Chidera Anyanwu was six years old when her family moved to the United States from Southern Nigeria, but she still has vivid memories of her childhood in Owerri, including visits to her ancestors’ village and the delicious food that she ate there.
This beloved West African rice dish has long kicked up lively debate, so we asked the experts. This seemingly simple question is a loaded one – the beloved West African staple has caused diplomatic incidents (Nigeria’s culture minister was accused of betraying his country’s cuisine...