Restaurant owner's gamble during Covid finally pays off

Jane Mwaura at serves at Sippers and Dynus Lounge in Nairobi. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Nestled along the bustling Argwings Kodhek Road, the thoroughfare that channels the city's traffic into the Hurlingham and Lavington neighbourhoods, the Sippers and Diners Restaurant and Lounge, commonly known as Sippers, stands as a beacon of ambience and classic service. Situated within the cosmopolitan area of the main Hurlingham shopping center, Sippers has undergone a significant transformation, evolving into a haven for patrons seeking not only delectable cuisine but also an inviting atmosphere.

Geoffrey Obura, the man behind the metamorphosis, took a bold step at a time when most investors were exercising caution due to the uncertainties brought about by the global Covid-19 pandemic. Having acquired the restaurant from the founders of the renowned Java Coffee House a few years ago, Obura utilised the lockdown period to breathe new life into the establishment.