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Jamestown Cafe

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Looking for a place with cool music and a nice view to relax and talk ?

Then check out Jamestown cafe

Jamestown cafe sits in the heart of Jamestown and is situated right after the Usher fort in Accra. The community is highly renowned for promoting the Ga culture through activities such as art works, street carnivals etc

Thus the Cafe only adds to its name.

The Jamestown Cafe serves a wide range of local dishes ,giving customers a feel of home and a warm Ghanaian welcome. Dishes include: Fried yam , Kelewele amongst others.

Not forgetting their special palm wine served in a kalabash

They also play soothing blues and Jazz music which calms its guests.

The Cafe boasts of a serene environment with a touch of the Ghanaian culture.

So come relax with your partner , friend or even talk business with your client here .

You won’t regret the experience

Story: Dennis Fofie

REFERENCES http://www.lonelyplanet.com http://www.viewghana.com

Beaching!!!!

The warm, golden sand runs between your toes with the gentle breeze. As you walk along, you find gorgeous, shiny shells that have been washed into the shore by the rippling of the water. The beach :- A PERFECT place to visit.
https://www.descriptionari.com/quotes/beach/

A good friend of mine introduced me to the Atlantic Bay Resort.

A serene seaside space for those who demand genuine luxury and the utmost in privacy, Atlantic Bay Resort – the perfect retreat in the Greater Accra Region.

Located in Prampram, a few minutes away from the Central University, this incredible resort offers private African style rondovels for its guests to unwind and enjoy a home away from home.

The customer service was topnotch with staff always greeting customers with bright smiles.

The clean beach and stunning views had me wanting to stay longer.

I’m not a major foodie but the fried rice and grilled chicken had me bagging leftovers. It was a lot of food and worth the price. They serve continental and local dishes as well so enjoy the variety.

Go! Enjoy some sun, great food and the cool ocean breeze alone or with your squad.

P. S. Be sure to stop by on a Friday. You get to dance to the tune of captivating african live music and step it up with rich local brewed wine and khebab. You won’t regret it 😉

NB: To the animal lovers out there, no pets allowed.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/eSEnPWbK3DQDomaM7

The copyrights of all but one image belong to the Atlantic Bay Resort.

By Michelle.

WEST AFRICAN DELIGHT

Hello lovely people,i am here to tell you about a wonderful restaurant that serves local and continental dishes in a creative way at affordable prices.

If you are looking for a cool place to relax with your friends and family, get good food and drinks Buka Restaurant is the place to be.

Located at 10th Street Osu Accra Ghana, Buka boasts of great West African dishes, to meet your taste needs.

Their cozy outdoor setting gives you a great view of Osu and its setup to cater for the middle-class in the society.

Their customer service is second to none and they make you feel like family.

They open from Sunday and Sunday to fulfill your mouthwatering needs, and it is an all you can eat affair my friends.

Their menu include various food from West African countries like: Eba, egusi, palm nut soup and fufu, grilled chicken and so much more.

They are available on every social media platforms and they take reservations too.

Welcome to the home of West African Delight in Ghana.

Written By: Lauretta Hayford

REFERENCES

https://goo.gl/maps/zBbjzPYVKWp31kE29

https://www.myjoyonline.com/opinion/2018/december-21st/buka-a-soul-food-restaurant-built-on-passion-as-ingredient.php

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293797-d1213391-Reviews-The_Buka_Restaurant-Accra_Greater_Accra.html

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/ghana/accra/restaurants/buka/a/poi-eat/438086/355309

https://bukarestaurant.com/

Meet Me There

Hey you ! Yes you !
Are you tired of working and want a place to relax?
Are you stressed and are looking for a place to cool off ?And oh if you’re a tourist looking for a great place to enjoy Ghana
Then this is for you

Meet Me There African Home Lodge is a resort situated in Dzita,Volta region.
It boasts of a serene environment and a touch of the Ghanaian culture.
They serve a wide range of mouth watering cuisines.

Some activities available include :
•Swimming and Canoeing
•Boat trip across the Volta river
•Sightseeing
•Sewing

Accommodation includes :

•Honeymoon suite (2 rooms)

•Sea view suite (1 room)

•Double (1 room)

•Twin single (2 rooms)

•Double plus (3 rooms)

Visit today and have a wonderful experience
Story: Dennis Fofie

References
http://www.ghanameetmethere.com
http://www.tripadvisor.com

AKPLE AND OKRO SOUP

Akple with okro soup

Akple is a kind of Ghanaian dish which consists of corn flour, cassava dough, water, and salt. Thus, it is made from milled corn flour mixed with cassava dough.

Akple and okro soup is the traditional food of the Ewe community in Ghana and Togo.

Akple is often served with okro soup known as ‘fetri detsi’ in the Ewe language. The okro soup can be made without palm oil or with palm oil.

HOW TO PREPARE AKPLE AND OKRO SOUP

Kindly click on the link below to watch ‘ How To Prepare Akple’ by Divine Creativity And Others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kE0-ABnVhgM&pbjreload=10

Kindly click on the link below to watch ” How To Prepare Okro Soup” by StellaZone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq2et3zn3iw

SOME LOCAL RESTAURANTS

Here are some local restaurants in Accra where one can enjoy akple and okro soup.

MANGOASE RESTAURANT This restaurant is located on the Nii Sai Street, Opp Del Hospital, East Legon.
Mangoase restaurant serves extremely tasty local/continental dishes.

ASANKA LOCAL This restaurant is located at Osu, 16 Adzoatse Street,few blocks away from the famous Oxford Street, and at East Legon inside the Ayele building around the University of Professional Studies(UPS) They serve Ghanaian dishes like tilapia(grilled or in soup), the different types of soups such as groundnut, palm nut soup and ‘light/pepper soup, fufu, jollof, fried rice, akple and okro soup and many more.

Enjoy akple and fetri detsi.

Written by Godson Kumahor

Photo Credits: Modern Ghana and Google pictures.

Source: Africa, 2020

FOOD LOVERS!!!!!!!

Are you looking for something that will woo your tastebuds yet affordable? Then Citrus lounge and restaurant is the place for you to head towards. This plush restaurant is located on the 24 Jungle Road, East Legon close to A n C mall. For such a rich and famous neighborhood you would expect their pricing to be outrageous. Right? Sorry to burst your bubble, their prices are budget friendly.
OMG! I almost forgot to talk about their customer service, A1. Looking through their menu, their stir-fry chicken noodles caught my eye because of its price.Guess what? It is just for 25 cedis. Yes you heard right! Moreover, you can never go wrong with noodles so why not?

The chicken bits was properly seasoned. The pepper and salt content was just of right consistency. This recipe got the perfect ratings of 10/10 from me. For me this combination is a perfect meal and I won’t mind having this everyday.

So when you find yourself in East Legon do pass by and share your experience.

NB:Prices are subject to change depending on the event and other factors.

https://citrusrestaurants.com/menu
(Click this link for the menu)

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Reference: Photo credits (Citrus lounge and restaurant)

By Akomaa. I’m sure you’d be drooling over this post stick and stay for the next. 😉

Everything Rosy

Located in our hometown, Accra – Labone. A lush – plush garden opened right in the heart of Labone. Designed as a respite from the day-to-day life activities , a space created to experience in real life. Grab a bottle to drink amid lush greenery, personal tables, and large coolers of rosé.

The ambiance of the Rosé Garden is generally soothing and welcoming, also, the prices are generally affordable.

Imagine being surrounded by everything pink – pink roses, pink décor, pink-colored cups, pink cocktails, etc. They even had cute pink finger food. This is what drew my attention to the Rosé Garden. Not only did I get drawn to this exceptional location because of its serene and instagramable appeal, I realized several people on my snapchat had posted pictures and videos of the place which attracted me to the experience.

The first thing I look out for when I go to restaurants is customer service and I was not one bit disappointed; the staff were pleasant and seated us within a few seconds of our arrival.

The first thing I did was go through the drinks menu as their cocktails highly rave.
I ordered a ‘Rosé Splash’ which is a Strawberry refresher with a splash of prosecco. I then ordered another menu fave the ‘coconut shrimp and pink puff puff’. The puff puff is pink on the inside and tasted really good.

Rosé Garden is the luxurious and perfect location to get in tune with life’s finest givings. I would love to go there again! And for people looking to have a great time in a serene environment with a high level of exclusivity,this is your ideal destination.

Written by Ellisa Aloryi-Quaye

https://goo.gl/maps/zewR7MC55pL9Rdtt5 (Location)

FUFU AND LIGHT SOUP

Fufu and light soup is one of Ghanaian’s favorite dishes.

Fufu is a starchy dough that takes on different forms and name across many West African countries. Food is good and healthy. Every food determines a particular clan in the world. However the name ‘fufu’ is most commonly associated with Ghana, specifically with the Akan ethnic group in the Eastern and Ashanti region of Ghana.

Ghanaian fufu is commonly made by cooking cassava and unripe plantains together which is later pounded together into a paste and then molded by hand into a ball shape and served with a special sauce/soup.

It is made by beating a blend of bubbled cassava and plantains into a mix in a mortar. As the fufu paste is pounded, it is also skillfully rotated by another person who makes sure to sprinkle water and pour on the paste to reduce sticking and keep it fresh.

Fufu is mostly pounded on Sunday afternoons as some families make it a tradition to eat fufu on Sundays and is enjoyed by individuals, friends and families together.

HOW TO PREPARE FUFU AND LIGHT SOUP

Kindly click on the link below to watch “How To Prepare Fufu” by Obaapa’s Kitchen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t7_BV46tmc

Kindly click on the link below to watch “How To Prepare Light Soup” by Mrs Drewry Food https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzflzMA95PI&t=279s

SOME LOCAL RESTAURANTS IN ACCRA Here are some local restaurants in Accra one can get fufu to enjoy.

MANGOASE RESTAURANT

ASANKA LOCAL

Osu Location: 16 Adzoatse Street,few blocks away from the famous Oxford Street.

East Legon: inside the Ayele building around the University of Professional Studies(UPS)

DIMAENSA RESTAURANT

Dimaensa which is translated to “eat all the food” is the new local sensation in town. It is located in Abelemkpe, 51 Swaniker Street.

Written by Godson Kumahor

Photo Credits: Modern Ghana and Google pictures

Source: Africa, 2020

ASIAN FUSION

Hello my lovely people.

Are you looking for a place to try Japanese sushi?

Are you looking for a bit of Asian cuisine in Ghana ?

Are you looking for a nice classy place to wine and dine ?

Look no further because Santoku restaurant is the place for you.

This restaurant is located at 6th Airport road Accra Ghana and it is one of the best restaurant for Japanese dishes in Accra.

Class is just one word to describe this beautiful place, they open from Sunday to Sunday and they offer reservations too.

Their amazing menu consists of the finest Japanese cuisine like their Otosumami snack, Asia soups and Noodles and their famous Japanese sushi and drinks .

This restaurant is kids friendly and have one of the best customer service ever and its best for a classy night out with your close friends and family.

This might not be ideal for someone who is allergic to sea food or is on a budget . But if you are an adventurous person or people looking to try something different with a bit of cash to spare, this restaurant is for you.

Come have the YOLO experience .

Written By : Lauretta Hayford

REFERENCES

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293797-d3228666-Reviews-Santoku-Accra_Greater_Accra.html

http://www.yoloxperiences.com/santoku.aspx

https://goo.gl/maps/E14iARKwkquKJuft9

WELCOME TO GHANA

There is no where like home.
— Team Minerva.

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