From the kitchen

Recipes & Articles

Guides, recipes and tips for cooking authentic Afro-Caribbean food at home.

The Ultimate Koko Place Jollof Rice Recipe

Master the art of party jollof - smoky, deeply seasoned, and cooked low and slow for that authentic bottom-of-the-pot taste.

From uziza leaves to scotch bonnets - a practical guide to stocking your pantry with the flavours of West Africa and the Caribbean.

Goat meat, cow leg, bonga fish - learn the right way to freeze, thaw and store your proteins to keep them tasting their best.

The frying method vs the boiling method - both explained step by step so you can choose the texture you love.

Whether you like it crispy, caramelised or soft, plantain is one of the most versatile ingredients in Afro-Caribbean cooking.

How the transatlantic connection shaped two of the world's most vibrant food cultures - and what they still have in common today.