During the countdown to the 2014 Academy Awards, Twitter was abuzz with the flawless gown and beauty of Kenyan Actress and Oscar winner Lupita Nyong\u2019o (12 Years a Slave-Best Picture Oscar winner). #Nairobiblue was trending as the new shade of the magical color dress she wore on the red carpet.\u00a0 The 2014 Oscars featured some of Africa\u2019s finest actors including\u00a0 Somali Barkhad Abdi, nominated for best\u00a0 supporting actor and Chiwetel Ejiofor, nominated for best actor and of Nigerian origins. Along the same lines, GrubPassport.com<\/a> will highlight some of the iconic foods from the three countries: Kenya<\/a>, Somalia<\/a> and Nigeria<\/a>.\u00a0 Which one would you be willing to try tomorrow? Which African grub should win among these countries?<\/p>\n

The beautiful Lupita Nyong\u2019o and other Kenyans ostensibly appreciate the iconic Kenyan grub- Ugali<\/a>, a cornmeal(some variations of other starches can be used) based food that is typically accompanied with tasty vegetable or meat stews and often enjoyed by using Ugali as a scoop.<\/p>\n

Not to be outdone, iconic Somali cuisine- Canjeero<\/a> is another treat that your taste buds might appreciate. This pancake\u00a0 like bread made out of teff flour is a mainstay in Somalia will be a great addition to your dinner plate.<\/p>\n

Last but not least, Suya<\/a>, an iconic Nigerian grub that is as tasty and spicy as any meat in the world might blow your socks us off if given the chance.\u00a0 We are yet to talk to anyone who does not enjoy this delicacy.<\/p>\n

After the Oscar party is over, which one of the iconic cuisines of these 3 countries: Kenya, Somalia and Nigeria will you be willing to taste? Let us know your choice. Reply to our Twitter handle @GrubPassport\u00a0 and on Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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