The Archive

Moments, kept.

A curated archive of past Vaaris evenings — across cities, cuisines and rooms that held a particular kind of attention.

The Debut — STK London

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The Debut

LondonSTK London01 · 07 · 2023

Our debut on a Pan-European rooftop steakhouse — a tasting-style lunch, guests in summer colour, the first room that proved the idea.

KöD Lunch — KöD, London

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KöD Lunch

LondonKöD, London06 · 04 · 2024

A Danish-inspired tasting journey with interactive moments — a meal that became a conversation.

Chef Fregz Experience — Dingley Place, London

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Chef Fregz Experience

LondonDingley Place, London26 · 04 · 2024

A magical dining room for a five-course African-inspired menu, curated alongside Chef Fregz.

Akara Dinner — Akara, London

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Akara Dinner

LondonAkara, London24 · 05 · 2024

An intimate evening for fourteen, built around the classic West African fritter.

Wine Soirée — Brix, London

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Wine Soirée

LondonBrix, London07 · 07 · 2024

A collaboration with The Corky Companion — blind tastings, cheeses, and an unannounced saxophone close.

Roots Reimagined — London City Island

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Roots Reimagined

LondonLondon City Island02 · 11 · 2024

Heritage through a modern lens. A design-led dining room paced as a journey of light, sound and course.

Lagos Meets Seoul — Ikoyi, Lagos

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Lagos Meets Seoul

LagosIkoyi, Lagos22 · 12 · 2024

Korean BBQ in Ikoyi, served alongside new connections and an afro-soul set as the sun went down.

Brag About Us — Churrasqueira Nacional, Braga

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Brag About Us

BragaChurrasqueira Nacional, Braga23 · 03 · 2025

A private culinary adventure commissioned to extend a wedding by one more day.

The Sharm El-Sheikh Affair — Renaissance Beach Resort

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The Sharm El-Sheikh Affair

Sharm El SheikhRenaissance Beach Resort08 · 05 · 2025

Coastal luxury, a curated menu, and a guest journey that felt effortless.

A Plantain Affair — Shakara, London

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A Plantain Affair

LondonShakara, London07 · 06 · 2025

A playful, premium tribute to West Africa's most-loved ingredient.

A Kwikish Supper — Bale & Anchor, London

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A Kwikish Supper

LondonBale & Anchor, London17 · 08 · 2025

Great food without the formality — guests who arrived as individuals and left as a table.

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