Captain Morgan and Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers serve up a bold fusion of rum and flavour

Captain Morgan and Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers joined forces to deliver a bold and unforgettable flavour experience, reimagining Kenyan classics with a spiced rum twist. The unique partnership brought together two icons of flavour Captain Morgan’s spirited energy and Holiday Inn’s culinary innovation for an immersive evening of food, fun, and fusion.

Held at Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers, the exclusive tasting event showcased a specially curated menu infused with Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, illustrating how beloved Kenyan dishes can be elevated with bold, unexpected flair. The event formed part of Captain Morgan’s “Spice On” campaign a celebration of personality, playfulness, and cultural pride.

Guests were treated to a live cooking experience led by Executive Chef Aluda, who demonstrated the infusion process and shared the creative inspiration behind the rum-infused menu. From street food staples to nostalgic desserts, each dish embraced the Captain Morgan spirit of bold experimentation.

Menu Highlights Included:

• Spiced Mutura – A Kenyan favourite flamed with rum, served with Ugali, kachumbari, and hearty beef broth.
• Beef Samosas – Minced beef slow-cooked with a splash of spiced rum, paired with tamarind-rum dip.
• Vegetable Samosas – Spicy glazed vegetable mix with a rum twist.
• Flamed Haggis with Mukimo – A bold cross-cultural fusion simmered in rum stock.
• Warm Pineapple Sundae with Rum Sauce – Donuts, pineapple, and ice cream drizzled with a spiced rum glaze.
• Coconut Rum Balls – A nostalgic treat with oats, raisins, condensed milk, and a tropical rum finish.

Each dish was paired with signature Captain Morgan cocktails, crafted live by an expert mixologist, delivering a multi-sensory dining experience that perfectly matched flavour with flair.

“Captain Morgan is all about unleashing your flavour, and this partnership brought that to life in the most creative and delicious way. This is a bold celebration of Kenyan flavour and flair Captain Morgan is not just for your glass but pairs well on your plate too,” said Davis Changalwa, Brand Manager, Captain Morgan.

Pooja Patel, General Manager at Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers, added: “Partnering with Captain Morgan has allowed us to push culinary boundaries while honouring the flavours our guests know and love. Our mission is to deliver exciting, flavour-forward experiences that make every stay or visit memorable.”

The event celebrated the power of partnership, storytelling, and cultural expression affirming both Captain Morgan and Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers as champions of flavour and innovation.