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Kenya
Gathering around an open fire for a traditional nyama choma feast.
Kenyan cuisine is a reflection of the country's diverse landscapes and ethnic groups, mixed with the historic influences of the Indian Ocean trade routes. At its core, it is about community and sustenance.
Nyama Choma: Roasted Meat
Nyama choma, Swahili for "roasted meat," is Kenya's unofficial national dish. It usually involves goat or beef, slowly roasted over an open charcoal fire. It is more than a meal; it is a social event, bringing friends and family together.

Ugali & Sukuma Wiki
The foundation of a Kenyan meal is Ugali, a dense cornmeal porridge, often served with Sukuma Wiki, a savory braised dish of collard greens. Ugali acts as both the staple carbohydrate and the utensil, used to scoop up the meat and greens.