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9 Surprising Creative uses of Rice and 10 Types of Rice

We’re all familiar with the very popular Oryza sativa. We all know it to be a staple food in many countries. But did you know, aside from eating there are other...

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14 Amazing Nutritious Types of Milk You Should Know About

August 31, 2021 0

A popular saying goes, “Oh, you can milk just...

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Try These Interesting Ways To Cook Eggs

May 19, 2020 0

One cannot deny the versatility of eggs in our...

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15 Food Hacks

July 1, 2020 0

Food preparation and consumption is a very vital part...

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Do You Know You Can Make Juice From Sweet Potato?

June 8, 2020 0

Sweet potato juice is an uncommon juice in our...

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7 Delicious Sorghum Recipes You’d Love to Try

January 16, 2024 0

Sorghum is an ancient cereal grain that has been...

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Yam Composition and Nutrients

July 18, 2020 0

Yam tubers play very significant roles in the socioeconomic...

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What is Tanjia Marrakchia?

August 4, 2023 0

Tanjia Marrakchia can be traced back to the heart...

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6 Best African Cookbooks for Beginners – The Ultimate Guide For African Cuisine

Deborah Olayiwola -

As an aspiring Chef or a food enthusiast looking...

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6 Foods You Should Avoid During Pregnancy

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What you eat during pregnancy will impact your health...

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Avocado (Pear)

Achodor Chima -

Avocados are a stone fruit with a creamy texture...

Tanzanian Chips Mayai (French Fries Omelette)

May 19, 2022 0

Chips Mayai is a combination of omelet, and French fries served with kachumbari and tomato ketchup. This dish is also known as Zege and...

Mtewem

June 17, 2022 0

Mtewem is a traditional Algerian dish, present during the holy month of Ramadan or on great occasions such as weddings. Most families always make this...

Oven Baked Tilapia Recipe

July 19, 2023 0

Tilapia is a freshwater fish known for its mild flavour and tender, flaky flesh. It comes in various species, but the most commonly found...

Basbousa (Semolina Cake)

June 24, 2022 0

Basbousa, an Egyptian semolina cake with yogurt is one of the best Egyptian desserts that come out fairly quickly. One bowl, mix and dump...

Eko(Agidi) and Efo Riro

May 9, 2024 0

Eko(agidi) and Efo riro create a mouthwatering contrast of textures and tastes. This simple yet satisfying combo charms all who try it, inspiring warm...

Akume and Ademe Sauce Recipe

August 26, 2021 0

Each country in the globe has its cuisine, Togo is one with a unique dish "Akume with Ademe Sauce", which we would share its...

African Salad (Abacha and Ugba)

November 21, 2016 0

African salad (Abacha food) is a delicious west African food that is native to the Ndi Igbo (people of Igbo), the native taste is...

Banana Soup

August 15, 2023 0

Banana soup is a type of soup made primarily from bananas. It is a unique and sometimes unconventional dish that combines the sweetness and...

Aslooz (Libyan Couscous-Based Dish)

June 23, 2022 1

Aslooz is a special dish in Libya that you can only enjoy its best flavor in spring or summer. Cheap and Cheerful are the...

Chef Spotlight

Chef Spotlight: Loraine Musix

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Chef Loraine Musix shares how her passion for cooking started at a young age and how she had her first chef role. AFN: Tell us...

Chef Spotlight: Thandolwethu Nkomo

Deborah Olayiwola -

Today, we've got the amazing Thandolwethu Nkomo, also known as Chef Black! She's a self-taught private chef and we're thrilled to have her with...

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...