accordbg accordbg Hilda Baci’s Record-Breaking Culinary Marathon Last Monday, Nigeria’s social media was abuzz with excitement as Chef Hilda Bassey Effiong, known as Hilda Baci, embarked on a historic culinary journey in Lekki, Lagos. While the enticing aromas from her kitchen couldn’t be experienced globally, the world watched as Baci cooked her way into the record books. … Read more
The Cultural Significance of Southern Fish Fries Design by Maitane Romagosa for Thrillist When a Southern barbecue wraps up and Black families and friends begin to say their goodbyes, the signs of a satisfying gathering are everywhere. Cast-iron skillets with remnants of cornmeal from fried fish cool on the stove. Bits of cabbage and carrots … Read more
Pickles on a Stick: The New Carnival Craze Last May, I spent several evenings at a carnival in Woodbury Heights, New Jersey, with my dad and nephews. As we debated between cheese fries and funnel cake, an announcement caught my attention: “Get your pickle on a stick! Pickle on a stick for only three dollars!” … Read more
George Diakomichalis Brings Greek Cuisine to National TV with “It’s All Greek to Me” George Diakomichalis, the celebrated pastry chef behind South Australia’s renowned Kalymnos Pastries, has expanded his culinary reach with his new cooking series, “It’s All Greek to Me.” Originally launched on YouTube, the show has now been picked up by Australian broadcaster … Read more
Hetty Lui McKinnon: A Culinary Journey Rooted in Heritage and Healing Hetty Lui McKinnon, celebrated for her creative vegetable-based dishes, draws profound inspiration from her father, a Chinese immigrant who worked in Australia’s wholesale fruit and vegetable industry. Her childhood was steeped in the vibrant hues and fresh aromas of fruits and vegetables, a direct … Read more
Discovering Culinary Delights: A Compilation of New Cookbooks Comfort and Joy by Ravinder Bhogal Ravinder Bhogal’s “Comfort and Joy” takes readers on a culinary journey, inspired by her upbringing in Kenya with rich Indian influences. Bhogal, a chef and food writer, celebrates the vibrant colors and flavors of vegetables in this remarkable cookbook. Drawing from … Read more