I have put together a pdf of simple recipes from Tanzania that many people will be preparing this weekend back in Tanzania. Traditionaly Pilau is the number one recipe to think of during the holidays. I wish you a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS. Click here to get the pdf. Nimetayarisha mapishi ya Noeli katika pdf.... »

You are welcome to read my first interview, http://tasteoftanzania.com/blog/2009/11/18/interview/ - – - Karibu usome mahojiano yangu ya kwanza http://tasteoftanzania.com/blog/2009/11/18/interview/ »

I was on vacation when I had my interview printed on The Citizen News paper (one of the leading newspapers in Tanzania) November 6th 2009. Once I receive my hard copy I will check to see if I can scan it and post as a pdf here on the site. For now, Mr. Freddy... »

This masala is mainly for pilau, but it can be used in many other dishes like samusa, Nyama choma (bbq) etc. »

Maandazi (East African donuts) are a special treat. The taste of maandazi is very different from western donuts. First, one can never get tired of eating maandazi. Second, they are more like bread inside. Third, maandazi are not as oily as western donuts. »

Pilau originates from India. It taste and look very differetn from the Indian pilau. Tanzanian pilau use more spices than Indian pilau. It has become a favorite Tanzanian rice dish. »

Vipoopoo is a side dish mostly prepared during Ramadhan. I always feel like this would make a good desert; so I decided to modify this recipe to be just perfect for a desert. »

I do feel very sad these days when I visit home (Dar Es Salaam). Because I have noticed that some of our staple foods are disappearing from the market. I do not see Taro (magimbi) in vegetable and food stands anymore. »

Taro root is known as magimbi in Swahili; its taste is almost like tropical sweet potatoes. Taro grows in muddy or dry areas. Many countries around the world do eat taro. In East Africa taro is also known as arrow roots. Most of taro roots purchased in USA could be from Hawaii. Some of... »

This is the one salad most Tanzanian kids know and love.Traditionally, raw cabbage is used for this dish. However, I prefer to first slightly fry the cabbage in a little extra virgin olive oil before using it in the salad. I have also add extra virgin olive oil. This is a side dish. Ingredients... »