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smoked fish

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Onunu and Seafood Stew: The Influence of the River on Kalabari Cuisine

Food plays a powerful role in shaping cultural identity, and for the Kalabari people of the Niger Delta, cuisine reflects a deep relationship with the watery landscape that surrounds their communities. From the quiet creeks of Bakana to the bustling waterfronts of Buguma and Abonnema, Kalabari culinary traditions have been shaped by centuries of…

Traditional Igbo Diet and Food Practices: A Historical Perspective

The traditional diet of the Igbo people in Southern Nigeria reflects their agrarian lifestyle, cultural values, and resource utilization. Historical accounts, such as those by G. I. Jones and H. Mulhall (1949), as well as photographs and ethnographic studies like those of Gustaf Bolinder (1930–31), provide valuable insights into the food practices and social structures…