Mama Jackson Soul Food Paris

How Black Parisian Chefs Serving Soul Food Are Exploring ‘Afropean’ Cuisine | Eater

"Born from popular soul‑food brunches and film nights, this restaurant offers a highly themed cultural experience packed with African‑American memorabilia and music alongside a menu centered on fried chicken and waffles (the chicken here is more thickly breaded; the waffles slightly sweet and airy). Offerings include a cheddar‑and‑béchamel macaroni and cheese, a “Vegan & Love” plate with roasted peppers and sweet potato croquettes in green coconut curry, Jamaican jerk chicken, sides such as red beans and rice, sweet potato purée, and flash‑fried plantains with a garlicky, vinegary spicy mayo. Signature items include a large “Mama’s Club Waffle” sandwich (fried chicken, melted cheddar, red onion, cornichons, sweet‑tangy sauce) and a buttery brioche caramel pain perdu for dessert. The owners frame the place as both an entry point to soul food and an affirmation of Black culture, and it has attracted notable delivery orders from visiting artists." - Alexander Hurst