Jollof rice, suya, fufu, and other iconic dishes featured in this volume take readers on a vibrant journey through the diverse flavors and captivating stories that define West Africa. Through engaging fact boxes and vivid full-color photographs, students uncover the cultural significance and regional variations that have propelled West African food into the global spotlight. An easy-to-follow recipe allows readers to bring West African food off the page and into their kitchens, while a list of age-appropriate books and websites provides a starting point for further independent research.