How to Cook Sossi Soya Stew

Sossi is a popular brand of soya pieces available throughout Kenya. I like the simplicity of the cooking procedure shown during the ad. However, adding a few more ingredients can make the dish more delicious as one of the best substitutes for red meat. It is a good source of protein and carbohydrates. Sossi soya pieces package Sossi soya stew […]

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How to Cook Arrow Roots/Taro/Dachine

(Image courtesy of Google) This arrow root recipe is simple to prepare and takes a short time. Arrow roots are tubers also referred to as Taro in a number of Asian countries or Dachine. Most countries have their own unique name. It is commonly called nduma in most Kenyan market places. Some variations from other countries may look different from the […]

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Kitchen Hygiene when Handling Food

Food preparation is undoubtedly a must for human survival. The food may be eaten raw or cooked. Whichever the case, it must be clean to avoid ill health caused by bacteria and germs. It is therefore important to ensure every aspect of kitchen hygiene when handling food. Dressing Before you start, wear an apron. You must also wear a head […]

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Benefits of Eating Okra

Okra is a common green vegetable used throughout the world. It is mostly known because of its mucilaginous nature. Also referred to as lady’s fingers or gumbo, it is mostly cultivated in tropical climatic regions of Africa and the Americas.  Okra is a rich source of vitamins A and C. Vitamin A is important in improving vision and maintaining a […]

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How to Cook Ugali/Sima

In almost every Kenyan family, Ugali is a staple food. It is also referred to as Sima in the coastal regions. It is a simple dish prepared by cooking two ingredients; water and maize/corn flour. Various communities in Kenya have their own local name for the dish. It is called ngima in my local dialect. Ugali is also common in […]

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