Dreaming About Flavors with Aistou

Aistou M’Baye is a Senegalese culinary blogger based in Paris. In 2015, she began sharing her culinary passion via her blog, Aistou Cuisine. Her incredible blog features recipes that incorporate ingredients grown in Senegal.  

Her blog grew in popularity, both in Dakar, Senegal, and also in Europe. She seized an opportunity to expand her community by opening two restaurants, the first in Dakar and another in Paris.

Aistou Mbaye | Photo courtesy of Aistou Mbaye  

In Dakar, Kéliba Café serves fresh and healthy options while intentionally supporting local producers and featuring seasonal ingredients. In Paris, Afrikn Bowl features cuisine inspired by Hawaiian bowls and African flavors, providing a combination of healthy and gourmet options.

 Cassava Cookies - Banana & Chocolate

Aistou explores traditional ingredients in a creative and modern style in her cookbook, Saveurs Subsahariennes. The 40 recipes invite you on a taste journey through Senegalese and West African cuisine.

Get to know Aistou at Aistoucuisine.com where she creates unforgettable dishes and her step-by-step cooking guides make every dish easy to create.