Better than takeout, this Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice is packed with juicy pieces of chicken and shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and bold flavors. A little prep ahead makes this recipe ready in about 25 minutes, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining. This easy shrimp and chicken fried rice works for everyday meals, special dinners, … Read more

Of all the dishes in the world, grilled fish is one of the simplest pleasures — crowd-pleasing, healthy, and undeniably delicious. If you rarely cook grilled fish at home, you’re missing out on something special. I used to stop by the roadside where “Mami Fish” sat fanning charcoal with a cut piece of carton. On … Read more

Happy New Year! Start the year light and fresh with this crisp, crunchy cabbage salad. If healthy eating is one of your goals, this simple salad is a great place to begin. This cabbage salad works wonderfully as a side dish or a light main. It’s super crunchy, tangy from the dressing, and has a … Read more

Looking for a tasty and playful way to serve chicken drumsticks? Try these Chicken Drumsticks Lollipops. Crunchy-skinned, well-seasoned, and finished with a sticky sweet chili glaze, they’re ideal for parties, weeknight dinners, or game day snacking. What Is A Chicken Lollipop? Chicken lollipops are simply drumsticks that have been “Frenched” so the bone is exposed … Read more

Chocolate lovers, rejoice! These easy, moist chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting deliver a tender crumb and intense chocolate flavor without fuss. They’re simple to make, kid-friendly, and indulgently dreamy. My Kids Can’t Get Enough My oldest daughter took one bite and declared, “I can’t even think. I just keep thinking of those chocolate cupcakes!” As … Read more

While preparing a fresh batch of kwacoco with banga soup, an old song kept playing in my head: If you want to marry Bakweri woman, prepare! You have to prepare! Prepare to eat Timanambusa. Prepare! Hands up if that tune sounds familiar. Kwacoco and banga soup is the traditional dish of the Bakweri people of … Read more

Coconut Doughnuts are crisp on the outside and tender and cakey on the inside. Quick to prepare and deeply satisfying, they make a perfect snack, party treat, or finger food and can be ready in about 30 minutes. If you love fried dough and the flavor of coconut, these doughnuts are for you. Serve them … Read more

It was party time! I attended a Cameroonian celebration and recorded my experience to share a taste of Cameroonian food and a typical party menu. These gatherings usually revolve around eating, drinking, talking, and sometimes dancing. For me, it’s always about the food. I actually managed to vlog again — “managed” because I nearly gave … Read more

Gospel music has a way of turning ordinary moments into times of worship. I can stand at the sink, wash a single plate, and be completely absorbed—singing, nodding, and carried along by the melody. These songs draw me into the presence of God and often feel like a gentle reminder of grace. Choosing favorites is … Read more

I am learning to become a more thankful person, and I am amazed at how such a small shift in attitude can bring big, positive changes to my life. I’ve discovered that negative thinking and ingratitude are unhelpful. Negativity tends to grow, and when I focus on what I don’t have or what’s gone wrong, … Read more