Tag Archives: africa

baking in Africa: pineapple passion fruit pie

Posted on September 23, 2011 by allison

Fruits that I don’t typically associate with pie: Pineapple Passion fruit And yet, my fellow pie lovers, here you have it. A pie that defies cultural norms. That dares to be different. That is bold and unique and damn proud … Continue reading →

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giraffe center – what to do when the tallest creature you’ve ever seen comes towards you

Posted on August 29, 2011 by allison

The African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW) Giraffe Center was founded in 1979 as a conservation effort in Nairobi. Now you can go to the Giraffe Center and pay to let giraffes slobber all over your hand. Apparently their saliva … Continue reading →

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baking in Africa: coconut banana bars w/lime

Posted on August 15, 2011 by allison

It’s been a month since I’ve baked anything. It’s been a month minus one day since I left the U.S. and boarded a plane for Nairobi, Kenya. When I decided to come here for three months to work for Akili … Continue reading →

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