I have said before that one of my favourite things in the whole world is boiled fresh groundnuts with that warm, traditional aroma. I’ve also mentioned my love for coconut and for this marriageable fish soup. Ahh. Imagine my delight when, on Saturday, Mr N and I found fresh groundnuts at the farmers’ market. They … Read more

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PrizesWithPost #CerealAnytime #CollectiveBias I love taking unexpected ingredients and turning them into delicious dishes. That’s exactly what inspired this breakfast pizza with a cereal crust—yes, a crust made from cereal. It’s simple, wholesome and full of flavor. For … Read more

This creamy Mango Ice Cream is silky and fruity with a bright mango flavor that’s sweet without being overpowering. It uses just a few ingredients and requires no ice cream machine, making it a simple, satisfying homemade treat. My family — the official taste testers — absolutely love this homemade Mango Ice Cream. It’s a … Read more

African Chicken Peanut Stew is creamy, garlicky, and packed with savory peanut flavor—ready in about 30 minutes. Add this easy, comforting stew to your weekly dinner rotation. I grew up in Cameroon, in Central/West Africa, where groundnut soup (often called peanut stew) is a staple. Versions of this dish appear across West and Central Africa—Nigeria, … Read more

Sweet Fried Plantains made perfectly: tender and slightly crisp on the outside, sweet and meaty on the inside. This quick 15-minute side is an easy, versatile addition to any meal. In this article you’ll learn how to make perfectly cooked sweet fried plantains every time. I can’t get enough of them—whether as a snack, a … Read more

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream that’s rich, ultra-creamy, and made with only three simple ingredients—no traditional ice cream maker required. This no-cook, no-churn recipe is effortless and yields delicious, scoopable ice cream with about 15 minutes of hands-on preparation. With minimal prep, you’ll have a classic vanilla treat that beats store-bought versions every time. If you’re … Read more

Give me these twisted doughnuts warm with a glass of milk and I will be in snacking heaven! These twisted doughnuts are soft and pillowy on the inside with an irresistible buttery flavor. They’re a playful variation of African doughnuts shaped into twists — fun to make and delightful to eat. I first learned about … Read more

Hello friends! Cooking is so much fun. Today I’ll show you how I make Cameroonian gateau — a doughnut-like snack commonly sold on the streets, in bakeries, and in grocery stores across Cameroon. Although gateau literally means “cake” in French, these are more like beignets or puff-puff: they’re thicker, richer, and keep longer than classic … Read more

When a recipe disappears every time you make it, you know it’s a keeper. That’s exactly my experience with Coconut Sweet, homemade toasted coconut flakes made from fresh coconut. They are incredibly tasty, perfectly crisp, and wonderfully coconutty. I lose all self-control when this is in the house. I snack on it while it’s still … Read more

Hello, everyone! February has been treating me well — how are you doing? Last week I set aside a day to refresh my kitchen. I was tired of clutter and of everyday items being hard to find, so I decluttered, removed things I rarely use, and reorganized. It felt like a fresh start. I don’t … Read more