The Most UNIQUE West African Food! SPIKY PALM NUT SOUP in Ivory Coast
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Date: 2023-08-09
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Wow, this journey from tree to pot to stomach is a captivating adventure! Witnessing the process of transforming natural ingredients into a hearty and unique meal is truly remarkable. The way they honor the heart of the palm as a symbol of respect and connection is heartwarming. From the careful harvesting of the oil palms to the intricate preparation of the various ingredients, you can truly appreciate the effort and significance that goes into creating this traditional dish. And that Palm nut stew, with its rich aroma and flavors, represents the culmination of all that hard work and cultural meaning. I can't wait to see and taste the final result in the upcoming part of the video. Stay tuned for more culinary delights!
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Wow, this journey from tree to pot to stomach is a captivating adventure! Witnessing the process of transforming natural ingredients into a hearty and unique meal is truly remarkable. The way they honor the heart of the palm as a symbol of respect and connection is heartwarming. From the careful harvesting of the oil palms to the intricate preparation of the various ingredients, you can truly appreciate the effort and significance that goes into creating this traditional dish. And that Palm nut stew, with its rich aroma and flavors, represents the culmination of all that hard work and cultural meaning. I can't wait to see and taste the final result in the upcoming part of the video. Stay tuned for more culinary delights!
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Emily
What did the dish taste like? Isn't the heart of palm kind of a bland taste like a white potato? You said it smelled like ginger and had seafood flavor. I guess due to the peppers it was a little hot/spicy. What were the predominant flavors? Could you taste nuttiness? Was there a strong ginger flavor? Did they use salt? Were there any other flavors like mustard, oregano, fennel, cilantro or coriander or cumin for example?
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What did the dish taste like? Isn't the heart of palm kind of a bland taste like a white potato? You said it smelled like ginger and had seafood flavor. I guess due to the peppers it was a little hot/spicy. What were the predominant flavors? Could you taste nuttiness? Was there a strong ginger flavor? Did they use salt? Were there any other flavors like mustard, oregano, fennel, cilantro or coriander or cumin for example?
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Andrea
I love all your videos, but I wanted to give kudos to the quality of them lately. I love the up close, slow motion effects and crystal clear video. This particular one was extra awesome! I loved the heart of palm and the energy, but I have to say my favorite part was the monkeys. And I loved that man singing on the boat. All awesome stuff! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey, Mark.
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I love all your videos, but I wanted to give kudos to the quality of them lately. I love the up close, slow motion effects and crystal clear video. This particular one was extra awesome! I loved the heart of palm and the energy, but I have to say my favorite part was the monkeys. And I loved that man singing on the boat. All awesome stuff! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey, Mark.
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Gwen
This video was better than the previous ones about that community. You had your own plate this time. The last videos showed people licking their fingers and putting them back into food. You always give your guest a separate plate, regardless of your culture.
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This video was better than the previous ones about that community. You had your own plate this time. The last videos showed people licking their fingers and putting them back into food. You always give your guest a separate plate, regardless of your culture.
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ric
oh wow, oh man, the texture, spicy so spicy will my eye pop out, award winning, stunning, oh man, oh wow, think im going to pass out, oh wow, oil palm, think my chin will rest in the plate. spicy spicy fresh and tasty with saaauuuuuuccccca, oh man
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oh wow, oh man, the texture, spicy so spicy will my eye pop out, award winning, stunning, oh man, oh wow, think im going to pass out, oh wow, oil palm, think my chin will rest in the plate. spicy spicy fresh and tasty with saaauuuuuuccccca, oh man
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Glenda
I would absolutely love to come to West Africa there. Every person was so welcoming. Not to mention the incredible palm nut and seafood stew. Thank you for sharing Mark! I can't wait to see what's next. Susie in Ky.
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I would absolutely love to come to West Africa there. Every person was so welcoming. Not to mention the incredible palm nut and seafood stew. Thank you for sharing Mark! I can't wait to see what's next. Susie in Ky.
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Sarita
I applaud Mark on bringing different foods and cultures around the world. His descriptions on every food is invisible to the tastebuds.
Mark stomach can switch and adjust to ALL types with JOY/HAPPINESS!
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I applaud Mark on bringing different foods and cultures around the world. His descriptions on every food is invisible to the tastebuds.
Mark stomach can switch and adjust to ALL types with JOY/HAPPINESS!
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madeleine
Hello wow, thank you to go to my city. Mine is sassandra, after san pedro and grand bereby. I missed that food. Thank you so much. You will see a nice place for holidays. Have fun
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Hello wow, thank you to go to my city. Mine is sassandra, after san pedro and grand bereby. I missed that food. Thank you so much. You will see a nice place for holidays. Have fun
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Adel
Wow Mark it was amazing a trip and the food looks delicious and the hospitality s is great
Congratulations to rich 10 million I hope you will be the first in traveling videos
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Wow Mark it was amazing a trip and the food looks delicious and the hospitality s is great
Congratulations to rich 10 million I hope you will be the first in traveling videos
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Mysticrobb
I really believe that people should explore more natural foods in nature. In a world of highly processed food people have lost touch with there taste buds and nutrition.
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I really believe that people should explore more natural foods in nature. In a world of highly processed food people have lost touch with there taste buds and nutrition.
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TONY
How many countries have you travelled so far or should I ask how many countries have you not yet travelled. you inspire me alot. I hope one day I'll start travelling
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How many countries have you travelled so far or should I ask how many countries have you not yet travelled. you inspire me alot. I hope one day I'll start travelling
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colour
Looks delicious! I do think that eating it with rice is a waste though. Palm nut stew with kwacoco (taro paste steamed in banana leaves. I salivate just thinking.
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Looks delicious! I do think that eating it with rice is a waste though. Palm nut stew with kwacoco (taro paste steamed in banana leaves. I salivate just thinking.
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Patrick
Mark, not bad for an American to speak a few words of French. But I thought you spent time as a young man in the Congo where they also speak the French language.
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Mark, not bad for an American to speak a few words of French. But I thought you spent time as a young man in the Congo where they also speak the French language.
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Soothing
Cullinary Sophistication and complexity to bring out Deep African Flavours. Would love to taste that dish! Great job Mark and Team, and Blessings to the Locals!
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Cullinary Sophistication and complexity to bring out Deep African Flavours. Would love to taste that dish! Great job Mark and Team, and Blessings to the Locals!
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Geee
so lovely. So these women who are cooking and sourcing food. Are they paid? I can imagine that the producers buy the food. Now, the ones cooking, are they paid?
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so lovely. So these women who are cooking and sourcing food. Are they paid? I can imagine that the producers buy the food. Now, the ones cooking, are they paid?
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tambulee
Thank you Mark. I don t know that I d ever try some of these foods but I really do enjoy seeing how other humans get on in their corner of the globe.
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Thank you Mark. I don t know that I d ever try some of these foods but I really do enjoy seeing how other humans get on in their corner of the globe.
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John
Totally cool with eating with your hands in a lot of cultures. I just can t do it like that. Unless it s pizza or something. But the food looked amazing.
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Totally cool with eating with your hands in a lot of cultures. I just can t do it like that. Unless it s pizza or something. But the food looked amazing.
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Jim
Hi Mark. It's Wayne. Thanks for your video. They always are informative and neat to watch. I'm near Hershey Pa. Not to far from shady maple smorgasbord.
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Hi Mark. It's Wayne. Thanks for your video. They always are informative and neat to watch. I'm near Hershey Pa. Not to far from shady maple smorgasbord.
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Hassan
Congratulations Mark what an unbelievable achievement hitting 10 million I wish you all the success and many more videos to come!
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Congratulations Mark what an unbelievable achievement hitting 10 million I wish you all the success and many more videos to come!
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