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African Cooking & Recipes Books

Explore the delicious and varied cusines of Africa and learn how to prepare traditional African dishes.


The Africa Cookbook - Tastes of a Continent The Africa Cookbook : Tastes of a Continent
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Jessica B. Harris
Gathers information on the unique foods of Africa and the lands they come from, and provides more than two hundred traditional and new recipes.
 
The African Cookbook (Paperback)
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Bea Sandler, Diane Dillon, Leo Dillon
Each chapter describes how to put together an entire meal typical of that country, which is likely to appeal to many readers.
 
The Dishes of Africa

The Dishes of Africa
(amazon.com) - USA     (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Ngozi Kachikulu

 
Best of Regional African Cooking

Best of Regional African Cooking
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Harva Hachten
There few books out there that clearly describe how to prepare traditional African dishes; if you want to explore the delicious and varied cusines of Africa, this book can help you. The book is particularly strong in North African and West African cooking. Most readers are certain to find something new and enjoyable in its pages. (A reader from USA)

 
Essential African Cookbook

Essential African Cookbook
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Rosamund Grant
With 70 recipes for every occasion, this practical cookbook covers recipes from all over the African continent. No other cuisine can boast such a variety of cooking styles as Africa, and this guide covers all the traditional specialities and adapts them for the modern busy cook.

 
Taste of Africa : Traditional and Modern African

Taste of Africa : Traditional and Modern African Cooking
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Dorinda Hafner
a tantalising introduction to some of the most exciting, dynamic food in the world. In over 100 traditional and modern recipes from ten countries, Dorinda Hafner lovingly shows readers how to prepare a wide range of African delights.

 
The Welcome Table : African American Heritage

The Welcome Table : African American Heritage Cooking
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Jessica B. Harris, Patrick Eck (Illustrator)
Featuring recipes gathered from church suppers, family reunions, and Sunday school picnics, an African American culinary collection includes comments on African American culture and history.

   
The Welcome Table : African American Heritage

North African Cooking: Exotic Delights from Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Egypt
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
over 100 authentic and exotic recipes - including Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Egypt - and aims to offer a rare insight into the customs and culinary traditions of this mysterious and romantic part of the world.

 
Magic with Black-eyed Beans and Other Recipies - A Nigerina Cook Book

Magic with Black-eyed Beans and Other Recipes: A Nigerian Cook Book
(amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Grace Kerry
A unique and practical cookbook focusing mainly on nutrition rich black-eyed bean dishes, but also includes many other favourite Nigerian recipes. Many of the recipes in the book are suitable for vegetarians

 
Traditional Cooking from the Lands of West Africa

South of the Sahara:Traditional Cooking from the Lands of West Africa
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Elizabeth A. Jackson
a unique West African cookbook featuring over one hundred recipes from across the region. You can plan your whole meal from beverages, appetizers and soups to rice dishes, entrees, vegetables, starches and desserts

 
"My Cooking" West African Cookbook

"My Cooking" West African Cookbook
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Dokpe L. Ogunsanya
comprehensive information about the preparation and cooking of some very popular West-African dishes. This cookbook is easy to read and understand. It is generally recommended to anyone interested in West-African food. Mandatory for visitors to this region of Africa."

 
Cooking the East African Way

Cooking the East African Way
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Bertha Vining Montgomery, Constance R. Nabwire
An Introduction to the Food and Customs of East Africa; Completely revised and updated, the Easy Menu Cookbooks series serves up tantalising recipes for countless dishes.

   

Modern Zanzibar Cuisine
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Benn Haidari
AHere you'll find starters, main dishes, seafood and desserts, plus a special section, as befits the Indian Ocean setting, on chutneys and kachumbar. Zanzibar dishes are far tastier than European ones, and they relate to Middle Eastern and Asian food in a way not found in the West.

 
Vegetarian Table : North

Vegetarian Table : North Africa
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Kitty Morse, Deborah Jones (Photographer)
This book covers some excellent Moroccan dishes, and is one of my favorite cookbooks. The Vegetarian Table is a terrific series of cookbooks for anyone who enjoys great food; including non-vegetarians

 
South African Gourmet Food and Wine

South African Gourmet Food and Wine : Traditional South African Food and More
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Myrna Rosen, Lesley Loon
Well-rounded source of South African cuisine, including favorite dishes from a variety of contributors. No dish is too complex to be prepared in any kitchen and many delectables can be made quickly and easily

 
South African Cape Malay Cooking

South African Cape Malay Cooking
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Sonia Allison, Myrna Robins, Sidney Bond
Two leading food writers combine their talents to celebrate this is sparklingly original yet one of the world's least know cuisines from the Cape community of South Africa: a cuisine that combines the tastes and recipes of Malaysia, The Dutch East Indies and Europe with the herbs, spices and foods of the Cape. Probably the world's first fusion cuisine.

 
Couscous and Other Good Foods from

Couscous and Other Good Foods from Morocco
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Paula Wolfert
From the magnificent bisteeyas (enormous, delicate pies composed of tissue-thin, buttery layers of pastry and various fillings) to endless varieties of couscous, Paula Wolfert reveals not only the riches of the Moroccan kitchen but also the variety and flavor of the country itself.

 
The Moroccan Cookbook

The Moroccan Cookbook
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Irene Frances Kitchen in the Day
In addition to the tantalizing recipes, charming portraits of the country and culture create just the right inspiration for sampling this collection of Moroccan cooking

 
Moroccan Cafe : Casual Cooking at Home

Moroccan Cafe : Casual Moroccan Cooking at Home
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Elisa Vergne, Pierre Desgrieux (Photographer)
Learn how to prepare Moroccan meals and create a memorable dining experience that you and your guests will remember for a long time.

 
Cooking at the Kasbah : Recipes from My Moroccan Kitchen

Cooking at the Kasbah : Recipes from My Moroccan Kitchen
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Kitty Morse, Laurie Smith (Photographer)
From its beautiful color photos to its warm and personal intro and associated history and culture to go along with more than 100 recipes, this is a fine resource for those of us who want to continue our delving into Moroccan cuisine - Worth the inclusion into the venturesome gourmet's repoirtoire. A delight to thumb through and to cook from.

 
Taste of Eritrea

Taste of Eritrea
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Olivia Warren
provides 100 recipes and a substantial amount of background on this little-known country on the eastern coast of Africa. The cooking of Eritrea shows strong influences from such diverse regions as neighboring Ethiopia, former ruler Italy, Turkey, and England.

 
The African Kitchen : A Day in the life of a Safari Chef

The African Kitchen : A Day in the Life of a Safari Chef
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Josie Stow, Jan Baldwin (Photographer)
Chef Josie Stow here combines the thrill of the safari with the excitement of pan-African cooking. She uses today's most popular ingredients in exciting combinations with recipes for all occasions. Whether you are looking for a quick lunch or leisurely supper, breakfast or snack dishes, new ideas for the barbecue or recipes for a lavish dinner party, The African Kitchen will provide inspiration and enjoyment.

 
Authentic African Cuisine from Ghana

Authentic African Cuisine from Ghana
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by David Otoo, Tamminay Otto
This book is absolutely brilliant for Ghanaians who have never lived in Ghana or who no longer live at home and want all mum's recipes and more in one easy to follow guide!! (Reviewer: A reader from London United Kingdom)

 
Exotic Ethiopian Cooking

Exotic Ethiopian Cooking: Society, Culture, and Hospitality Tradition in Ethiopia
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Daniel Mesfin, Shlomo Bachrach
The recipes are easy to understand and the directions a breeze to follow. All the ingredients can be bought at an Ethiopian store or the regular grocery store. There are recipes to make basic ingredients such as Berberi, used to cook chicken, beef, & lamb as well as legumes. Also recipes to make the spiced butter and oils that are basic ingredients in every dish. ( A Reader)

   

Ethiopian cooking in the American Kitchen
(amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - UK
by Tizita Ayele

 
Egyptian Cooking : A Practical Guide

Egyptian Cooking : A Practical Guide
(amazon.com) - USA
by Samia Abdennour, Abdennour Samia
This is a must have cookbook for anyone interested in Egyptian cuisine. Samia Abdelnour has cleverly included a glossary explaining the different foods, spices, kitchen utensils and also some useful hints.

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