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How to make the tastiest cheesy sauce to elevate your French fries
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 13, 2025

The secret lies in balancing fat, liquid, and emulsifiers. Cheese on its own can break when melted, but when combined with a roux and milk, you create...

Recipe: The spiced orange cake with unforgettable taste
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 12, 2025

In Kariokor, baker Shamim Abdullahi sells her spiced orange cakes in paper-wrapped slices; the aroma alone is enough to draw in passers-by from the bu...

Sweet but dangerous: How junk food hooks kids’ brains and fuels lifelong cravings
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 10, 2025

Researchers warn that children are prime targets for junk food marketing because they respond emotionally to adverts and can influence household buyin...

How to bake a moist chocolate cake to warm you up in July
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 26, 2025

While many still turn to bakeries, there is a growing return to home baking, spurred by economic reasons and the desire to control ingredients.

Mahiza Cafe and Bakery: Eastleigh’s chocolate and dessert factory serving pistachio dreams, boba, and halal elegance
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 19, 2025

The design balances Middle Eastern chic with Nairobi flair. It is stylish but approachable, luxurious without being loud.

Why samosa reigns supreme at Somali breakfast tables and snack culture
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 27, 2025

Far from just a casual snack, the sambusa is a cultural mainstay, often served alongside spiced tea (shaah), mahamri or a plate of sweet anjero (Somal...

How to bake a rich, moist, creamy carrot cake at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 05, 2025

Whether you’re serving this at a gathering or treating yourself to a quiet slice, this carrot cake is sure to impress — and yes, a vegetable in cake r...

Common baking mistakes and how to fix them
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 24, 2025

Baking comes with its unique challenges, however, with a little patience and the right techniques, you can avoid common baking mishaps and achieve per...

Valentine’s Day desserts you can make at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 14, 2025

Mandazi is a simple snack that you can transform into a tastier dessert with just one simple ingredient, chocolate.

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