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The Sorghum Art celebrates local cuisine

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An award-winning author, recipe developer, and passionate food storyteller from Kalamare, Ompelege Moreosele, recently wrote a book titled "The Sorghum Art," a celebration of indigenous African grains and culinary heritage.

In an interview with Arts&Culture, she explained that her work focuses on elevating traditional ingredients such as sorghum and integrating them into contemporary cooking in creative, accessible ways. She added that The Sorghum Art was published in May 2025, right here in Botswana, and was self-published through Transilience Publishing Company.

“The Sorghum Art is a platform I chose to work with to maintain creative control and stay true to the authenticity of our local food narratives. I was inspired by my deep-rooted connection to African food culture and my desire to bring forgotten grains like sorghum back into the spotlight. Sorghum is not only versatile and nutritious, but it also carries rich cultural and historical significance. I wanted to showcase its beauty in ways that inspire both home cooks and chefs to reimagine its potential beyond traditional uses," she said.

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