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... »

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 NB. The amount... »

Can you tell me where you buy your ethnic food? I would like to have a list of international stores around the world. These are stores that sell ethnic food. Please email me at miriam@tasteoftanzania.com or add as a comment then I will add the info on the International store page. Thanks. »

This is very easy to prepare, but please use green papaya. It should not be ripe even a bit. You can find green papaya in any international store in town. If they do not have, please ask them, some stores will be happy to find one for you. Have this with any food but... »

I am sure you are wondering why I am talking about “nazi” in this website. Apparently nazi is a Swahili word for coconut. Mbuzi ya nazi is a Swahili word for coconut grater. The above photo is a coconut grater that I use in my house, I came with from Tanzania. In Tanzania grating coconut... »

This year I will send New year’s Cards to people who sent me their addresses in 2008. If you have moved since, please send me your new address. If I do not have your address and you would like to receive a card from Taste of Tanzania please send me at Miriam@tasteoftanzania.com. This year I will... »