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Superfoods

Beatrice Wanjiku•2024-01-15•8 min read

Moringa: The Superfood That's Been Flexing on Your Kale

Picture this: You're scrolling through Instagram, and everyone's talking about the latest superfood that costs more than your monthly coffee budget. Meanwhile, in Kenya, my grandmother is literally sweeping moringa leaves off her doorstep because the tree won't stop dropping them. Talk about irony!

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Philosophy

Beatrice Wanjiku•2024-01-10•12 min read

From Bob Marley's Playlist to Dubai's Kitchen: My Ital Journey

Let me tell you how a dreadhead from Kenya ended up understanding Jamaican culture better than some people who've never left the island. It all started with Bob Marley's 'Natural Mystic' playing on repeat and a career path that would take me 4,000 miles away from home to learn what 'Ital' really means.

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Traditional Foods

Chef Anthony•2024-08-04•9 min read

Mama JR’s Uji: The Porridge That Raised a Chef

Growing up, Mama JR’s Uji wasn’t just breakfast; it was a warm embrace, a story told in every spoonful. My mother, Anne W. Muhika, a dedicated farmer, crafted this blend from the bounty of our land, weaving together tradition, nutrition, and love.

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Why Macadamia Oil is the Glow-Up Your Skin Didn't Know It Needed - Blog post image

Beauty & Wellness

Dr. Sarah Kimani6 min read

Why Macadamia Oil is the Glow-Up Your Skin Didn't Know It Needed

Forget expensive serums with names you can't pronounce. The secret to glowing skin has been growing in Kenyan soil all along. Let's talk about macadamia oil – the unsung hero of both your kitchen and your skincare routine.

2024-01-05

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Beetroot Shots: Nature's Pre-Workout That Actually Works - Blog post image

Fitness

Coach Michael Kiprop7 min read

Beetroot Shots: Nature's Pre-Workout That Actually Works

While everyone's chugging synthetic pre-workouts that taste like regret, smart athletes have discovered what Kenyan runners have known for years: beetroot is the ultimate natural performance enhancer.

2024-01-01

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Plantain Porridge: The Caribbean Comfort Food That Heals Your Soul - Blog post image

Traditional Foods

Chef Maria Santos5 min read

Plantain Porridge: The Caribbean Comfort Food That Heals Your Soul

There's something magical about plantain porridge that goes beyond nutrition. It's comfort in a bowl, tradition in every spoonful, and proof that the best medicine often comes from the kitchen, not the pharmacy.

2023-12-28

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Date Syrup: The Sweet Truth About Nature's Candy - Blog post image

Natural Sweeteners

Nutritionist Amina Hassan4 min read

Date Syrup: The Sweet Truth About Nature's Candy

In a world obsessed with artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes, date syrup stands as proof that nature got it right the first time. Sweet, complex, and packed with nutrients – it's everything refined sugar wishes it could be.

2023-12-20

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Ginger + Turmeric: The Dynamic Duo Your Immune System Craves - Blog post image

Immunity

Dr. James Mwangi6 min read

Ginger + Turmeric: The Dynamic Duo Your Immune System Craves

Long before immunity shots became trendy, Kenyan grandmothers were brewing ginger and turmeric concoctions that could cure everything from sniffles to broken hearts. Science is finally catching up to what they've always known.

2023-12-15

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From Farm to Table: The Real Story Behind Sustainable Sourcing - Blog post image

Sustainability

Samuel Kiprotich9 min read

From Farm to Table: The Real Story Behind Sustainable Sourcing

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us – it's a promise to the farmers who grow our ingredients and the communities that depend on them. Here's how we're building a food system that works for everyone.

2023-12-10

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Beauty

Beauty Expert Lisa Wanjiru5 min read

Collagen Shots: Beauty from the Inside Out (No Filter Required)

While everyone's chasing the perfect filter, smart people are investing in collagen shots that give you that natural glow that no app can replicate. Here's why your skin will thank you.

2023-12-05

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Uji Power: How a Humble Porridge Became Kenya's Ultimate Superfood - Blog post image

Traditional Foods

Beatrice Wairimu10 min read

Uji Power: How a Humble Porridge Became Kenya's Ultimate Superfood

Before protein powders and superfood smoothies, there was uji. This traditional Kenyan porridge has been fueling bodies and souls for generations. Now it's time for the world to discover what we've always known – uji is the original power food.

2023-12-01

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Root Crisps: The Snack That's Actually Good for You - Blog post image

Healthy Snacks

Chef David Mutua4 min read

Root Crisps: The Snack That's Actually Good for You

Forget potato chips that leave you feeling guilty and unsatisfied. Root crisps made from cassava, sweet potato, and beetroot are the crunchy, colorful snacks that prove healthy can be delicious.

2023-11-25

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Mindful Eating: How to Actually Taste Your Food (Revolutionary, I Know) - Blog post image

Mindfulness

Wellness Coach Grace Njeri7 min read

Mindful Eating: How to Actually Taste Your Food (Revolutionary, I Know)

In a world of rushed meals and mindless munching, mindful eating is the radical act of actually paying attention to what you're putting in your mouth. Here's how to rediscover the joy of eating.

2023-11-20

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Moringa: The Superfood That's Been Flexing on Your Kale

From Bob Marley's Playlist to Dubai's Kitchen: My Ital Journey

Mama JR’s Uji: The Porridge That Raised a Chef

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Why Macadamia Oil is the Glow-Up Your Skin Didn't Know It Needed

Beetroot Shots: Nature's Pre-Workout That Actually Works

Plantain Porridge: The Caribbean Comfort Food That Heals Your Soul

Date Syrup: The Sweet Truth About Nature's Candy

Ginger + Turmeric: The Dynamic Duo Your Immune System Craves

From Farm to Table: The Real Story Behind Sustainable Sourcing

Collagen Shots: Beauty from the Inside Out (No Filter Required)

Uji Power: How a Humble Porridge Became Kenya's Ultimate Superfood

Root Crisps: The Snack That's Actually Good for You

Mindful Eating: How to Actually Taste Your Food (Revolutionary, I Know)

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