Every so often, something stirs deep within us: a call to remember who we are and where we come from. Roots Afrique is that call. A return to origin. A reconnection with culture. A celebration of our shared story told through taste, art, and soul.
This is a living, breathing journey grounded in the wisdom of Sankofa, the Akan principle that urges us to go back and reclaim what we have left behind. At Roots Afrique, tradition is not a relic of the past but it is the heartbeat of the present and the foundation of the future.
Born from a vision to honour the richness and depth of African identity, Roots Afrique began as a cultural platform. It curates experiences that blend AfroFusion cuisine, creative expression, and meaningful community connection. Here, food becomes storytelling. Art becomes dialogue. Music becomes memory.
Roots Afrique holds space for creativity, culture and connection through immersive experiences that:
• Serve AfroFusion dishes that dance between the nostalgic and the new
• Spotlight the brilliance of African fashion, design and visual art
• Cultivate community through workshops, collaborations and shared moments
• Pulse with rhythm through spoken word, live performance, and curated soundscapes
A slow-braised lamb shank in rich palm reduction, layered with greens and root purée.
The platform is guided by four foundational pillars: Cuisine, Culture, Community, and Celebration. These are not just ideas. They are how we live, how we gather, and how we grow.
Roots Afrique is expanding into digital platforms, creative residencies, permanent spaces, and global collaborations. Yet no matter how far we reach, our purpose remains the same: to uplift, connect, and celebrate Africa; one story, one bite, one beat at a time.
Meet the founder
“Wisdom brings together a rich background in creative direction, gastronomy and cultural production. With a passion for connecting people through shared heritage and experience, he is the heart and mind behind Roots Afrique, building a bridge between tradition and the modern African narrative.”
So, welcome. To the table. To the circle. To the experience.
This is Roots Afrique: where the past is sacred, the present is powerful, and the future is ours to shape together.
Follow the journey: @roots_afrique_ Connect with the vision: wisdom1.adzakpa@gmail.com | +233 50 393 6347