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“You feel at home, A place to meet all Ghanaians”.
One of the popular and interesting hotspots located in Worcester, MA. is owned by Mr. Richard Kwaku Boateng who is also the Chief Executive Officer. According to Mr. Boateng, Ghanaians were working too hard and there was no place for them to relax and meet all Ghanaians. His goal was to open a restaurant catering West African dishes and bringing Ghanaians together. He wanted to create a place where Ghanaians could feel at home like they are in Ghana and createed a concept where people come together after work, sports activities and church service in order to socialize.
The dream of setting up Anokyekrom Restaurant became a reality 5 years ago and when the restaurant opened, they advertised in the local media to get the attention of the Ghanaian community so they can come and have fun.
Anokyekrom restaurant has also created a concept where not only they cater for the Ghanaian community but also for non-Ghanaians who are interested in authentic West Africa dishes. The restaurant is in the process of looking for a bigger location but has been very tough to find a place to suit their needs. Anokyekrom also serves Palm Wine served in a Calabash, a “hot cake”, Kebashaw, Alomo bitters, Mandingo, Wo ba adaa anaa, Herb Afrique and many more.
When this writer visited the restaurant for the first time, there were many regulars who were having a great time and relaxing. The atmosphere was great and the staff offered superb services .
In a conversation with the those present, the following were some of the views expressed on Anokyekrom;
Hon. Ken Asafo Adjei, popular TV Producer of WCCA TV who arranged the visit, praised Anokyekrom Restaurant for the immense contribution to the community and deserves a spotlight. He mentioned some of the events that Anokyekrom has supported including – The Unity in Christ Concert, Esther Smith’s Farewell Party and all sporting events. He continued that Anokyekrom gives Ghanaians the opportunity of having authentic Ghanaian dishes and also a place to call home; “You get the latest Ghanaian newspapers to read as well as listening to the latest Ghanaian music.
Oko also said; “It is the place that when you enter you never want to leave, You feel at home right here, A place to meet all Ghanaians”.
The famed heavy hitter and Worcester’s finest; DJ Nyce who had just ordered Banku and Tilapia had this to say; “Anokyekrom is a second home, a regular place for the bachelors and a place to chill”.
Nana Poku also said; “A good restaurant with good food, they have everything you need and the place is neat”
DJ Prince Paul, also a heavy hitter and a popular in Worcester called it; The best African American Restaurant in Worcester. Killa says it’s superb and Freddy mentioned that it is fantastic.
Lastly Yaw Kyei summed it up; “Anytime, Any day and always there”.
We urge the Ghanaian population in Worcester to patronize and support Anokyekrom African American Restaurant.
Acknowledgement: The Management And Staff Of Anokyekrom African American Restaurant
Source: GhanaWeb
