DISCOVER AFRICAN FOOD

Ethiopian Berbere Spice: A History

In Amharic, the state language of Ethiopia, 'barbare' means pepper or hot. Not surprisingly, berbere spice, the flavor backbone of Ethiopian cooking, gives traditional Ethiopian dishes that fiery kick.

Caramel Popcorn Recipe: Di Ya Wela

Di Ya Wela host Jabi Matsoso shows how to make easy & tasty caramel popcorn. While this popcorn is not a traditional bake, it’s a sweet and easy snack that accompanies the other recipes in this episode perfectly.

What is Biltong Jerky?

Biltong jerky, at its most basic, is cured and dried meat of Southern African origin that came out of the need to preserve meat from game such as kudu, impala, springbok and even wildebeest. It’s a popular delicacy in South Africa, eaten on its own or as an ingredient in various dishes.

Cheese Scones Recipe: Di Ya Wela

Di Ya Wela host Jabi Matsoso shows how to make easy & tasty cheese scones. You can customize this recipe by using whatever kind of cheese you would like, but Jabi chooses cheddar, one of her favorites, for a zing of flavor.