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From hearty stews to fragrant grains, experience traditional African recipes and the history behind every dish.

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African proverbs teach weak leaders should not expect great results; inadequate leadership skills ruin the best campaigns. The need for strong leadership has never been more important with the world and African economies.

Weak Leaders Should Not Expect Great Results, Here are the top 20 qualities that make a great leader.

A Stroke Of The Foot Cannot Fell A Palm Tree" ~ African Proverb
A Stroke Of The Foot Cannot Fell A Palm Tree ~ African Proverb


Creativity is the opposite of routine.

The beginning of everything is sweet but over time true colors show. ~African Proverb
The beginning of everything is sweet but over time
true colors show. ~African Proverb


Endurance is patience concentrated

An army of sheep led by a lion can defeat an army of lions led by sheep. ~African Proverb
An army of sheep led by a lion can defeat an army of
lions led by sheep. ~African Proverb


Thought change leads to life change

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The African Gourmet explores how African food, history, and science intertwine. Here, a plant is a healer, a story is a map, and the kitchen is a laboratory. I’m Ivy — a writer raised by historians, now sharing Africa’s wisdom from the U.S. through cookbooks, cultural research, and storytelling. If you’re curious about where flavor meets memory, you belong here.

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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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