Karibu!
Our hosted dinner parties, cooking classes, and foodie events are an invitation to step into Jikoni Studio and experience Kiano Moju's signature AfriCali cooking at its most communal.
These ticketed evenings center on East and West African food traditions, elevated by California’s seasonal produce, and are served family-style. Simply book your seat at our table and join a community of food lovers for a curated, one-of-a-kind dining experience in our Beverly Hills studio.
This is a 21+ event.
Meet the chef!
Kiano Moju is an author, African food advocate, and the chef-owner of Jikoni, which brings her bestselling cookbook, AfriCali: Recipes From My Jikoni, to life.
Named one of the best cookbooks of the year by The New York Times, Food & Wine, and Bon Appétit, AfriCali food celebrates Moju’s Kenyan and Nigerian roots through the colorful, produce-driven lens of her California upbringing.
These cross-cultural experiences form the foundation of Moju’s AfriCali identity – an approach that celebrates African cooking as everyday cooking.
Through Jikoni's series of invite-only private dinners, she reimagines the flavors of her heritage in ways that feel new and exciting, while still familiar and nostalgic – and all distinctly Californian.
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FAQS
We will do our best to accommodate any dietary restriction whenever possible, though we cannot guarantee we’ll be able to in all cases. If you have specific needs, please reach out to us as soon as you have confirmed your booking, so we can help make a plan.
We only serve alcohol sourced from the African continent (and a few of our favorite Californian brands), each thoughtfully selected to complement Kiano's cooking. Our list is small but intentional. Not sure what to choose? Just ask your server, and they will help you find the perfect pairing for your AfriCali feast. House-made non-alcoholic pairings are also available.
Our dining events are carefully curated for a limited number of guests, and each seat is a vital part of the evening’s experience. Because we prepare specifically for your arrival, last-minute changes significantly impact our planning and our ability to host other guests. We kindly ask that you review our cancellation terms below:
72 hours notice of cancellation or more: No charge
Between 24 and 72 hours notice of cancellation: $150 per person
Less than 24 hours notice of cancellation (or No-Show): Full price per person
A Note on Adjustments: Because demand for our seating is high, we ask that you contact us as soon as possible if your plans change. To avoid any charges, please ensure all modifications or cancellations are made at least 72 hours before your scheduled reservation.