About the Author

Marie Kacouchia is a young Parisian who embraces the cultural references of her two homelands: France and the Ivory Coast. Passionate about cooking, her goal is to promote this singular culture of hers, between the culture of origin and that of the host country, through cuisine that is essentially mixed. She lives in Paris, France.

Reviews

"A Delish Top 20 Best Vegetarian Cookbook Ever Published
A Food Network Best Vegan Cookbook of 2022
Amazon Editors’ Picks: Best Cookbook
A Brittle Paper Top 100 Notable African Book of 2022

"Kacouchia dives into the plant-based cuisines of 15 African countries through 70 recipes like chakalaka and yam akpessi, illustrated with breathtaking photography and insightful storytelling."
*Epicurious*

"Through gorgeously photographed and easy-to-execute recipes . . . Kacouchia connects the Black vegan movement today to its humblest beginnings."
*Atlanta Journal-Constitution*

"Years of cooking experience, 15 countries worth of traditions, and countless childhood memories from growing up on the Ivory Coast all add up to Marie Kacouchia’s beautiful tome of flavorful, naturally plant-based African dishes."
*Food Network Best Vegan Cookbook of 2022*

"I made a hard stop when I saw Marie Kacouchia’s recipe for Vermicelli Rice with Spinach and Cashews . . . It’s terrific."
*The Washington Post*

"Kacouchia’s book is replete with coconut milk and cacao, plantain and cassava, watermelon and mango, at least in part a capturing of her childhood memories: of her mother’s fragrant stews, of fried plantain on the beach after church."
*The Guardian*

"A rich tapestry of dishes perfect for the home cook. A true feast for the eyes, Vegan Africa is a beautiful journey through native African superfoods, and the diverse culinary histories of Africa. Kacouchia’s coconut lime french toast is the end-all-be-all french toast recipe, as far as we're concerned."
*Delish*

"Kacouchia highlights naturally plant-based dishes. . . . It’s the perfect way to reset for the new year."
*Thrillist*

"This vegan bible shows us the ins and outs of 15 African cuisines in 70 vibrant and nourishing recipes. One taste of these original dishes will have you itching to get back in the kitchen."
*VegNews*

"No dish in this book feels lacking, twisted, or marred by their vegan-ness, rather giving the sense of a full and rich diet."
*The Caterer*

"Inviting photography promises healthy and nourishing meals. . . . An excellent array of dishes emphasizing that plants are the foundation of African diets, with meals well worth making at home."
*Booklist*

"Mouth-watering. . . . Generously illustrated with stunning color photos, this wonderful blend of African vegan recipes is sure to entice."
*Library Journal*

"Vegan Africa is packed with a wide variety of recipes from across the continent. . . . The easy-to-follow recipes are complemented by a brief introduction that highlights the health benefits of the vegetables, grains, and legumes they use, and by dozens of beautiful photographs of the dishes and their ingredients."
*Foreword*

"In Vegan Africa, Kacouchia strikes a balance between recipes that are plant-based by nature and adaptations."
*National Post*