CULINARY Spicy goat head (Isi ewu)

Spicy goat head, also known as isi ewu, is a delicacy from the South-East. This meaty dish is the perfect go-to meal on a rainy day because of its spicy kick, or simply when you want a taste of something more local. Ingredients • 1 goat head • 1 teaspoon of potash • 1 handful of utazi leaves • 6 pieces of nutmeg (ground) • 1 tablespoon of spice mix • 2 stock cubes • 2 onions • 3 scotch bonnet peppers • 1 cup of palm oil • Salt to taste Direction Wash the pieces of goat head thoroughly under the tap and transfer to a large pot.

Add one onion, stock cubes, nutmeg, salt, spice mix and a bit of water to cover the meat and cook until the meat is soft.

While the meat is cooking, dissolve the potash and strain to get rid of particles. Cut the utazi leaves finely and slice the onions into rings.

In a pan, add the palm oil a little at a time and alternate with the potash. The oil will begin to curdle as you are stirring.

OContinue to stir for a few minutes until it turns pale a n d thickens. Add a bit of the goat head stock to adjust the thickness and add the scotch bonnet peppers.

Add the remaining stock cube, spice mix and utazi leaves to taste. Now, add the goat head and stir until completely coated.

Garnish your spicy goat head with utazi leaves and the onion rings. nce you make your own tasty almond milk at home you will never go back to buying from the store. It is a great source of protein; not to mention the perfect alternative to cow’s milk for those who are lactose intolerant. Ingredients • 3 cups of raw almonds • 6 cups of water • Sugar Direction Soak the almond in water for at least 12 hours. Drain the water from the almonds and transfer them to a blender with the two cups of water and pulse for about two minutes until smooth.

Use a fine cloth to strain the almond milk by squeezing and twisting to get the most almond milk as possible.

Sweeten the almond milk to your taste.

The rainy season comes with grey skies, colder temperatures and darker days, which give an overall feel of gloom. Because of this, many of us resort to the warmth and comfort of our homes to stay cozy. The atmosphere you surround yourself in plays a great role in how you feel; so do the colours. Consider including some or all of these shades to introduce some coziness to your home this rainy season.

Green: Green is the colour of nature and is fondly associated with flowers and green plants. Its soothing effect goes a long way in making the home a lot more comfortable, not to mention the pop of colour it gives. With many shades of green to choose from, you will definitely find one that suits you.

White: White signifies purity, peace and bliss. It is one of the most relaxing and calming shades. Although it can be a bit tricky to maintain and keep clean, blending it with other warm colours can have a cozy feel to it as well. But if you are bold enough to go all out, then make white the centre of attention in your home.

Peach: For an extra feminine flare, instead of going all out with pink, peach does the trick without being too ‘shouty’ about it. A pink shade such as peach will complement the house nicely and give it a personal touch as well.

Turquoise: This colour is quite similar to the colour of the ocean and summer days on the beach. Using this colour in the midst of other bright colours will help do the trick, making your home a haven.

Orange: An extra bright colour like orange illuminates a dull room, giving it a more uplifting atmosphere. The ambiance orange gives is unique, which is why it is a great choice for you to use in your home. PHOTO: From the internet