and satisfying.

• Appetizers:
  • Puff Puff Platter: Golden brown puffs drizzled with powdered sugar, a delightful Nigerian finger food.
  • Assorted Meat Pies and Fish Rolls: Savory pastries filled with your choice of seasoned meat or flaky fish.
• Main Course (choose one):
  • Efo Riro Enigma: A rich Nigerian stew made with leafy vegetables, meat, and shrimp, perfect for the adventurous palate. It pairs well with fufu.
  • Ayamase (spicy or mild): A flavorful Nigerian stew prepared with green peppers, bleached palm oil, assorted meat, and boiled eggs. It pairs well with ofada rice, which is a native rice or plain boiled rice.
• Accompaniment to the Main Dish:
  • Moi Moi Magic Squares: Steamed bean pudding cut into bite-sized squares, a delightful Nigerian treat.
• Beverages:
  • Chapman Cocktail (non-alcoholic): A refreshing blend of orange juice, blackcurrant drink, and sprite.
  • Selection of Bottled Sodas and Juices

These are just a few examples of how Ounje Alabeke can elevate your celebration with delectable themed menus! Don't see a theme that strikes your fancy? No worries! We can work with you to create a menu that perfectly complements your chosen theme or occasion.

Our extensive menu boasts a variety of Nigerian favorites like Efo Elegusi, Ogbono Soup, and Asaro (yam pottage made with African yam and blended peppers and tomatoes). Others include Okro, Abula (amala, with gbegiri, ewedu, and assorted beef stew), Abeke rice (a native rice made with peppers, locust beans (iru), and palm oil), and assorted meat, ponmo, and shrimp), and of course, our signature Jollof Rice and Ewa Agonyin.

Planning a larger party? We can create family-style platters or buffet options to ensure everyone has their fill. Let us handle the food, so you can focus on creating unforgettable memories with your guests.

Contact Ounje Alabeke today if you are in the Newark, New Jersey area to discuss how you can elevate your celebration with delectable themed menus!