Food

Defo Dabo is a traditional Ethiopian bread that holds deep cultural significance, particularly during festive occasions. It is made using Enset plant leaves, locally known as Koba Kitel, which infuse the bread with a distinctive flavor. This bread serves as a symbol of unity, bringing families and communities together in the joy of communal meals. 

Prep Time:  5 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Servings: 4 people INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium onions diced 2 cloves garlic grated or crushed 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ground (or ground coriander) ½ teaspoon dried chili flakes to taste 800 g carrots sliced, (no need to peel) 1 medium

“LeHem’s vision is to significantly reduce nutritional risk and its impact on human health, particularly in Ethiopia” This company provides comprehensive high quality nutrition counseling service services by a well experienced, professional nutritionist/food scientist to help clients develop healthy eating habits and achieve personal aspirations of leading healthier lifestyles. The company also has expertise in

Where once there were no genuine French croissants and lemon tarts, Addis now boasts quite a few French patisseries serving the real thing!   Chez Jean Pierre is the latest one to open in Kazanchis. A French architect by profession, Jean Pierre Fasbeter fell in love with Ethiopia almost a decade ago on a visit and

US Blue Bottle Coffee is collaborating with musician (Abel Tesfaye) The Weeknd and his record label, XO.  They have unveiled Samra Origins—a brand and a product line. It is named after The Weeknd’s mother Samra, and “pays homage to his family’s heritage with a shared respect for Ethiopia and its coffee traditions,” according to a

HOTTO came about from the collaboration of three friends that bonded over their mutual appreciation of food. What started as restaurant recommendations when traveling abroad blossomed into an idea to open a restaurant that offers a similar elevated experience in their home city of Addis Ababa.  Hotto is a modern and contemporary Japanese inspired Asian fusion restaurant with