Chow Club Atlanta

Patties of seasoned beef in a crunchy, homemade, puffed pastry. These popular street snacks are enjoyed by children and adults in Haiti. Growing up, Kay always looked forward to Sunday morning mass, because she knew these patties would be waiting for her after church. 

Vegetarian Option: Vegetable Patties 

A staple in every Haitian household during the holidays and on Sundays, Salad Russe (Russian Salad) is mixture of diced potatoes, beets, onions, carrots in a light aioli. Served on a bed of lettuce, with tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, and sweet peppers. Dressed with Kay’s homemade vinaigrette.

Hefty flakes of salted Cod fish sautéed in olive oil, onions, garlic, and lemon juice.In Haiti, this dish is frequently served for breakfast with boiled green or fried plantains. Whenever Kay recovered from a bout of sickness, this is the first dish she’d request.

One of Kay’s favorites, griot is served at special occasions, but it can also be found in street vendors stalls at night. Marinated chunks of pork and turkey fried to perfection: crispy on the outside and succulent inside. Served with a homemade gravy.

You can rest assured that this dish will be served at least one day during the week in every Haitian household. It is delicious, healthy and very satisfying with a generous side of white rice, red or black beans soup. Each area of Haiti has its own version. Kay’s ratatouille includes eggplants, chayote, spinach, green beans, watercress and beef. 

Vegetarian: Vegetarian Ratatouille 

Long grain white rice infused with rehydrated dried mushrooms, with herbs and spices. This departure from the usual rice and beans, is a special treat served on Sundays and for special occasions. Vegetarian. 

Green and ripe plantains flattened and fried with a light sprinkle of salt and pepper. Plantains are often served boiled during the week and with meat dishes that have a nice gravy. The fried version is always paired with dishes such as morue, and especially griot. It's just like fried chicken and French fries. Vegetarian. 

In a Chow Club first, we're letting our guests vote on which dessert they'd like to see on the menu! Visit our facebook page to cast your vote! The last day to vote will be July 1.