Detroit, Michigan  ◇  Commissary Kitchen Est. 2024

Rooted in Tradition.
Rolled with Love.

Soul food catering and culinary heritage education honoring the stories, struggle, and brilliance behind every dish.

More Than a Meal.
A Living History.

Rootz & Rollz was born from a conviction: that soul food is not just comfort — it is testimony. Every recipe carries the fingerprints of our ancestors, the resourcefulness of people who transformed scarcity into abundance and passed that wisdom down through generations.

We bring that story to your table. Whether we're rolling up to your block for street vending, plating a full catered dinner, or curating an elevated private event — every interaction is rooted in cultural pride and rolled out with professional excellence.

Detroit made us. Heritage defines us. Excellence drives us.

3Service Styles
100%Scratch Kitchen
Generational Roots
Rootz & Rollz

Three Ways to Experience
Rootz & Rollz

All menu items are available across every service format — customized to fit your event and your guests.

01
On the Move

Street Vending

Bold, portable soul food brought directly to your community. Festival-ready, neighborhood-proud, made from scratch every time.

  • Community festivals & block parties
  • Pop-ups & markets
  • Signature soul food plates
  • Street-style bowls & sandwiches
  • Dirty sodas & sweet tea on site
02
Full Service

Catering

Professional full-service catering for gatherings of every size. Buffet or plated — we handle the food so you handle the memories.

  • Corporate & office events
  • Family reunions & celebrations
  • Church & community gatherings
  • Buffet & plated service
  • Custom menus by request
03
Elevated Experiences

Events

Curated dining experiences where culinary artistry meets cultural storytelling. Ideal for milestone moments and signature occasions.

  • Dinner parties & galas
  • Culinary history workshops
  • Chef's table experiences
  • Cultural heritage dinners

Signature Add-Ons

  • Private mocktail & dirty soda bar
  • Dessert bar — cookies, ice cream & more
  • Hibiscus & herbal drink menu

"Food is the thread that
holds culture together."

We don't just cook soul food — we study it, honor it, and teach it.
Every dish is a chapter. Every meal is a classroom.

Collard GreensCornbreadSmothered Chicken OxtailFried CatfishMac & Cheese Sweet Potato PieCandied YamsDirty Rice Banana PuddingBerry CobblerDirty Soda

Beyond the Plate

Private events come with elevated options that turn a dinner into an experience.

The Drink Bar

A curated sip station built for your vibe — from refined mocktails to our signature Detroit-style dirty sodas.

  • Hibiscus lemonade & infused waters
  • House sweet tea, spiced or classic
  • Craft mocktail menu (custom per event)
  • Custom dirty soda builds — Faygo base, flavored syrups, cream, candy toppings
  • Seasonal specialty sips on request

The Dessert Bar

A full dessert station — as simple or as lavish as your event calls for. Mix and match, or let us design the whole thing.

  • Sweet potato pie — whole or sliced
  • Banana pudding cups or full dish
  • Berry cobbler warm from the oven
  • Scratch cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frost
  • Ice cream station (add-on)
  • Fresh-baked cookie display
  • Mix & match dessert flights

The Heritage Table

Our signature culinary history experience — a dinner that tells the story behind every dish on the table.

  • Curated chef's table menu
  • Cultural context for each course
  • Interactive culinary history conversation
  • Custom menu built around your theme
  • Ideal for private dinners, galas & workshops

Ready to Book?

Tell us about your event and we'll build a custom experience around your vision, guest count, and budget.

Call or Text: (313) 355-0155 Email: info@rootzandrollz.com