People in West Africa take Jollof very, very seriously. It’s like paella in Spain or dirty rice in Cajun country. It has its variations to be sure, but they all happen inside a narrow range of options ...

Fermentation is a process where microorganisms like bacteria and yeast work together to break down complex carbohydrates and protein into simpler, more digestible forms. The fermentation process not ...

As you travel through the African diaspora, it can be hard to ignore similarities and familiarity between the cuisines. For example, venture to New Orleans for its iconic jambalaya, and you will ...

Africa’s impact on Latin American food is evident in many popular dishes. The traditions African slaves brought across the ocean, permanently impacted the food landscape from Cuba to Brazil. Enjoy ...

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Dive into African and Caribbean food at this shop that recently opened right outside of Ann Arbor. African & Caribbean Food Market opened its doors at 2895 Carpenter Road in ...

Africa in Paris, saving a Salvadoran street market, savoring Filipino roasts and stir-fries, tomato soup protest and the coming of Langer’s Godzilla pastrami. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of Food ...

Researchers, farmers, and global agricultural institutions are embracing long-neglected crops that promise better nutrition and more resilience to the changing climate. The first time the rains failed ...

Anne-Marie Urukundo, the African Communities Coordinator for Outgrowing Hunger, clears brush and tills land at a garden project for African refugee growers in May 2023. On a warm May morning, in a big ...

South Africa has emerged as the leading force in Africa’s fast-growing packaged foods market. With $18.5 billion in 2024 sales, South Africa leads Africa’s packaged food industry, commanding a ...

A recently created African food safety authority is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2026. The Africa Food Safety Agency (AfFSA) will be part of the African Union (AU), tasked with ...