If you’ve been following the blog, you already know that Mr. N and I decided to homeschool the girls beginning last July. This post looks back on our first year of homeschooling and the memories we made along the way. I snapped most photos with my phone, so they aren’t professional quality, but they capture … Read more

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast or brunch with this Sourdough French Toast Recipe. Thick slices of sourdough transform into French toast that is golden and crisp on the outside and creamy and custardy inside. Ready in about 30 minutes, this is an easy, flavorful option for a special morning or weekend gathering. This French toast … Read more

He entered a village where ten men stood together, their bodies marked by an unpleasant and contagious skin disease. Their skin was roughened and scarred, a visible sign of long suffering. United by pain and hope, they had likely heard of His healing power. Though their voices may not have been melodious, they called out … Read more

This Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe is foolproof and yields creamy, delicious mayonnaise perfect for sandwiches, salads, dips, and more. Use it wherever you would use store-bought mayo. Easy Homemade Mayonnaise I learned to make mayonnaise in secondary school in Cameroon. After that first lesson, I practiced making it at home and kept refining the method. Over … Read more

I love making hot cross buns every year around Easter. Here are My Favorite Hot Cross Buns — warmly spiced, incredibly fluffy, and full of flavor. They’re perfect for Easter breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave a fragrant, comforting treat. Hot cross buns! Hot cross buns! One a penny, two a penny, hot cross … Read more

Mbongo Tchobi is a bold, aromatic black stew originating with the Bassa people of Cameroon. Its distinctive deep color and flavor come from mbongo spice, an intensely fragrant seed that is traditionally charred, ground, and added to the sauce. Because of its rich, smoky aroma and satisfying heat, the dish has become popular across Cameroon … Read more

Here’s a simple, budget-friendly weekly meal plan to make your week easier. I plan meals based on what’s already in my kitchen and what fits my budget, so these ideas are practical, tasty, and easy to shop for. Below are five weekday meals with images and a clear shopping list at the end to help … Read more

Accra Banana – crunchy on the outside and soft inside, sweet and slightly salty chewy balls that taste like home. These African banana fritters are irresistible. A Snack From My Childhood When I was in primary school, I would spend my break allowance on Accra Banana from the dining shed. Those simple fritters—made from banana … Read more

If keeping fit is one of your resolutions this year, here are delicious, clean-eating recipes to help you lose weight and feel great. I discovered that weight loss often comes down to what you eat. I once tried eating very clean for a week — no refined white flour or rice, no sugar, minimal oil, … Read more

Cameroonian Soya is the ultimate street-food grilled meat — spicy, smoky, and impossible to ignore. This simple, flavorful snack or appetizer comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for a casual weekend treat. I love making soya at the end of the week. It’s an easy recipe that pairs wonderfully with a cold … Read more