Date and Banana Mix (Burundi): A Taste of East Africa The scent of baking bananas always brings me back to my grandmother’s kitchen. She wasn’t Burundian, but she had a similar knack for transforming simple ingredients into comforting treats. I remember her banana bread, always slightly caramelized around the edges, and the way the whole … Read more
Ibiharage: A Taste of Burundi’s Hearty Bean Stew I’ll never forget the aroma that wafted from my neighbor’s kitchen during my brief stint volunteering in East Africa. It was a savory, earthy scent that hinted at warm spices and simmering goodness. One evening, she invited me in to share a meal, and that’s where I … Read more
Boko Boko Harees: A Taste of Burundian Comfort I remember the first time I encountered Boko Boko Harees. It was in a small, bustling kitchen in Bujumbura, the former capital of Burundi. The aroma of turmeric and fried onions hung heavy in the air, promising something deeply satisfying. I watched as a woman, her face … Read more