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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...

Traditional kashata recipe: Sweet coconut treat ready in under 30 minutes
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 10, 2025

Kashata is a traditional sweet made from coconut and sugar, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions such as Eid or Ramadhan, particularly...

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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