This book brings together an enticing collection of recipes from the vast treasure of African cuisine. This massive continent embraces many countries with diverse cultures and climates, which has created an enormous variety of cooking and eating habits - a selection of which are brought together in this volume. The book begins with an introduction on the history, geography and traditions of the continent, and also gives advice on ingredients, equipment and techniques. The 80 recipes that follow give a vibrant insight into the countries from which they come, with delicious, sustaining meals from spicy appetizers and nutritious mains to unusual sides and exotic desserts.