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Flavors from Afar, an events and catering service led and spirited by immigrants, promotes and celebrates the culinary traditions, cultures, and stories of refugees and asylum seekers in Southern California. Proceeds support family and youth programs hosted by The Tiyya Foundation.

At our core, we believe that sharing a meal is a delicious opportunity for cultural exchange. Food unites people at the table - nourishing bodies, feeding minds, and fostering respect across diverse cultures. At Flavors from Afar, each meal is inspired by the chefs’ rich histories, cultural creativity, and several thousand-mile journey as a refugee. Every gathering is an intimate space for genuine cultural exchanges and authentic connections between OC / Angelenos and our newcomers from around the world.

Established in 2018, Flavors from Afar is a social enterprise that employs former refugee chefs in Los Angeles and Orange County.  Originally a catering service, Meymuna Hussein-Cattan and Christian Davis paired up in 2020 to spearhead the opening of Flavor’s first brick and mortar restaurant in Little Ethiopia with the intention of creating a destination spot within the city.  Combining their efforts from the nonprofit sector and the corporate lens,  Meymuna and Christian are a great pair that work creatively together while always prioritizing hospitality, people, and culture. With the intent of offering experiential dining,  they did not foresee their opening date to take place during Covid-19’s stay at home orders.  By staying resilient and creative, both founders have been featured by the UNHCR, Food52, Postmates, LA Magazine, Oxfam America, CBS Podcast, KIIS FM Radio, Eater LA, and more.  

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This month's menu was created by Sonia Ortiz& highlights Flavors from Guatemala

Open Wednesday - Sunday

 

MAIN DISHES

Chow Mein Guatemalteco Con Pollo 18

Savory Chicken, Carrot, Celery, Chayote, Onion, Garlic

 

Shredded Beef Flautas Plate 18

Six Flour Tortillas Filled with Slow Cooked Shredded Beef,Dressed in Crema, Pico De Gallo, and Queso Fresco.

with Spanish Rice and BlackBeans

                                                                             

Shredded Chicken Flautas Plate 18

Six Flour Tortillas Filled with Slow Cooked Shredded Chicken,Dressed in Crema, Pico De Gallo, And Queso Fresco.

with Spanish Rice and BlackBeans

 

PotatoFlautas Plate 18

Six Flour Tortillas Filled with Slow Delicious Potato, Dressed inCrema, Pico De Gallo, and Queso Fresco.

with Spanish Rice and Black Beans

 

ShreddedBeef Taco Tray 20

4 Corn Hard Shell Tacos, Spanish Rice and Black Beans

 

AdovadoPlate (Marinated Goat) 23

Savory Pieces of Marinated Goat with Guatemalan VeggieMedley and Spanish Rice, Black Beans

 

Chile Relleno Plate 20

Two Poblano Chiles Filled with either Slow Cooked Beef or Cheese.

with Spanish Rice and Black Beans

 

Veggie Tostada Plate 16

Three Veggie Tostadas Covered with Guatemala Veggie Medley,Beans, Salsa, Onion, Parsley 

 

MojaraPlate (Whole Fried Tilapia Plate) 30

Spanish Rice, Black Beans, Whole Tilapia 

 

GuatemalanShrimp Boil 22

8 Buttery Juicy Shrimp with Lemon, Potatoes, Rice


SIDES

Tortitas De Papas (comes with 3) 8

Fried potato and cheese appetizer

Crispy Sambusas (Set Of 3, No Mixing) 7.5

Beef and Cheese, Beef, Chicken, Veggie Or Cheese AndPotato W/Somali Sauce (Mild Spice). Filled with Cabbage, Broccoli, Onion,Potato, Carrots, Somali Seasoning Blend 

Esquite Elote 6

Classic Street Corn in A Bowl. Mixture of Corn, Butter,Mayo, Green Onion, Chili Powder 

Seasoned Savory Plantains 5

Fried Plantains Dusted with Cinnamon and Sugar 

Somali Fried Rice 5

Fried Rice-FilledWith Potatoes, Carrots, Onion, Garlic,Cabbage

Palestinian Cucumber Salad 7

Cucumber, Tomatoes, Hummus, Tahini Sauce, Parsley

 

CLASSIC MENU

Somali Pan Seared Chicken Fried Rice Bowl 17

Halal Chicken Quarters,Somali Fried Rice, Potato,Cabbage, Fresh Green Onion, Carrot, Onion 

Somali Sauteed Veggie Fried Rice Bowl 14

Somali Fried Rice, Potato, Cabbage, Fresh Green Onion,Carrot, Onion 

Kenyan Pan Fried Tilapia Plate 18

Two fillets, cooked with coconut milk, tomato,onion, garlic sitting on bed of rice

Egyptian Gravy Smothered Lamb Shank Plate 23

Large tender lamb shank smothered in gravy on top of ricepilaf with seasonal sauteed vegetables

 

DRINKS 4.50 each

Jamaica, Passion Fruit Smoothie, Tamarind or WatermelonMint Fresca,

 

 


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