Unveiling the Serenity of Mali Lemon Grass Tea The first time I tasted lemongrass tea, I was miles away from any recognizable kitchen, huddled around a crackling fire under a star-studded Malian sky. A local woman, her hands weathered by the sun and earth, offered me a steaming cup from a battered enamel pot. The … Read more
Vanilla Ginger Bissap: A Taste of Mali The memory of my first taste of bissap is as vivid as the crimson hue of the drink itself. I was volunteering at a community kitchen in New York City, when a volunteer from Mali introduced me to this vibrant hibiscus tea. The sweet-tart flavor, laced with a … Read more
Meni-meniyong: Sesame and Honey Sticks from Mali The scent of toasted sesame seeds always transports me back to a small market in Bamako. The air was thick with the aroma of spices and roasting nuts, and tucked away in a corner was a woman carefully shaping these very sesame and honey sticks. Their simple sweetness, … Read more