West Africa

Given that the U.S. has long been a melting pot of cultures, other countries' traditions have always been a big part of what's considered to…

Nigeria Breeze is aiming to open by the end of the month in National City and hoping to widen the spotlight on West African cuisine.…

Jainaba Jeng wants to take you on a culinary journey to Africa—and you’ll never have to leave the comfort of your own home. Originally from…

If you're looking to spice up your cooking routine, consider grains of paradise: it's warm, peppery, and woody with citrusy floral notes. Once you've tried…

Rise & Dine is a SAVEUR column by Senior Editor Megan Zhang, an aspiring early riser who seeks to explore the culture of mornings and rituals of…

After years on the periphery, West African and Nigerian food is recognised worldwide as a global cuisine. Nigerian chefs are elevating the country’s food to…

13 October 2020By Adrian Miller, Features correspondentYulia ReznikovThe surprising origin of fried chicken (Credit: Yulia Reznikov)Fried chicken is as emblematic of the US South as collard greens…

Rice is a grain so ubiquitous in cooking that its versatility and deliciousness are often underestimated. Don't make that mistake. Whether it's long- or short-grained,…

Beginning in the 17th century, slaves from Indonesia and India were brought to work the farms of Cape Town, South Africa. They came to be…

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