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ILE LA•Los Angeles, CA

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ABOUT USILĖ means “home” in the West African language of the Yoruba people of Nigeria. ILĖ is a culinary entertainment space celebrating African culture using food as a medium of communication. Here, guests will experience Chef Eros’ contemporary West African cuisine weaving in spices and ingredients directly sourced from West Africa farms.OUR CURRENT MENU: TASTE OF WEST AFRICADiscover a “Taste of West Africa” at ILE Private Dining Room.Embark on a culinary journey like no other with our...More

Experiences at ILE LA

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    Ojuju "Ghost" Calabar (West African Halloween Tasting Experience)

    An Evening of African Folklore 🖤🌕"Ojuju Calabar" is often associated with the spooky tales or mythical stories from Nigeria, particularly from the Calabar region. "Ojuju" refers to a kind of ghost or spirit in Nigerian folklore, and it's part of stories meant to scare or entertain people, especially children.On October 18th & 19th, you're invited to an enchanting pre-Halloween event like no other at ILÉ, where African folklore comes to life through mystery, storytelling, and unforgettable flavors.Explore legends and stories passed down through generations, with a curated menu in a captivating, immersive setting that perfectly captures the spirit of the season.Menu Highlights:Amuse Bouche Mosa for the GodsSpiced Plantain Puff. Apple Chili Chutney. SaladMasked at the SeaMasked Scallop. Yaji Ginger Crumble. Pickled Apples & Fennel. Roasted Endives. Guava Tahini. Pan Toasted Bread/MasaSoupPumpkin & The Seven Pepper RitualNigerian Aromatic Broth. Spiced Pumpkin Puree. Puffed Ofada Rice. Lemongrass Infused Coconut Cream. Toasted SeedsFamily MainsMasquerade JollofCalabar Jollof Rice. Smoked Fish & Plantain Notes. Crab Cream. Skeletal ChickenSmoked Bok Choy. Cassava Spiced Chicken. Bone Broth Yassa Puree. Cane of LambFennel Spiced Lamb. Pumpkin Pistachio Crust. Pickled Pearl Onions & Sweet Corn SlawDessertSweet in the DarknessPeanut Oil Cake. Golden morn and Caramelized Plantain Flakes. Fig & Activated Charcoal Custard.

    Friday, Oct 18 and Saturday, Oct 19, 2024
    Multiple times
    $195 per ticket + add-ons
    20% service charge, $5 convenience fee, $5 order fee

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    Taste of Culture Food Tour: Leña at Mercado Little Spain (New York City)

    About The Tour:The "Taste of Culture" Food Tour by Chef Eros is an immersive culinary journey designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Chef Eros will showcase the rich flavors of West African cuisine, seamlessly integrating it into the menus of top restaurants for one night only. The tour aims to highlight the power of culture in cuisine, sparking conversations that celebrate diversity and the shared human experience.About This Stop:For this stop of the tour, Chef Eros will head to Leña at New York's Mercado Little Spain where he will collaborate with Chef Nicolás (Nico) López, who oversees all culinary operations at Mercado Little Spain, Chef José Andrés’s first outpost in New York City. Prior to Mercado Little Spain’s opening, Nico spent two years as one of the primary chefs helping develop the concept and its more than 1,000 recipes. He played an important role training more than 100 chefs on proper Spanish techniques. For this fun and unique collaborative dinner featuring two amazing Chefs, please be aware:Our menu will be served family-style.Seating arrangements may include communal tables.You may be seated with other guests and ticket holders.This setup is designed to enhance the social dining experience.Select Menu Highlights:Consomé de Cocido con Espumade Garbanzos.Pork Chicken and beef broth with chickpeas foam.Suya LambAfrican Gold Spiced Lamb. Zoboberry Demi Glaze. Yaji DustUnity Jollof RiceGhanaian Perfumed Rice.Nigerian Smoky Finish.Senegalese Plantain NotesCarrilleras de Cerdo Iberico con especias Andaluzas.Iberico pork cheeks with Andausian spices and olive oil mashed potatoesPlantain Ice CreamSalted Caramel Popcorn EnsaimadaMajorcan style pastry roll* Beverages, tax and automatic 20% gratuity not included in ticketed price

    Monday, Sep 23, 2024
    6:00 PM
    $125 per ticket
    20% service charge, $5 order fee

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    Taste of Culture Food Tour: DAKAR (New Orleans)

    About The Tour:The "Taste of Culture" Food Tour by Chef Eros is an immersive culinary journey designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Chef Eros will showcase the rich flavors of West African cuisine, seamlessly integrating it into the menus of top restaurants for one night only. The tour aims to highlight the power of culture in cuisine, sparking conversations that celebrate diversity and the shared human experience.About This Stop:For this stop of the tour, Chef Eros will head to New Orleans, LA for a collaboration with chef Serigne Mbaye of Dakar NOLA, the 2024 James Beard Foundation award winner in the Best New Restaurant Category. Like the cuisines of the two coastal cities from which it takes its name, Dakar NOLA’s tasting menu is inspired by Chef Serigne Mbaye’s most cherished memories of his childhood in Senegal, where he learned to cook at his mother’s knee. He has worked at various restaurants featuring Japanese, Cuban, French, and Creole cuisines in the years since. These experiences have led him to discover flavor combinations he previously had never imagined. But he remains focused on Senegalese cuisine and the myriad of possibilities available using that rich tradition as a culinary foundation. Born in Harlem, raised in Dakar and at home in New Orleans, Chef Serigne has cooked at Commander’s Palace, Atelier Crenn and Atelier Joel Robuchon. In 2021, he was named Eater NOLA Chef of the Year. Select Menu Highlights:Suya Lamb African Gold Spiced Lamb. Zoboberry Demi Glaze. Yaji DustYassaLeg of Chicken . Senegalese Caramelized Onion Sauce. Pomegranate NotesUnity Jollof RiceGhanaian Perfumed Rice.Nigerian Smoky Finish.Senegalese Plantain Notes* Beverages, tax and automatic 20% gratuity not included in ticketed price

    Sunday, Oct 27, 2024
    Multiple times, starting at4:00 PM
    $195 per ticket + add-ons
    20% service charge, $5 order fee

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    West African Family Style Experience on Fridays and Saturdays 7PM ONLY - Prepaid

    $120 per person (Ex. Service Charge 25% & Tax)This Experience is Pre-Paid per person and BYOBInKind customers please contact our email for bookingsExperience Details:The West African Family-Style Experience will feature a selection of dishes served in larger portions, intended for sharing among guests. Menu Highlights:Suya Lamb African Gold Spiced Lamb. Zoboberry Demi Glaze. Yaji DustYassaLeg of Chicken . Senegalese Caramelized Onion Sauce. Pomegranate NotesUnity Jollof RiceGhanaian Perfumed Rice.Nigerian Smoky Finish.Senegalese Plantain NotesFonio Stir FryFluffed Fonio. Brown Butter Stir Fried Vegetables. Coconut Kidney Beans.

    Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 10
    $120 per person + add-ons
    3% convenience fee, 25% service charge, $5 order fee

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