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Chef Pierre Thiam: From Street Food to Fine Dining in Lagos
An ambitious restaurant in Lagos is setting out to elevate Nigerian street food staples to fine dining, tapping into a growing hunger in the city for upscale West African food. Classic West African dishes, passed down from mother to daughter for generations and served today in busy streetside canteens, are revisited in “Nok By Alara” … read more
Michael Elegbede: Where Traditions and Culinary Arts Meet
Meet Michael Elegbede, a young rising chef making his mark in the world of the culinary arts. His innovative approach to Nigerian cuisine redefines what we label as “African food.” We got to discover the man behind the dishes: Tell us a bit about yourself I was born and raised in Nigeria with a passion … read more
Chef Pierre Thiam: Recipes from the Heart of Senegal
Chef Pierre Thiam‘s career is currently in full swing. With the release of his latest cookbook “ Senegal Modern Recipes from the Source to the Bowl” we decided to delve into his creative mind to discover the man behind the dishes, and the response to African cuisine from different audiences so far. When did your love … read more