Marie Kacouchia is a young Parisian who embraces the cultural references of her two homelands: France and the Ivory Coast. Passionate about cooking, her goal is to promote this singular culture of hers, between the culture of origin and that of the host country, through cuisine that is essentially mixed. She lives in Paris, France.
Kacouchia dives into the plant-based cuisines of 15 African countries through 70 recipes like chakalaka and yam akpessi, illustrated with breathtaking photography and insightful storytelling. --Epicurious Inviting photography promises healthy and nourishing meals. . . . An excellent array of dishes emphasizing that plants are the foundation of African diets, with meals well worth making at home. --Booklist Mouth-watering. . . . Generously illustrated with stunning color photos, this wonderful blend of African vegan recipes is sure to entice. --Library Journal Vegan Africa is packed with a wide variety of recipes from across the continent. . . . The easy-to-follow recipes are complemented by a brief introduction that highlights the health benefits of the vegetables, grains, and legumes they use, and by dozens of beautiful photographs of the dishes and their ingredients. --Foreword