African Art and Food Sharing History and Heritage

Can you run a marathon every day for 352 days in a row? Ultra marathon runners running the length and width of Africa take running marathons to a whole new level. The World Runners Association  sets stringent criteria for circumnavigation and continent-crossing runs.  These criteria include starting and finishing at opposite extremities of a continent, traveling continuously on foot, and not using shortcuts like air or sea transport unless unavoidable and with precise continuation from the exit point.  Jesper Kenn Olsen, the first ultra-runner to run across Africa Jesper Kenn Olsen An ultra runner is someone who participates in ultramarathons races that exceed the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles). These events can be up to 100 miles or more and include extreme terrains like mountains, deserts, or forests.    Jesper Kenn Olsen is a Danish ultra-runner renowned for his ambitious global running projects. He was the first person to run...

Sarah Baartman in modern times, from Human Zoos to Music Videos the History of the Black Female Body on Display Both human zoos and modern music videos showcase Black female bodies for sexual public viewing shaped by power and profit.  People compare Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B to Sarah Baartman because all three became famous in part because of their bodies.   But Sarah Baartman didn’t have a choice. Hundreds of years ago, she was taken from Africa and put on display in Europe, where people treated her like an object instead of a person.  Sarah Baartman Today, Megan and Cardi use their bodies in music and videos by choice, showing confidence and making money.  The question is even though they are in control, are they really free from the same old idea of people treating Black women’s bodies as something to stare at and judge? It’s something to think about.  The history of the Black female body being displayed for public consumption is a story rooted in oppr...

Here at the African Gourmet food forest as a proud yam farmer I’ve spent my life growing and harvesting the finest yams straight from Gods’ good earth.  It’s a special treat cooking with fresh yams as they are sweeter, richer, and carry the essence of the soil and sun. When you use fresh yams in your recipes, like our Almond Milk Sweet Yam Pie , you are tasting a sweet dessert dish but using the natural flavor and texture that only freshly harvested yams provide. Unlike canned yams that come packed in syrup and lose their naturalness during processing, fresh yams retain their vibrant wholesome flavor, nutrients, and velvety texture.  Fresh Yams are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making them not only delicious but also nourishing.  When you bite into this sweet yam pie every mouthful carries the authenticity of farm-to-table goodness, a connection to the land, and the care that goes into growing these golden treasures. So roll up your sleeves, grab some fresh yams...

Air Fryer Fufu Fries with Spicy Ketchup Spice up your fry game with Fufu Fries by shaping firm fufu into fries, season with salt and air fry. Eat with spicy ketchup. Fufu fries are chewy and dense compared to classic French fries. The flavor of fufu fries is subtle and mild with a smooth, starchy bite. Fufu Fries Air Fryer Fufu Fries with Spicy Ketchup Ingredients Prepared plantain fufu (see the easy recipe below) Salt to taste Directions  Roll the fufu into a flat rectangle and chill until firm. Slice into fry-sized pieces. Lightly brush with Avocado oil for a golden finish. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.  Place the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 13-15 minutes  until the fufu fries are crispy and golden brown. Season with more salt if desired and serve with spicy ketchup. Spicy Ketchup for Fufu Fries  To make the spicy ketchup simply take your favorite brand of ketchup add 1/2 cup to 1 tablespoon of smoked papr...