Yum Village, Detroit

Yum Village is an Afro-Caribbean restaurant that focuses on a sustainable business model with positive social impact. The eco-conscious team behind the concept strives for a less-waste practice, and use natural materials for takeout packaging, taking steps to reduce their carbon footprint. Their passion for the environment is matched by their love for food—the menu was meticulously thought out and features well-loved dishes like jerk oxtail, jollof rice, herbed lamb, or a vegan peanut stew. The cooks serve their own spin on chicken wings, curry, and corn cakes, adding an African flare to the classic recipies. They smoke the Chicken. They have the Jollof, Suya, Maafe, Egusi, everything...everything, and they have the Fufu.