From Nigeria to Brazil, Yoruba flavours across the Atlantic

12 october- 7.30pm african arts centre, ibrox

An exploration on food and the role it plays in shaping cultural identities, this flavoursome meal discussed the constitution of Afro-Brazilian culture and its cuisine. This event engaged members of the Yoruba and Brazilian community living in Glasgow in a taste led exploration of Yoruba traditions brought to Brazil through the transatlantic slave trade.

Akara or Acarajé fritters served the Brazilian way, XinXim de Galinha = an Afro-Brazilian Chicken, peanut, cashew and dendê oil stew!