What Are Adinkra Symbols? A Journey into Akan Wisdom Adinkra symbols are more than just decorative motifs; they represent the cultural heritage, wisdom, and values of the Akan people of Ghana. These symbols convey profound messages about life, morality, and…
Why Rosemond Writes Why I write. I love languages. I am a linguist who loves making words come to life whether in the written or spoken form. I have always wondered why I was born. Why did God make me?…
As a tradition, my family’s Sunday lunch menu always includes Jollof Rice. It has gradually become a staple in our house unlike growing up back home in Ghana, where it was a rare treat during holidays or special occasions.Jollof Rice…
In most West African countries, Egusi stew or soup is an important staple. Many people like it with Kontomire(Cocoyam leaves) or spinach leaves, the taste is always flavorful and is great for those who want to try something different once…
I love this green pepper sauce and the great thing about it is that it tastes great no matter how you make it. It is also very easy to make and can be used as a marinade for fish, poultry…
I love all my food with a little kick and as such my home is always replete with pepper sauces from the very simple to the more complex. These can be used as a dip, condiment or just plain sauce…
Waakye pronounced (Waa-Chay) is one of my favorite foods on the planet. It is mainly enjoyed by almost everyone in Ghana. Many friends of Kalahari Foods have asked for the recipe and to make it very simple to prepare it,…
My husband Isaac and I have a passion for sharing our love for African food which all started with a dream and a passion for food. “Our families come from Ghana, West Africa; and we have lived on three continents:…
When my youngest daughter was eight year old and read, she always followed me around, I made sure to put her to work. Her main task in the evenings was to read the bible to me. Oh yes, I make…
My biggest dream since childhood was to grow up and become serious. I heard so many comments growing up about not being serious, you would almost think it was a birth defect. The problem, some of the things that came…