The Africa Cookbook

The Africa Cookbook: Tastes of a Continent by Jessica B. Harris is a landmark culinary work that combines recipes, history, and cultural storytelling into a sweeping exploration of Africa’s diverse food traditions. Rather than presenting African cuisine as a single identity, Harris journeys across regions—from North Africa and the Swahili Coast to West and Southern Africa—highlighting the distinct ingredients, techniques, and histories that shape each culinary landscape. Rich with recipes, historical insight, and cultural context, The Africa Cookbook is both an essential cooking resource and a powerful celebration of the depth, complexity, and global influence of African foodways.