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Inem

Welcome to Inem (of Lagos) — a Detroit- and Kansas-based culinary experience rooted in Nigeria and designed for connection.

At Inem, we don’t just serve food. We curate moments. Think bold, soulful Nigerian flavors paired with the feeling of family, culture, and ease—the kind you find in top-tier Lagos restaurants, bustling open-air markets, and sunlit beaches on a warm, breezy Sunday. This is food with context. Flavor with memory. Hospitality with intention.

My name is Atinuke Usoro. Born in Detroit, raised between Detroit and Florida, I eventually found my heart—and my grounding—in the rich, bountiful regions of West Africa. It was there that my relationship with food deepened and my love for the art of cooking fully came into focus.

The kitchen has always been my place of comfort and creativity. Cooking is where care becomes tangible. I’m passionate about preparing meals that are nutritious, mouthwatering, and deeply satisfying—because food, to me, is both a work of art and a work of the heart. I’m a come-and-get-it-while-it’s-hot kind of woman. Feeding people is how I show love. It fills your belly—and it feeds my soul.

At Inem, every experience is built on that truth.

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What’s our story?

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My name is Atinuke Usoro, founder and chef behind Inem (of Lagos). I was born in Detroit, raised between Detroit and Florida, and ultimately shaped by the depth, warmth, and abundance of West Africa. Nigeria, in particular, is where my relationship with food transformed from something instinctual into something intentional—where cooking became craft, culture, and calling.

The kitchen has always been my place of grounding and imagination. Food, for me, is both a work of art and a work of the heart. I believe meals should nourish the body, spark memory, and bring people closer together. I’m very much a come-and-get-it-while-it’s-hot kind of woman—because food is meant to be shared in real time, with real people. Feeding people is how I show love. It fills bellies, builds connection, and feeds my soul.

Inem is also a family affair. My husband and our children are my first and most honest critics—and my biggest fans. They’ve loved, tested, and grown with this food from the very beginning. Watching them gather around the table, eager and proud, reminds me that what we’re building isn’t just a brand—it’s a legacy rooted in care, culture, and togetherness.

Our first year in Detroit was a leap of faith and a masterclass in community. Inem came alive through pop-ups and shared spaces—serving food, telling stories, and building trust one plate at a time. From vibrant crowds at Afro Nation activations, to intimate late nights at Yaba Late Night, to innovation-driven spaces like TechTown Detroit, each experience sharpened the vision and affirmed the mission.

Catering partnerships followed naturally. We’ve had the honor of serving organizations like Properus Detroit and 482 Forward, creating menus that matched their purpose—thoughtful, bold, and people-centered.

But the real joy? It’s always been the moment of first bite. Watching someone pause, smile, and fall in love with a dish they’ve never tasted before. Listening to stories sparked by familiar spices or unexpected flavors. That exchange—that human connection—is the heartbeat of Inem.

Inem (of Lagos) is a Detroit- and Kansas-based culinary experience with Nigeria in mind. We bring you cuisine rooted in culture, elevated with care, and served with the warmth of family. Every meal is an invitation—to gather, to remember, and to feel at home.

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Dessert

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Catering Prices

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Catering menu from INEM Events & Catering, featuring various proteins and soups such as Suya chicken, beef, goat, stewed chicken, baked chicken, and vegan options. Prices for half and full portions are listed, along with contact Instagram and Facebook handles, and a phone number.

Our Services

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Sweetie Package
$10,000.00

An All-Inclusive, White-Glove Culinary & Romance Experience

The Sweetie Package is a fully curated, end-to-end luxury experience designed for couples who want intention, indulgence, and zero decision fatigue. This is not a dinner. This is a takeover of your time, space, and senses.

From the moment you arrive, every detail is handled. We secure and prepare your hotel stay with a custom room setup—romantic, elevated, and tailored to your vibe. No templates. No shortcuts.

At the center of the experience is a private, chef-led five-course culinary journey, thoughtfully designed to tell a story through flavor, pacing, and presentation. Each course is intentional, intimate, and unrushed.

You’ll also receive professional massages to reset the body and slow the moment down, plus curated small gifts selected to extend the experience beyond the weekend.

To personalize your escape, you’ll choose two premium activities—whether that’s adventure, relaxation, culture, or connection. We handle the coordination; you just show up.

All travel and service fees are included, so there are no surprise costs or last-minute add-ons. This is a seamless, concierge-level experience from start to finish.

This package is for clients who value exclusivity, discretion, and unforgettable moments—and are ready to invest accordingly.

The Inem Fine Dining Experience
$5,000.00

A Curated, Intimate Five-Course Culinary Journey

The INEM Dining Experience is a private, high-touch culinary moment designed for clients who value intimacy, intention, and elevated execution. This experience is limited to 2–5 guests, ensuring precision, privacy, and an uncompromising standard of service. This is a limited monthly service as it is our most chosen package.

Each experience features a five-course, chef-led menu paired with curated drinks, fully tailored to the client. While the experience is personalized, menu selection is curated by INEM—allowing us to control quality, flow, and storytelling through food. This ensures a cohesive culinary narrative rather than a fragmented dining request.

The setting is intentionally small and refined, creating space for connection, conversation, and sensory immersion. From flavor profiles to pacing, every detail is designed to feel thoughtful, luxurious, and effortless.

This is not a public dinner and not a one-size-fits-all offering. It is a bespoke dining experience, crafted with discretion and cultural intention.

Ideal for:
• Couples
• Small celebrations
• Private moments of connection
• Clients seeking an elevated, culturally rooted dining experience

Capacity: 2–5 guests
Investment: $5,000

The Couples Retreat
$16,000.00

INEM: The Reconnection Experience

A Healing-Centered, All-Inclusive Couples Immersion

INEM: The Reconnection Experience is an intentionally designed couples immersion focused on restoring connection, communication, and shared joy through culturally grounded healing, elevated hospitality, and intimate group experiences.

This is not therapy. It is not a vacation. It is a curated reconnection container for couples who are ready to slow down, be present, and invest in their relationship with structure and care.

The Experience

Limited to six couples, this immersive experience blends:

• Upscale Nigerian and soul food curated and prepared by INEM as the culinary anchor
• Healing-informed couples activities rooted in your facilitation and community-building work
• Guided moments of reflection, dialogue, and intentional play
• A private, thoughtfully selected location designed for rest and intimacy
• A fully mapped, all-inclusive itinerary that removes decision fatigue

Food serves as ritual. Activities create safety. The environment holds the work.

Culinary & Culture

Meals are not supplemental—they are central. INEM curates chef-led dining experiences that nourish, ground, and bring couples back to the table with intention. Menus are tailored to the group while maintaining a cohesive culinary narrative.

Healing Without Exposure

The reconnection work is structured, respectful, and emotionally intelligent. Couples are supported without being put on display. The experience prioritizes safety, dignity, and depth over performative vulnerability.

Pricing & Capacity

• Total experience: $16,000
• 6 couples only
• $2,667 per couple
• All-inclusive (lodging, meals, activities, facilitation, and coordination)

Who This Is For “By the end of INEM: The Reconnection Experience, couples will leave with renewed emotional connection, practical communication tools, and a shared sense of calm and clarity they can sustain beyond the experience.” We will focus on sexual wellbeing, mental well being, emotional wellbeing and physical well being.

INEM: The Reconnection Experience is for couples who:
• Want to reconnect without chaos or fluff
• Value cultural grounding and intentional design
• Are committed to growth and shared healing
• Understand that strong relationships require investment

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What is the Inem experience like?

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Let’s Work Together

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