Discover the Taste of a Continent
Welcome to Food54
Food54 is your passport to the vibrant, diverse, and deeply rooted culinary traditions of all 54 African countries. From the smoky jollof pots of West Africa to the spice-laden stews of North Africa, the rich nyama choma platters of the East to the hearty braais of the South; African food tells stories of heritage, community, innovation, and identity. At Food54, we believe food is more than nourishment. It’s culture, connection, and celebration.
Submit Your RecipesAuthentic Dishes from All 54 Countries
What You'll Find on Food54:
Explore iconic and hidden gems of African cuisine, country by country. Learn the origins, significance, and how to cook each dish through guides, Thieboudienne in Cameroon's Ndole, Morocco's Tagine, South Africa's Bunny Chow, and beyond!
Where to Find African Food Near You
Find the best African restaurants whether you're in London, New York, Dubai, Paris, Tokyo or Toronto. We help you find authentic markets, restaurants, markets, pop-ups and catering services. Use our geo-location feature or curated city guides to locate the real taste of home wherever you are.
Meet the Chefs and Food Creators
Get to know the chefs, grandmothers, street vendors, and culinary entrepreneurs bringing African cuisine to the world! Through interviews, insights and video stories, we bring a light on the people preserving tradition and pushing boundaries.
Food54 Originals – Series & Shows
Watch original Food54 content: cooking shows, travel episodes, street food diaries, recipe tutorials, and behind-the-scenes kitchen stories; all celebrating the flavors of Africa. Think Netflix meets Nollywood meets Grandma’s kitchen.
Shop the Ingredients
Struggling to find egusi, berbere, or penja white pepper? Our platform links you to trusted African grocers and online markets so you can recreate authentic dishes with the right ingredients, wherever you live.
Events, Pop-Ups & Food Festivals
Stay informed about African food festivals, pop-up dinners, supper clubs, and cultural food events near you. Food54 is your go-to hub for all things African food happening globally.
Why Food54 Matters
Africa's food is as vast and diverse as its people. Yet, it remains underrepresented globally. Food54 aims to change that by documenting, sharing, and elevating African food culture on the global stage.
We're building a digital table where everyone is welcome. Whether you're an African in the diaspora longing for a taste of home, a curious foodie, or someone discovering African cuisine for the first time, this is your space.
18 April 2024
Soup Iga Buntut Bawang
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10 Delectable Foods of Cameroon that You Ought to Have
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18 April 2024
A Deep Dive into Africa's Coffee Culture
When the aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air, few people think of Africa as more than a backdrop. But the reality is, Africa isn’t just part of the global coffee story—it’s where that story began.Ethiopia, widely known as the birthplace of coffee, is where legend tells of Kaldi, the goat herder who discovered the energizing berries that would one day fuel the world’s mornings. But the rich legacy of African coffee stretches far beyond Ethiopia’s highlands. Across Central and Eastern Africa, coffee isn’t just a crop—it’s a growing global treasure.🌍 Africa’s Coffee LegacyAfrica contributes approximately 12% of global coffee production, with Ethiopia and Uganda alone responsible for nearly 62% of that figure. Yet beyond these two giants, an entire continent is brewing up excellence—countries like Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Malawi, Burundi, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo have all carved out their space on the specialty coffee map.Each African coffee-growing region produces beans with distinct personalities, shaped by soil, climate, altitude, and heritage. The result? A flavor spectrum that ranges from floral and fruity to bold and winey—making African coffees some of the most sought after by roasters and aficionados worldwide.☕ Country by Country: Africa’s Coffee StoryEthiopiaAs the origin of Arabica coffee, Ethiopia's beans are often described as floral, citrusy, and complex. Grown in wild forests or smallholder farms, coffee here is deeply woven into the culture and daily life—Ethiopian coffee ceremonies are an art form unto themselves.UgandaTraditionally known for its robustas, Uganda has made strides in Arabica cultivation in its highland regions. Ugandan coffees are often full-bodied and earthy, with growing appeal in specialty markets.KenyaKenya produces some of the world’s most vibrant and juicy coffees, known for their acidity, berry notes, and clarity. Coffee auctions are a national event, with beans graded and sold through a meticulous system that rewards quality.RwandaRwanda’s recovery from its past has found an ally in coffee. Its Arabica Bourbon beans offer balanced sweetness, citrus brightness, and a creamy mouthfeel—often called the “Champagne of African coffee.”BurundiThis small landlocked nation produces coffees with bright acidity and floral tones, similar to Rwanda. With growing support from cooperatives and NGOs, Burundi’s coffee industry is blossoming.TanzaniaFrom the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Mbeya region comes coffee that is bright, sweet, and slightly wine-like. Tanzanian Peaberry is especially prized for its concentrated flavor.MalawiThough smaller in output, Malawi’s beans are gaining recognition for their nutty, chocolatey notes and gentle acidity—perfect for medium roasts and blends.ZambiaA newer player in the export market, Zambia’s coffee has mild, clean profiles with subtle fruit notes, thanks to high-altitude growing regions and investment in better processing.Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)Once overlooked due to political instability, the DRC is now emerging with rich, full-bodied coffees from the Kivu region—offering promise for economic revival and quality recognition.Culture vs. ConsumptionHere’s the paradox: while Africa is one of the world’s leading coffee producers, consumption remains low across the continent—except in Ethiopia, where coffee drinking is a beloved daily ritual. In countries like Kenya and Uganda, tea remains the beverage of choice, a lingering imprint of colonial history.But this is changing. With rising urbanization, café culture is slowly growing in African cities, giving locals a taste of the beans they’ve long exported.
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18 April 2024
10 Delectable Foods of Cameroon that You Ought to Have
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