Tastes of Senegal
Sizzling Senegalese Dibi grilled meats at the Tastes of Senegal food truck in Melbourne
Tastes of Senegal · Melbourne

Authentic Senegalese Flavours in Melbourne

Discover Senegal through food — bold flavours, warm hospitality, and soulful dishes made with tradition.

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Signature Dishes

Bold Flavours from Dakar to Melbourne

Six soulful plates that capture the heart of Senegalese cooking — slow-cooked, generous, and made to share.

ThieboudienneSenegal's National Dish

Thieboudienne

Slow-cooked jollof rice with tender fish or chicken, smoky tomato, and root vegetables. Deep, comforting, unforgettable.

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Beef FatayaStreet-Market Classic

Beef Fataya

Golden hand-folded pastries stuffed with spiced beef and onions — Dakar's favourite hand-held snack.

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Dibi Grilled MeatsFlame-Kissed

Dibi Grilled Meats

Charcoal-grilled marinated meats with caramelised onions and our signature mustard-pepper sauce.

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Plantain & AccaraSweet & Savoury

Plantain & Accara

Sweet caramelised plantain with crisp black-eyed-pea accara fritters — warm comfort, every bite.

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Yassa ChickenSlow-Cooked Stew

Yassa Chicken

Tangy lemon and onion stew over fluffy rice — bright, deep, and full of soul.

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BissapHibiscus Refresher

Bissap

Ruby-red hibiscus drink, lightly sweet and floral. The taste of a Senegalese afternoon.

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In The Kitchen

Cooked with love & fire

A glimpse into the kitchen — the spices, the sizzle, the soul of Senegalese cooking.

Aissatou Ba, founder of Tastes of Senegal, in traditional Senegalese attire
Since
2008
Aissatou Ba presenting a traditional Thieboudienne platter
Aissatou Ba with a guest holding a traditional Senegalese platter
Our Story

A Family Recipe, Shared with Australia

Founded in 2008 by Aissatou Ba, Tastes of Senegal began as a humble family-run market stall — a heartfelt way to share her love of cooking and the rich culinary traditions passed down through generations.

Built on the belief that a home filled with the aroma of good food is a place of abundance, warmth, and happiness, we have carried that spirit of Teranga — Senegalese hospitality — forward for nearly two decades.

Our journey gained national recognition in 2018 when Tastes of Senegal was featured on SBS Food's Food Safari, introducing Senegalese cuisine and culture to audiences across Australia.

From the iconic Thieboudienne — Senegal's national dish — to slow-cooked stews, flame-grilled meats, vibrant plantain dishes, and refreshing bissap, every plate we serve tells a story of heritage, family, and passion.

Today, Tastes of Senegal continues to grow across Victoria, including our daily presence near the NGV, bringing the authentic flavours of Senegal to new audiences.

Whether you're discovering Senegalese cuisine for the first time or reconnecting with flavours you've missed for years, we're here to make every bite memorable.

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Catering & Events

Bringing Senegal to Your Celebration

Tastes of Senegal brings the warmth, colour, and flavour of Senegalese cuisine to private events, community gatherings, markets, festivals, and corporate occasions.

Tastes of Senegal corporate event stall
№01Boxed & Shared

Corporate Events

Impress your team or clients with authentic Senegalese catering — Discovery Boxes or shared feasts tailored to your event.

Tastes of Senegal food truck at a private celebration
№02Shared Tables

Private Celebrations

Birthdays, family gatherings, milestones — bring the warmth and flavour of Senegal to your private event.

Tastes of Senegal wedding catering stall
№03Full Feasts

Weddings

From arrival snacks to full feasts, we bring culture, flavour, and warmth to your special day.

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As Seen On & Loved

Featured on SBS Food's Food Safari

In 2018, Tastes of Senegal was featured on SBS Food Safari, introducing Senegalese cuisine to audiences across Australia.

As featured on
SBS Food Safari
Serving Melbourne since
2008
Daily presence
NGV Food Truck
"The Thieboudienne was the best I've had outside Dakar. Warm, generous, packed with flavour — proper Senegalese cooking."
Marie L.
Melbourne
"We had Tastes of Senegal cater our wedding and our guests are still talking about it. Beautiful food, beautiful service."
James & Aïsha
Werribee
"Their food truck near the NGV is my go-to lunch. The Dibi grilled meats hit every time."
Daniel R.
Melbourne CBD
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Ready to Taste Senegal?

Find our food truck daily near the NGV, pick up from Werribee, or book us for your next event.

Food Truck — Daily
National Gallery of Victoria
180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Wed–Sun · 11:30am – 5:30pm
Pick-up Location
Werribee Kitchen
27/5–11 Tariff Court, Werribee VIC 3030
Call ahead: 0402 105 774
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