This year, the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan coincides with the Christian Lent – a rare and significant overlap of two spiritual times of reflection, of…
Fonio: The super grain from West Africa you have to try! Have you ever heard of fonio? No? Then it's about time! This tiny grain of cereal…
Kola nut: The mysterious fruit of West Africa. The kola nut, or from the French Noix de Cola or Pèh in Bamoun, is far more than just a…
The year 2024 is drawing to a close, and my heart is filled with boundless gratitude. This year has been…
It's almost here! Just a few more days, and we'll be in the midst of some of the most important holidays of the year. Almost everyone is in the…
Temperatures are dropping, the days are getting shorter, and the first snow is covering the landscape – it's officially winter. This is the time of year when we look for…
Béwolé, also known as Biteku teku or leaf amaranth, is a green leafy plant that plays an important role in the cuisine of many African countries. The…
If you've never heard of Poulet Yassa, you've definitely missed out. This West African dish from Senegal is a real…
This recipe takes me back to my childhood in Cameroon. “4à5”, also known as Abgeli Kaklo or Cassava Balls, are deep-fried cassava beignets that…