Senegal

Senegalese cuisine is vibrant and deeply flavourful, reflecting West African, French, and Portuguese influences. The national dish, thieboudienne, is a savory rice and fish stew made with vegetables, tomatoes, and local spices. Peanuts, cassava, and millet are also staple ingredients, featured in dishes like mafe, a peanut-based stew with meat or fish. Senegalese food is communal and festive, celebrating bold flavours and the rich cultural heritage of the region.