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Jan 88 min read
South Africa is a Wine Lover’s Paradise – Here’s Where to Stay and What to Do
The vineyards surrounding Cape Town are a joy to discover, from guided tours and tastings to world-class accommodation and dining Wine...


Dec 9, 20246 min read
Why Kigali Is Africa’s Most Exciting Food City
Go for extravagant pan-African tasting menus anchored in regional ingredients and a craft coffee movement at its crescendo. By Sarah Khan...

Nov 15, 20246 min read
A Guide to the Best Food and Drinks in South Africa
Eating is an excellent way to the heart of the Rainbow Nation. Photo: Dreamer Company/Shutterstock By James Bainbridge South Africa's ...


Oct 28, 20249 min read
Meet the Chefs Rustling Up Magic in Cape Town's Kitchens
Tasty tour through South Africa's Winelands and tastiest coastal stretches in search of game-changing gourmands and the best restaurants...


Oct 16, 202411 min read
Alexander Smalls on Bringing the Best of Africa’s Cuisines Into Homes Around the World
The chef's latest cookbook, out this week, “highlights Africa's gifts to the world, through people and food." Photo: Bea Da Costa By...


Sep 30, 20243 min read
Vivid Colours and Bold Flavours: The Nigerian Food Boom
By Emmanuella Alausa Have you ever tried fufu or efo riro? Or moi moi? If you haven’t already, you might do soon, because they’re...


Sep 28, 20243 min read
These African Safari Lodges Offer High-end Cuisine With a Focus on Local Ingredients
Safari lodges are swapping staid Continental menus for fresh recipes that spotlight Indigenous ingredients. By Mary Holland Klein Jan, at...


Sep 9, 20244 min read
A guide to travelling to Zambia solo as a Black woman
From game drives and luxurious boltholes to bucket list views of Victoria Falls By Vivienne Dovi I’m very passionate about learning...


Jun 25, 20245 min read
The Definitive Guide to South African Cuisine, a Diverse Food Culture
This unique cuisine is something for your taste buds to check out By Mark Stock The podium for global cuisine is too often hogged by...


Jun 22, 20243 min read
Where to Shop, Eat, and Stay in Sierra Leone's Capital, According to the City's Top Fashion Designer
The under-the-radar capital of Sierra Leone has lively beaches, thought-provoking art, and great shopping. Fashion designer MaryAnn Kai...


Jun 17, 20242 min read
Top 3 Foodie Festivals You Need to Visit in South Africa
From the harmonious sizzles of a braai to the tantalising aromas permeating the air, a food festival in South Africa is a sensory...


Jun 14, 20244 min read
South Africa’s Cultural Feast: A Tapestry of Tasteful Traditions
South Africa’s food festivals offer a sensory feast of flavors, aromas, and culinary practices that authentically represent the country’s...


Jun 12, 20243 min read
Kigali, Rwanda, Is One of East Africa's Most Stylish Cities — Here's Where to Eat, Drink, and Shop, According to a Local
Kigali, Rwanda, Is One of East Africa's Most Stylish Cities — Here's Where to Eat, Drink, and Shop, According to a Local Pierra...


Jun 2, 20244 min read
This Chef in Rwanda Wants to Create a Revolution in African Cuisine
"Our first mission is to promote the amazing ingredients and cuisines within Africa." By Matt Ozug, Juana Summers, Tinbete Ermyas KIGALI,...


May 16, 20247 min read
A Guide to the Swartland, South Africa's Most Underrated Wine Region
Producing some of the country’s most sought-after bottles, this lesser-known wine community is morphing into a design haven well worth...


Feb 16, 20246 min read
Cape Town Chefs Champion Indigenous Ingredients Like Never Before
A wave of homegrown chefs are telling their stories on the plate in the South African city. By Sarah Khan During the fourth course of the...

Feb 15, 20241 min read
Food Truck Business Breaks New Ground in Ethiopia
By Shewangizaw Wegayehu In Ethiopia's city of Hawassa, a tale of resilience and entrepreneurship is unfolding on the streets. Addis...


Feb 8, 20249 min read
Come to Mauritius for the Beaches, Stay for the Best Cuisine You’ve Never Heard Of
It’s a food paradise in the Indian Ocean with its own style of both rum and dim sum. There’s no shortage of places to catch beautiful...


Jan 10, 20242 min read
Africa's Culinary Queens: Breaking World Records and Serving Culture
Ghanaian chef Failatu Abdul-Razak (L), Ugandan chef Dorcus Bashebah (M) and Nigerian chef Hilda Baci (R)  -  Copyright © africanews By...


Jan 7, 20243 min read
A World Famous Chef Returns Home to Ethiopia
By Samuel Getachew ADDIS ABABA — World renowned Ethiopian-born chef Marcus Samuelsson has opened his first Africa-based restaurant in the...
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