Central Africa & beyondFrom the field notes
Central Africa & beyondCassava: a root with many roles
Why one plant can lead to so many different foods—and why the method matters.
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Central Africa.
Roots, leaves & local knowledge
Cassava offers one starting point for exploring Central African foodways. Pay attention to local names, processing methods and the people who carry this knowledge.
Central AfricaFrom the field notes
A few places to begin
Stories from the region
A region is an invitation.
These articles focus on named foods and places. They are an introduction, rather than a complete catalogue. Follow each story’s sources for more context, and let local cooks and their own descriptions guide your understanding.
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