AmyHuangExpress to Africa
February 29th 2008 01:32
African Express Eatery
150 Enmore Rd,
Enmore NSW
02 9557 4467
www.africanexpresseatery.com
A plain white leaflet arrived in my mail box. "African Express Eatery" it says boldly at the top.
"Interesting" I said to my partner. "Want to have this for dinner?"
We've never had African food before, and it greatly fascinate me as the continent itself has always been on the top of my to travel list. So, we got in the car and drove towards Enmore.
The shop front is just as plain as their brochure. It has the atmosphere of a cafeteria. However, don't under estimate this small, plain shop front with clean floors and budget tables and chairs. Right in the hub of Enmore, close to the Enmore Theatre, this small African Express Eatery is full of flavours commonly unavailable in Sydney.
Each dish on the menu has a description that shouts at you.
"Very succulent!" Says the description for 'Guinar', which is marinated and roasted chicken with African spices.
"Mouth-Watering!" accompanied 'Varenga', which is a beef stew dish from Madagascar, slightly fried and then steamed in its marinate sauce.
After reading more "Aromatic!" and "Very Nice!"s, I decided that I wanted the "Very Succulent!". My partner on the other hand, being a lamb lover, ordered a "Delicious!" 'Mafe', steamed lamb in peanut butter and African spices.
We also decided to have some "Lovely!" 'Fataya', which is a samosa or curry puff equivalent pastry, stuffed with either fish, lamb or beans.
The menu also has a healthy tip for us all: "It is recommneded to have your main courses with a side dish of greens, as the main courses do not contain these and greens are vital for your body and stimulate the digestive system" - Okay, we'll have some broccoli as well please.
It had been a pleasant venture as we both really enjoyed our meals. The friendly staff at the 'cafe' (I still wouldn't call it a restaurant yet, considering its minimum decor) were extremely friendly and helpful, which made it an even better experience. The chicken, I would have to say, beats any BBQ chicken from the corner shops. The spices were aromatic and the meat was indeed 'Succulent' as described. The lamb dish was also satisfying, although a little bit on the heavy side. The spices used where overpowering although, thanks to a side of cous cous, it went down rather well.
And I just absolutely loved the Fatayas.
The prices are also reasonable, with most main dishes averaging $9. When you visit, you should also give the Bissap drink a try. It is extremely refreshing, and helps to wash down the unknown spices a little bit better.
They also do take aways and home deliveries.
150 Enmore Rd,
Enmore NSW
02 9557 4467
www.africanexpresseatery.com
A plain white leaflet arrived in my mail box. "African Express Eatery" it says boldly at the top.
"Interesting" I said to my partner. "Want to have this for dinner?"
We've never had African food before, and it greatly fascinate me as the continent itself has always been on the top of my to travel list. So, we got in the car and drove towards Enmore.
The shop front is just as plain as their brochure. It has the atmosphere of a cafeteria. However, don't under estimate this small, plain shop front with clean floors and budget tables and chairs. Right in the hub of Enmore, close to the Enmore Theatre, this small African Express Eatery is full of flavours commonly unavailable in Sydney.
Each dish on the menu has a description that shouts at you.
"Very succulent!" Says the description for 'Guinar', which is marinated and roasted chicken with African spices.
"Mouth-Watering!" accompanied 'Varenga', which is a beef stew dish from Madagascar, slightly fried and then steamed in its marinate sauce.
After reading more "Aromatic!" and "Very Nice!"s, I decided that I wanted the "Very Succulent!". My partner on the other hand, being a lamb lover, ordered a "Delicious!" 'Mafe', steamed lamb in peanut butter and African spices.
We also decided to have some "Lovely!" 'Fataya', which is a samosa or curry puff equivalent pastry, stuffed with either fish, lamb or beans.
The menu also has a healthy tip for us all: "It is recommneded to have your main courses with a side dish of greens, as the main courses do not contain these and greens are vital for your body and stimulate the digestive system" - Okay, we'll have some broccoli as well please.
It had been a pleasant venture as we both really enjoyed our meals. The friendly staff at the 'cafe' (I still wouldn't call it a restaurant yet, considering its minimum decor) were extremely friendly and helpful, which made it an even better experience. The chicken, I would have to say, beats any BBQ chicken from the corner shops. The spices were aromatic and the meat was indeed 'Succulent' as described. The lamb dish was also satisfying, although a little bit on the heavy side. The spices used where overpowering although, thanks to a side of cous cous, it went down rather well.
And I just absolutely loved the Fatayas.
The prices are also reasonable, with most main dishes averaging $9. When you visit, you should also give the Bissap drink a try. It is extremely refreshing, and helps to wash down the unknown spices a little bit better.
They also do take aways and home deliveries.
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Comment by Tracy
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I didn't know about this one, I'm going to seek it out and try it
Tracy
Comment by edward
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Really like the job you're doing here! But it would be great to see some pictures of the food you ordered? Would make it more tantalising!
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Edward - I should. Sorry about that. I also go and forget my camera