Bringing the Rich Taste of West Africa to Mainstream America
MaLinda Foods is a U.S. based emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) company specializing in authentic African-inspired, shelf-stable convenience meals.
Linda Rose Ezikpe (nee DeSouza)
Founder & Culinary Visionary
A Mission Built on Authenticity, Convenient Quality, and Cultural Pride
We aim to make authentic ethnic cuisines from various parts of the world accessible, convenient, and a beloved part of everyday American meal rotations.
For decades, preparing traditional West African Jollof Rice required hours of simmering, precise spice balancing, and hard-to-find ingredients. MaLinda Foods solved this challenge by creating a fully cooked, shelf-stable 8.8oz pouch that delivers authentic taste in just 90 seconds.
Authentic Ingredients
Long-grain rice, vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet peppers, and West African spices.
National Distribution
Built for mainstream retail chains, independent grocers, and online delivery.