This week is one of those where I am not sure what it is I accomplished. Not that I did not do anything. I guess I can blame it on …
I’ve been in Zimbabwe for a month now, and I’m having an amazing time, especially when it comes to the food. All my favorites, like chibage, nzungu, and nyimo, are …
This post was authored by Personal Creations. I shared with them the Zimbabwean(Shona) traditions for new moms that are included in this post. We’ve all heard the expression that we …
One of the best things in life: Maputi. Maputi are a snack made with maize(corn). Now I am not 100 percent certain of my maputi history, so can not quote …
I like to watch Youtube videos, sometimes because they are just entertaining and I also get to learn how to do different things. I have always enjoyed watching DIY programs …
For as long as I can remember, my mother was involved in a grocery club, locally referred to as “round” in Zimbabwe and “stokvel” in South Africa. These clubs are, …
The Shona name for a gizzard is chikanganwahama. It means if you eat it you will forget your relatives. Obviously not true but used by greedy adults who do not …
When we were growing up we used to tell each other that if you had dandruff it meant your hair was growing. I have no idea who came up with …