Ancient Ingredients, Modern Plates: Reviving Africa’s Superfoods
This October, ancient African ingredients like sorghum and baobab are making a comeback in South African kitchens, blending tradition with modern sustainability.
Chefs and home cooks are rediscovering these nutrient-packed staples, promoting health, culture, and climate resilience, while inspiring a global movement for heritage food revivals.
“Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,”
is the theme of World Food Day 2025, which echoes the efforts of South African kitchens to revive ancient ingredients.
- Sorghum, an ancient grain originating in Africa over 5,000 years ago, has long been a staple in local diets.
- Baobab, another time-honored superfood, is also being rediscovered for its nutritional value and climate resilience.
Author's summary: Africa's superfoods are making a comeback.