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Physical Properties of Food

In a broad sense, the physical properties of food may be defined as those properties that lend themselves to description and quantification by physical rather than chemical means. Their importance stretches...

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Foods That Relieve Constipation

July 10, 2020 0

It is an unbearable thing to have difficulty in...

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Different Methods of Food Preservation

August 18, 2020 0

Food preservation refers to the processes you use to...

African Cuisine

15 Weird African Food

July 24, 2023 0

African cuisine is incredibly diverse, featuring a wide range...

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13 Amazing Dishes in Northern Nigeria

April 5, 2024 1

The Northern region of Nigeria is excellent for its...

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What Does Fufu Taste Like

September 18, 2023 0

What does fufu taste like? The taste of fufu...

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Why You Should Sleep Nude

December 5, 2016 0

What do we really know about sleeping nude? Sleeping is...

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This Is The Perfect Cooking Time For Vegetables

May 17, 2020 0

Vegetables are staple food crops in Nigeria. Vegetables are...

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8 Foods that Boost your Immune System

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How can you improve your immune system? On the...

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Do You Know What Makes Tomato Red?

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Tomato plants are widely grown in temperate climates which...

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Nigerian Meals Time Table – Balance Diets importance you should start implementing

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In Nigerian Meals Time Table – Importance of Balance Diets. In...

Tunisian Couscous

February 14, 2024 0

Tunisian couscous is a classic traditional dish that is comforting and flavorful. The couscous is steamed and served with meat, vegetables, and chickpeas. Key Takeaways: Couscous...

Beghrir Pancakes

June 17, 2022 0

Beghrirs are Moroccan pancakes served with honey-butter sauce. Best during Ramadan for breaking the fast or pre-dawn, but certainly great anytime. What is Beghrir? Beghrir or baghrir...

Yellow Rice

February 14, 2022 0

Yellow rice is a traditional dish that is popular across several continents of the world. In Spanish, Iranian, West Asian, Moroccan, Ecuadorian, Peruvian, Caribbean,...

Ofada Sauce

May 23, 2022 0

Ofada sauce is a delicious variation of Nigerian stews cooked with palm oil, fermented locust beans, and bell peppers. This delicious sauce gets its...

Muamba De Galinha (Angolan Chicken Stew)

August 19, 2024 0

Homemade Muamba de Galinha is a dish you simply cannot miss. The aromatic Angolan chicken stew is a perfect weeknight meal. For those who are...

Strawberry Watermelon Juice

September 15, 2023 0

"Strawberry Watermelon" refers to a combination of flavor profile that combines strawberries' sweet and juicy taste with the refreshing and slightly tangy flavor of...

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

December 4, 2023 0

Mashed sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed year-round, but are especially popular during the holiday season. They...

Lamb and Cauliflower Stew

June 10, 2022 0

Lamb and cauliflower make an excellent pairing in this hearty lamb and cauliflower stew with so many sweet flavors. The thing is, a warm...

Gomen Wat – (Ethiopian Collard Greens)

May 23, 2022 0

If you’re looking for an authentic Ethiopian veggie side dish to serve with your Ethiopian entree, Gomen is among the most popular and delicious. This...

Chef Spotlight

Africook Spotlight: Shalom Okeke

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We're spotlighting our top Africooks of the month and we're super excited to feature the amazing Shalom Okeke, aka Sobecooks! We've noticed your dedication...

Chef Spotlight: Shanazi Chanda

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Shanazi Chanda, a 32-year-old who grew up in Zambia shared how she transitioned from a marketing background to the culinary world. AFN: Tell us about...