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Ukuta Ugali

Ukuta Ugali is a traditional Kenyan dish made from maize flour, water, and salt. It is a staple food, known for its simplicity and versatility, often served as an accompaniment to various proteins and vegetables.

🇹🇿 Tanzania$

Arisi Upma

A savory South Indian breakfast dish, Arisi Upma is a delightful blend of rice and lentils complemented by aromatic spices and coconut, perfect for a hearty yet mild morning start.

🇮🇳 Tamil Nadu, India$

Changa Chai

Changa Chai is a warm, invigorating beverage combining the health benefits of chaga mushroom with traditional chai spices for a soothing and energizing drink.

🇰🇪 Kenya$$

Samanu Spread

Samanu Spread is a traditional Persian dessert made from wheat and whole wheat flour, cooked slowly to bring out its sweet and nutty flavors. It is often served during the Persian New Year, Nowruz.

🇹🇯 Tajikistan$$

Nokail Matbouk

Nokail Matbouk, a traditional North African dish, combines the spiciness of harissa with the rich flavors of nokail, tomatoes, and a unique Tunisian spice blend for a savory delight.

🇪🇬 Egypt$$

Sassy Island Treat

Sassy Island Treat is a tropical dessert that combines the creamy taste of coconut with the sweet tang of pineapple, finished off with a warm hint of nutmeg.

🇯🇲 Jamaica$

Borscht Purée

Borscht Purée is a vibrant and delicious Eastern European soup made from root vegetables. This puréed version of borscht offers a smooth, creamy texture with a tangy finish from lemon juice and sour cream.

🇺🇦 Ukraine$

Gudeg Santapan

Gudeg Santapan is a traditional Javanese dish made with tender young jackfruit simmered in rich coconut milk, enhanced by aromatic spices and palm sugar for a deliciously savory and sweet flavor blend.

🇮🇩 Yogyakarta, Indonesia$$

Pulaka Pockets

Pulaka Pockets offer a delightful combination of creamy coconut-flavored pulaka encased in a warm, homemade pastry shell, flavored with aromatic spices and herbs.

🇹🇻 Tuvalu$$

Saharan Savory Bites

Saharan Savory Bites are crispy, flavor-packed treats, perfect for any time of the day. They combine chickpeas with a blend of spices for a taste that transports you to the deserts of North Africa.

🇹🇩 Chad$

I've been...

Ukuta Ugali

Arisi Upma

Changa Chai

Samanu Spread

Nokail Matbouk

Sassy Island Treat

Borscht Purée

Gudeg Santapan

Pulaka Pockets

Saharan Savory Bites

I've been...

Ukuta Ugali

Arisi Upma

Changa Chai

Samanu Spread

Nokail Matbouk

Sassy Island Treat

Borscht Purée

Gudeg Santapan

Pulaka Pockets

Saharan Savory Bites