Catering for the people you're bringing together

Good food gives people a reason to gather. We offer Congolese catering for celebrations and group events, from birthday parties and small weddings to gatherings with colleagues, friends, or family.

Our food is prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients, using family recipes and dishes inspired by the culture I grew up in. I want your guests to enjoy the meal and get to know a little of Congo through what we share.

Tell us about your event, how many people you're expecting, and what you'd like to serve. We'll discuss the menu and dietary requests, then arrange a pickup time for your order.

Pickup only: Collect your catering order at Ohio City Farm, 2304 Bridge Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113, at your agreed pickup time. We do not offer catering delivery.

Catering bookings require a minimum total spend of $850.

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Private dinners with time to connect

Sometimes you want to bring a smaller group together and give the meal a little more attention. A private dinner with Furahi is a chance to enjoy Congolese food, spend time with your guests, and learn something about the home behind the recipes.

We prepare your meal from scratch with fresh ingredients. The menu draws on family recipes and new dishes inspired by Congolese culture, with room to talk about what you and your guests enjoy.

My hope is that the food opens a conversation. It might begin with an ingredient or a recipe, then lead to a memory of my mother's cooking or my father's garden. Sharing those connections is part of why I started Furahi.

Whether you're marking an occasion or simply bringing loved ones together, tell us what you have in mind. We'll talk through availability, the menu, and what the dinner would involve.

 Private dinners start at $50 per person, with a $600 minimum total for groups of up to 20 guests. We'll confirm your final quote before you book.

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A few things to know

  • How much does catering or a private dinner cost?

    Catering bookings have an $850 minimum total. Private dinners start at $50 per person, with a $600 minimum total for groups of up to 20 guests. The dinner minimum is not a flat price for every group size. Tell us your guest count and the kind of gathering you have in mind, and we'll confirm your final quote before you book.

  • Can you accommodate dietary requests?

    Please tell us about food preferences, allergies, and dietary requirements when you inquire. We'll discuss what we can accommodate before confirming your menu.

  • Do you deliver catering orders?

    No. All catering orders are pickup only at Ohio City Farm, 2304 Bridge Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113. We'll confirm your pickup date and time when planning your order.

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The care I learned at home

Growing up in Congo, I watched my mother cook outside. Behind our house, my father grew plantains, cassava, and other vegetables. In front of it was a lake, where fishermen would head out in the morning and return later with fresh fish.

We cooked with fresh ingredients, and I could see where so much of our food came from. Those memories still shape the way I cook. At Furahi, I want to honor the people I learned from and carry that care into the food we prepare for you.

Furahi means “be happy” in Swahili. I chose the name because, when I think of happiness, I think of food bringing people together. That is the feeling I hope we can share at your table. - Esther , Founder

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