Are you tired of having the same-old breakfast? My experience of the Swahili Breakfast at Sarova Stanley was refreshing! Today, we explore 5 reasons why their Swahili Breakfast is a Must Try this Good Friday! ๐
Sarova Stanley has started a new breakfast trend, labeled ‘Swahili Fridays.’ Every Friday, their Thorn Tree Restaurant is transformed into what looks like a small Coastal town, where they serve a Swahili themed menu.
Swahili Breakfast: Yay or YAAY?
Last week, Sarova Stanley invited us over to try out their new Swahili breakfast menu… As we journey through my experience, here are 5 Reasons why I think the Swahili Breakfast would be worth your while! ๐
It’s A Cultural Foodie Trip to the Coast!
If youโve ever been to the Coast, then you know that itโs one of the most interesting parts of Kenya. (And if you havenโt been, here is your chance to get a feel of it!) At the Coast, the culture is still very intact.
For instance, the Swahili spoken in those parts has a musical-like character of its own, while the food is unapologetic in its rich flavors, thick pastes and distinct Swahili names, like ‘Kahawa chungu.’
Sarova has attempted to capture various aspects of this rich culture, not only in the food, but also in the decor and the dressing of their waiting staff…
Sarovaโs Swahili breakfast will take you on a foodie trip to the Coast, without you having to board an 8-hour bus or beat the Easter prices for a flight to Mombasa.
Great Swahili Food= Great Conversations + Connections!
Are you wondering how to meet new people or make business connections? Are you wondering how to break the ice on that first date perhaps? Well, I feel itโs safe to say that Swahili Fridays is the perfect conversation starter.
As you spend time trying to learn what โSamaki wa kupakaโ is, or how to correctly pronounce ‘korosho mramba’, youโll perfectly have broken the ice. Plus it doesn’t hurt that the food is finger-licking good right?
We had the honour of sitting down with fellow bloggers and influencers, while sampling the Swahili menu. At the end of it all, connections were made, a good laugh was had, and our tummies had nothing to complain about! ๐
Swahili Food Variety Is King!
We felt spoilt for choice, which is a great thing for breakfast any day! Sarovaโs Swahili breakfast has an amazing variety with over 20 items to choose from, such as: Mahamri, samosas, wali wa nazi,, mkate mayai, viazi karai, madafu, mhogo wa nazi….and many more!
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WANJIKU THUO
The great thing about having such a wide variety is that if you do not fancy one thing, you are likely to find 4 others that you will totally enjoy! This is what I call value for money.
The Swahili Breakfast costs Kes. 2,500 per person.
Delicious Food Coupled With Great Service!
Letโs be honest, next to good food, the thing that makes one go back to a restaurant is good service right? I am happy to report that we got a nice, healthy dose of both!
I liked how attentive they were, giving suggestions of what to take. They also took their time to explain what the food items were, as well as how they were prepared… It was nice treat to meet the Chef, making our visit a touch more special. ๐
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Nothing Beats the Location: Thorn Tree Restaurant!
Have you read my post on โthe Sarova Heritage Tourโ? If you have, then you know ALL about the Thorn Tree Restaurant, where the Swahili breakfasts are served. ย (If you havenโt you can catch up HERE)
The Thorn Tree restaurant is a historical landmark, having been the first Post Office in Nairobi. Thereโs a charming quality to dining in a place that spells history, with a lovely outdoorsy ambiance that makes you forget you are smack in downtown Nairobi.
Fun Fact: This will feel even more special for those who used to write โSo and So was hereโ back in school, during field trips. ๐ You can leave a note on the Thorn tree after indulging in the sumptuous Swahili breakfast. ๐
By the end of our Swahili Breakfast experience, Wanjiku and I had had a ball! In some odd yet calming way, we felt right at home… Perhaps itโs because Swahili Fridays manages to capture that warm Coastal hospitality? Who knows…so how about you try it out and judge for yourself, yes? ๐
Many thanks to Sarova Stanley for this Swahili Breakfast experience! I love anything that helps to preserve, and expose the world to our unique cultures, and I believe that Swahili Fridays does a good deal of both. ๐
Thank you for reading my dear friends, I appreciate you! Did you enjoy the post? It is an absolute delight to hear from you, so do leave a comment, question or feedback on the Comments’ section down below. Or just simply say hello, I’ll be sure to respond! ๐
And to you and yours, I wish a fantastic Easter break! ๐
<Sending You Love and Light. Stay Inspired Always.>
18 Comments
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Mitha
April 20, 2017 at 12:23 pmI’m just here imagining how good that food was this is a must try..
Scrapbook Journeys
April 21, 2017 at 7:17 amI totally feel you Mitha! Yes, I agree-a must try! Would love to hear what you think when you do. ๐ Thanks for reading!:D
WANJIRU
April 17, 2017 at 10:44 pmThis post took me waaaaay back, been a while i had a coastal plate before me
beautiful
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Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:10 amHi Wanjiru! Nice, this means that you can now re-live that moment ay? Thanks for reading! ๐
Naomi faith
April 15, 2017 at 10:48 amAwesome
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:11 amThanks Faith for reading! ๐
Wanjiku
April 14, 2017 at 6:49 amThis was an amazing breakfast, I mean, how often do we get a chance to do chicken or fish in the morning (and especially potatoes without being judged Hehe)
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:05 amI can taste that chicken in my mind! Yummy! Hahaha and yes, viazis for breakfast-rocked! #NoJudgement ๐
Nesh
April 13, 2017 at 11:37 pmKwa kweli hicho kimekuwa kifungua Kinyua chenye fahari na utamaduni wa waswahili wa hali ya juu. Ninge penda kuhudhuria maandalio hayo hivi karibuni.
Asanti kwa kutu eleza na asanti kwa hoteli ya Sarova kwa kutupa aandalio la waswahili hapa kwetu Bara.
Ni hayo tu kwa sasa.
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:04 amHaha,I can see you went all out on the Swahili ๐
phina
April 13, 2017 at 8:15 pmAmazing …
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:03 amThank you Phi! Super appreciated! ๐
Arina
April 13, 2017 at 6:06 pmReally captivating! Made me feel it must be on my to-do list when in Nairobi one of these days. Great job!
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:02 amThank you Arina! Karibu Nairobi, and Yes you’d love this experience!
Patricia
April 13, 2017 at 2:13 pmgreat post I really love swahili dishes
Scrapbook Journeys
April 20, 2017 at 10:01 amThank you Pat! I appreciate it, and It would be nice to see you have Swahili dishes there sometime! ๐
Irene
April 13, 2017 at 1:28 pmHappy Easter now that you started it on such a high note!