Sungani Restaurant by Chef Sungani

Chef Sungani is a celebrated culinary artist with nearly two decades of experience in the gastronomic world. His career began with formal culinary training in South Africa, where he refined his skills under the guidance of Sven Niebremer, a 2-star Michelin chef, and Keith Frisley, a Gold Medalist. These formative years have shaped his approach to crafting dishes that seamlessly blend traditional techniques with modern innovation.

Sungani Restaurant by Chef Sungani

Nestled within Chef Sungani’s private residence, SUNGANI Restaurant offers an exclusive 22-seater fine dining experience unlike any other in Zambia. Located on his terrace, with folding doors opening to an open-plan kitchen, guests are invited into an intimate, interactive setting where the art of gastronomy meets storytelling.

Inspired by Zambia’s rich culinary heritage, Chef Sungani curates seasonal tasting menus “The Zambian Tasting Menu” that transform locally sourced ingredients into world-class, Michelin-level cuisine. Having worked at Zambia’s only Relais & Châteaux properties, Chef Sungani has elevated local produce into internationally recognized cuisine. His visionary approach reimagines Zambian flavors, transforming them into world-class culinary creations that celebrate the country’s cultural and natural bounty.

SUNGANI RESTAURANT IS A FAMILY-RUN ESTABLISHMENT OPERATED BY CHEF SUNGANI AND HIS LOVELY WIFE, THE LADY OF THE HOUSE, ALIBESI.

We are honored to welcome you to SUNGANI RESTAURANT, where every element has been thoughtfully designed to provide an exclusive, intimate, and immersive dining experience.

THE REBIRTH: The Zambian Tasting Menu

Our seasonal tasting menu, “The Rebirth,” celebrates Zambia’s culinary heritage through the transformation of locally sourced ingredients into refined, Michelin-level dishes. Each of our 16 to 17 meticulously crafted courses is designed to take you on a journey of flavor, texture, and story. The ingredients are sourced within a 100km radius or from select regions across Zambia, ensuring the freshest, most sustainable ingredients are at the heart of each dish.

Our commitment to local communities and sustainability means every bite you savor reflects the bounty of the land while minimizing our environmental impact.

Additional Information

22 Seater Restaurant
Open for taking large groups, private functions
16 – 17 course Zambian tasting menu.
We welcome collaborations with winemakers, cheesemakers, gin distillers, rum producers, and champagne houses to curate exceptional pairing events that elevate the dining experience at Sungani Restaurant. These partnerships allow us to create harmonious flavor pairings, blending artisanal craftsmanship with Michelin-inspired Zambian cuisine for an unforgettable gastronomic journey.