Innovative cuisine right here in South London

At Maroon, we offer food that you will probably not have tasted anywhere else. While Caribbean restaurants are relatively commonplace now, there are only a handful of chefs in the country who have attempted Caribbean fusion cuisine commercially.

Our fusion restaurant in Herne Hill offers a range of beautifully prepared dishes, with the very best ingredients, authentically created by our own knowledgeable chef. Why not book a table here, or email to enquire about hosting a large group.

 02030 115 901

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The six steps to incredible fusion cuisine

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Herbs and spices

Caribbean cuisines use extensive herbs and spices to add flavour to dishes. Some popular herbs and spices include coriander, oregano, cumin, paprika, garlic, and ginger.

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Citrus

Fruits like lime, lemon, and orange are commonly used in Caribbean cuisine to add acidity and brightness to dishes.

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Peppers

Peppers of all kinds are used in Caribbean  cuisine to add heat and flavour. Scotch bonnet peppers are particularly popular in the Caribbean cuisines.

 

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Seafood

Given the proximity to the ocean,  Caribbean cuisine make extensive use of seafood in their dishes. Some popular seafood dishes include ceviche, grilled fish, and spicy shrimps.

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Starchy vegetables

Caribbean cuisines use starchy vegetables like yucca, plantains, and potatoes as staples in many dishes. These vegetables can be boiled, fried, or mashed to create a variety of dishes.

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Beans and Rice

Beans are used regularly in Caribbean  cuisines for rice based dishes and stews. These ingredients are often flavoured with spices and herbs to create a variety of appetising dishes.

 

 

 

Pan fried prawns with lemon and spices

 

The perfect marriage FINE DINING & the Caribbean

 

Caribbean cuisine is very diverse in many respects, with different national dishes for each island, and many cultural divergences too.

However there is a great amount of common ground between many cultures, which we have blended together here at our fusion restaurant in Herne Hill.