Cassava (also known as yucca or manioc) is a staple food in many African cultures. For the Somba, an ethnic group from northern Benin and southern Togo, cassava is part of their traditional diet, although it is not as central as other crops such as maize or millet. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas

Cassava (also known as yucca or manioc) is a staple food in many African cultures. For the Somba, an ethnic group from northern Benin and southern Togo, cassava is part of their traditional diet, although it is not as central as other crops such as maize or millet. #inspirationofafrica | Quim Fàbregas

The food of the Baka pygmies in the rainforest is based on the resources the forest provides. They consume cassava (manioc), bananas, wild leaves and roots, as well as honey, stream fish, and small game such as duiker or small monkeys.They also gather wild fruits, nuts, and mushrooms. Many of their dishes are prepared by roasting or cooking in leaves, and their diet reflects a deep and respectful relationship with the rainforest, from which they obtain almost everything they need to live. #inspi