To celebrate Africa Day decided to show you a Zambian feast. If you’re in the mood to indulge in traditional Zambian food or if you’re looking for a different place to lunch then, Mpoto Yathu translated to “Our Pot” is your go-to spot. Arrived just before 12 pm as I was advised that it was…
Category: Tradition
The St Patrick’s Ball
March 17 is St Patrick’s Day which is a global celebration of the Irish culture. It particularly remembers Saint Patrick, one of Ireland’s patron saints, who ministered Christianity in Ireland during the fifth century. It is customary to wear green clothing or accessories as Saint Patrick is said to have used the shamrock (a green…
Zambia: The Problem with Misconceptions
A continent as complex and beautiful as Africa is often surrounded by myths, making it difficult for people to see it objectively. A common misconception is that many view the planet’s second-largest continent, composed of 54 countries, as a single country. These types of perceptions and misconceptions are perpetuated both in the media and in…
An Artistic Afternoon at Chaminuka
The weekend is always the perfect opportunity to take a drive all the way to Chaminuka. It has one of the largest private Zambian art collections which is estimated to be a 1000-piece collection, placed throughout the lodge and collected over the years by its founder and owner Andrew Sardonis. As you enter the grounds…
A Very Greek Easter
Sprung into April by going to the Greek Orthodox Easter Sunday celebrations held at the Horse Shoe. Now, I must say I did not know much about it, this was a whole new experience for me, but I had Nick the host walk me through some of the traditional aspects and what it all represents…
The Points of Lu 