Couscous to order

Couscous to order — British Indian Ocean Territory

Friday, party or reception couscous takes a long time to prepare. A cook makes it to order, in small or large quantities: seven-vegetable, tfaya, chicken, meat or fish couscous. On Helplease, you describe your needs and the workers offering this service in British Indian Ocean Territory are notified of your request.

What the service covers

• seven-vegetable couscous;
• tfaya couscous (caramelised onions and raisins);
• chicken, meat or fish couscous;
• seffa (sweet couscous);
• large quantities for receptions or associations.

Depending on what you agree with the worker, the job can include preparation, steaming, presentation in dishes and delivery or pick-up.

Key points

Plan ahead

Couscous takes time; order in advance, especially for Fridays and large quantities.

Dishes and transport

Say whether you provide serving dishes; for large quantities, suitable transport keeps the couscous hot.

What affects the price

• number of people;
• topping (vegetables, meat, chicken, fish);
• presentation and dishes;
• delivery;
• day (Friday, festival).

The rate is agreed with the worker based on these elements.

Frequently asked questions

For how many people can I order?

From a family meal to several dozen people, depending on the worker.

Can I choose the grain?

Wheat, barley or fine semolina according to preference; specify it.

Are dishes provided?

That is to be agreed; say if you want to collect them.

What information should I give?

Date, number of people, topping, grain, allergies and delivery method.