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“Simply Breathtaking!” From the wild plains to the Indian Ocean, join me for an unforgettable journey through Kenya.
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Kuku Paka ~ Grilled Chicken in Creamy Coconut Curry
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Hibiscus & Pomegranate Chapman with Herby Tamarind Lamb with Baked Jollof
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Smoky Tomato & Date Jam
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Mothered Oxtail Stew with Scotch Bonnet & Pimento
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Christmas in January: The Magic of Ethiopia & Eritrea
A celebration of faith, community and tradition.
Jan 8
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4 Ethiopian & Eritrean Recipes you will love
Learn to cook Doro Wat, Berbere Spice, Gomen-Braised Greens, Injera
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Baked Jollof Rice with Roasted Tamarind Lamb
12 garlic clove Turkey, Yassa Dauphinoise, Malva Pudding and dazzling feasts for the season 🎄
Dec 24, 2025
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Come join me at a BBC recording of The Kitchen Cabinet in London!
It's a Christmas Special
Nov 27, 2025
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Africana for Christmas! Are you ready?
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Nov 24, 2025
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Baked Jollof Rice with Roasted Tamarind Lamb
12 garlic clove Turkey, Yassa Dauphinoise, Malva Pudding and dazzling feasts for the season 🎄
Dec 24, 2025
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Spice Masterclass: Pilau Masala
A much loved Spice Blend from the Swahili Coast to add to your collection
Nov 18, 2025
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Dinner Tonight: A Rainbow Roast, 2 ways
Sunshine on your plate ☀️ When all you need is a delicious hug!
Nov 4, 2025
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What do Nigerians eat? Nigerian recipes to cook this month.
Jollof, Egusi, Suya and more from Africa’s most populous country
Oct 4, 2025
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Dinner Tonight: 20 minute Chickpea Curry
“I hate stinky curry!” Another curry it is then! Why do recipes spark such strong feelings?
Sep 22, 2025
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And the winner is!
Cook My Golden Ugandan Rolex. The winning recipe from Ainsley Harriott's National Trust Cook Off and a fabulous one-pan flavour extravaganza!
Jul 11, 2024
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Retreat Diaries: The Art & Legacy of Kenyan Tea
"This is just incredible!" A day at a women-owned tea estate in Kenya’s misty highlands
Nov 9, 2025
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New Retreats: Sun, Sea & Safari in Kenya 2026
“Simply Breathtaking!” From the wild plains to the Indian Ocean, join me for an unforgettable journey through Kenya.
Oct 28, 2025
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Postcards from Morocco 🇲🇦
Wish you were here! Plus New Dates in 2025 for our Magical Morocco retreats.
Nov 18, 2024
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Countdown to Morocco Retreat 2024/2025. An Adventure of a lifetime.
NEW NOVEMBER 2024 DATES ~ ONLY 3 ROOMS LEFT for our last retreat of the year!
Jul 21, 2024
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Its my birthday, in Fez!
With love from Morocco, a heart full of joy and tummy full of tagines, figs, oranges & more. Travel with me!
Jul 1, 2024
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Spice Masterclass
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Spice Masterclass: Pilau Masala
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Nov 18, 2025
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NEW LONDON MASTERCLASSES
10% Off for Members ~ New West African Masterclasses. Bigger, better, back in London where we started!
Jul 15, 2024
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Raise a glass with Hibiscus Mulled Wine
Mulled Wine with a twist + recipes with the magic of Christmas.
Dec 23, 2023
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Welcome to my Spice Masterclass?
Become a Master of Spice, elevating your cook flavourful food beyond your dreams. Plus Shopping List!
Dec 15, 2023
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