Blend. Lodge & Kitchen

Blend Lodge & Kitchen is a lodge, restaurant and social gathering place off Kufa Road, behind the police station in Zomba, Malawi. The venue brings together freshly prepared food, drinks, accommodation, art and music within a leafy garden setting. Its garden offers a calm place for relaxing, studying, meeting for business or spending time with friends.

The kitchen prepares a varied selection of dishes throughout the day, with meals made on site by the kitchen team. The restaurant suits casual dining as well as visitors staying at the lodge, while the garden provides an alternative setting for drinks and informal gatherings. The overall style is relaxed and community-oriented, with food and hospitality placed alongside creative and cultural activities.

Blend Lodge & Kitchen also functions as a venue for social events and group activities. The programme can include yoga, art exhibitions, live music and barbecues, giving the garden a flexible role beyond restaurant dining. Events and group bookings can make the venue suitable for meetings, workshops and other organised gatherings, subject to arrangement with the venue.

The lodge provides an option for an overnight stay in Zomba, while the kitchen and garden make the property suitable for visitors who are not staying overnight. The setting works for travellers looking for a base in town, diners seeking a peaceful garden atmosphere, and local residents looking for a place to meet, work or take part in activities.

Blend Lodge & Kitchen can also assist with local arrangements connected to tours, taxi bookings and workshops. Its location provides a practical starting point for exploring Zomba, including the city’s market, university community and surrounding attractions. Educational tours and organised learning programmes form part of the venue’s wider offer, adding an educational dimension to its hospitality and events work.

With its combination of lodging, food, garden space and creative programming, Blend Lodge & Kitchen offers more than a standard restaurant visit. It is a flexible Zomba venue for meals, refreshments, overnight stays, group activities and informal connection, with the garden remaining central to its atmosphere.