Jollof Festival is a celebration of culture, history, and identity through a rice dish that unites West Africa

Sponsored September 8, 2025 Few dishes inspire as much passion and pride across West Africa as jollof rice. The beloved one-pot dish, which traces its roots back to the Senegambian region and the ancient Wolof (or Jolof) Empire, has grown to become a cultural touchstone throughout the African continent and the diaspora.  At its heart, … Continue reading Jollof Festival is a celebration of culture, history, and identity through a rice dish that unites West Africa