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Chibwabwa Kabebya

Chibwabwa Kabebya is a traditional Zambian dish made from nutritious pumpkin leaves cooked with groundnuts, tomatoes, and onions, creating a rich and hearty flavor profile.

🇿🇲 Zambia$

Congo River Essence

Congo River Essence is a vibrant and flavorful stew that captures the essence of Central African cuisine, featuring fresh fish and hearty vegetables simmered in a spicy and aromatic peanut and palm oil sauce.

🇨🇬 Congo$$

Nyènou

Nyènou is a flavor-rich, traditional African dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a savory and spicy peanut tomato sauce, with hints of ginger and garlic.

🇹🇬 Togo$$

Umuceri na Nyama

Umuceri na Nyama is a hearty, savory dish combining rice with tender beef and aromatic spices, creating a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

🇷🇼 Rwanda$$

Chambo and Nkhwani Wrap

A savory and nutritious wrap featuring Malawian Chambo fish with Nkhwani greens and a blend of flavorful spices, perfect for a satisfying meal.

🇲🇼 Malawi$$

Bissau Kebabs

Bissau Kebabs are a flavorful and spicy dish originating from Guinea-Bissau, featuring marinated beef and a vibrant mix of vegetables, perfect for grilling.

🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau$$

Sardine Harsha

Sardine Harsha is a delightful savory flatbread infused with rich African and Mediterranean flavors, combining semolina and sardines for a unique, nutritious dish.

🇱🇾 Libya$

Rougag

Rougag is a savory, meat-filled pastry hailing from North Africa, featuring a flaky dough and a fragrant meat filling enhanced with olive oil and a hint of lemon.

🇩🇿 Algeria$$

Ibiharage

Ibiharage is a traditional East African bean stew that combines rich flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, and vegetables with nutrient-dense beans for a hearty and satisfying dish.

🇧🇮 Burundi$

Umhlalaphansi Feast

The Umhlalaphansi Feast is a hearty traditional dish featuring a rich blend of goat and beef, simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, perfect for a communal dining experience.

🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa$$

I've been...

Chibwabwa Kabebya

Congo River Essence

Nyènou

Umuceri na Nyama

Chambo and Nkhwani Wrap

Bissau Kebabs

Sardine Harsha

Rougag

Ibiharage

Umhlalaphansi Feast

I've been...

Chibwabwa Kabebya

Congo River Essence

Nyènou

Umuceri na Nyama

Chambo and Nkhwani Wrap

Bissau Kebabs

Sardine Harsha

Rougag

Ibiharage

Umhlalaphansi Feast