Mama Lolly's (2026)

We produce the finest, handmade Scotch Bonnet and Habanero chilli sauces and traditional Caribbean marinades. The judges said that Mama Lolly's Yellow sauce "delivers fantastic flavour" and that they loved "the grand colour to this vibrant sauce, the consistency is creamy whilst the flavour opens up with fruitiness and power, (the sauce has) good consistency with turmeric and spices present. On tasting the interesting flavour develops through acid and intense chilli heat that continues on the palate. Overall a fine product and we enjoy the journey in it." Mama Lolly's granddaughter, Donna-Lee Tapper, grew up in Antigua, tasting and cooking the hot sauce recipes handed down over generations in her family. Donna and her mother first opened a restaurant there, named after her grandmother Mama Lolly, who was known and loved for her wise words, bursts of hearty laughter and her fabulously delicious food. They made their families own traditional cooking sauces and hot pepper sauces for use in the restaurant. After 11 years at the restaurant Donna relocated to the UK where she worked as a chef in The Grain Shop, Portobello Road London, and Planet Organic Vegetarian Kitchens. She continued to make the sauces here in London. Just as the restaurant was fitting recognition of Mama Lolly, the sauces also share Mama Lolly's soul-southing warmth and Caribbean authenticity. "We are passionate about what we do. We have grown our business from our Caribbean family kitchen, and brought it to the UK. And we believe hot sauces should be made as they've been made for generations, fabulously fiery and imparting joy and warmth into our
lives."

05/10/2026

When patty royalty shows love to the peppa sauce!🔥 A Big thank you to Port Royal for featuring Mama Lolly’s alongside their legendary bakes. Whether you like the fiery original red, the medium heat Sunshine yellow, the fresh green herb, or the coming soon sweet heat of our new plantain sauce, we make real, honest flavour.
Pick up a proper patty and keep your Mama Lolly’s close!!

05/08/2026

Sometimes, the quietest seasons hold the most powerful momentum.

I’ve been away from this space for a bit, taking time where it was needed most- tending to home, family, and the things that truly anchor us when life gets heavy.

But behind the scenes, the work hasn't stopped. The passion for our food, our flavours, my love for Antigua, the Caribbean, and the legacy passed down from my grandmother, Mama Lolly, has been burning as brightly as ever✨️
In that quiet time, I’ve been perfecting a brand-new Limited edition creation,
a rich, vibrant spiced Plantain pepper sauce!🌟
and today, I am so proud to share that it has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Great British Food Awards! 🌶️✨

To be recognized as a finalist for the second time for something born out of pure love, heritage, and hard work means more to me than words can say. It’s a reminder that even when life feels overwhelming, the craft holds firm.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey, sent love, or believed in what we bring to the table. Final results come out this autumn, but for now, we celebrate the journey.

🌶️ LIMITED MICRO-BATCH
PRE-ORDER 🌶️
To mark this finalist milestone, I am opening pre-orders for a very limited run of 20 jars.

Price: £8.50 per jar
made fresh to order
***keep refrigerated once opened***

Timeline: Pre-orders open today. Jars will be freshly prepared, hand-labeled, and ready for dispatch/pickup starting next week (mid-August).

How to Reserve: Comment "PLANTAIN" below or send a DM to claim your jar before the 20 slots fill up!

Who’s ready to try a jar?

Donna-Lee

02/06/2026

Leaving Antigua is never easy, but I’m returning to London with a full and happy heart and so many beautiful memories! 🇦🇬✨

A special, heartfelt thank you to the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority for making this entire experience possible and inviting Mama Lolly’s to participate in Culinary Month.

The Mama Lolly’s 'Homecoming Harvest' was incredibly humbling. To everyone who welcomed us home with open arms and to all the phenomenal chefs I had the pleasure of meeting - thank you.

A huge thank you to the amazing team at The Fox House, It was an honour to share the kitchen with such dedicated hospitality professionals.

Siboney Beach Club for such stunning hospitality and service.

The Fab Fest team for giving us the opportunity to share Mama Lolly's award winning hot sauces with a very willing public🥰

and the Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association () for putting together this incredible lineup

It was an absolute privilege from start to finish. I look forward to returning and cooking on the island again soon! 🇦🇬
Until next time... 👋🏾💙

31/05/2026

From Mama Lolly’s kitchen straight to the shores of Antigua—the place I love. 🇦🇳🌴🌶️

Looking at this bottle of Original Red against the horizon, I’m reminded of how much this island and my beautiful grandmother shaped everything I do. This sauce is more than just heat; it’s a tribute to her, a piece of home, and a reminder of the lessons she taught me. Fiercely fiery, just like her spirit. 🔥

Thank you

CaribbeanFlavors TasteOfHome

12/05/2026

What a beautiful evening ❤️🌴

In preparation for we hosted a special preview supper club to bring The Homecoming Harvest to a London table ahead of our event , and it could not have gone better.

The room was filled with smiles, laughter, and the incredible energy that comes when good people gather over great food. From the very first course to dessert, the dishes went down a treat and seeing everyone connect with the flavours meant so much to us.

A little taste of the Caribbean in London… and we’re only just getting started ✨🍽️

If you'd like to join us for the full dining experience with live music entertainment visit to book your seat at the table 🎟

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