As a small country on the west coast of Africa throughout its history Sierra Leone has always
embraced diversity - and this willingness to discover and grow has shaped Sierra Leone's rich
food culture. Forged by history people and place the cuisine is completely unique. Maria
Bradford's recipes inspired by her grandmother's cooking have at their heart the traditional
meals of Maria's childhood introducing delicious Afro-fusion dishes and flavours.
Characterised by key ingredients including tamarind beans sesame seeds mango chilli and
pineapple in Maria's hands these ingredients become something truly special. Moreover she
tells the story of the cuisine and the people shedding light on everyday life through
exclusive location photography. Through her evocative writing and innovative dishes that draw
on tradition while melding contemporary influences Maria's Sweet Salone is a stunning culinary
dive into recipes and a culture unmatched anywhere in the world.
