Sweet Salone : Recipes from the Heart of Sierra Leone - Maria Bradford

Sweet Salone

Recipes from the Heart of Sierra Leone

By: Maria Bradford

Hardcover | 13 January 2023

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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.

About the Author

Maria Bradford was born in Sierra Leone. She grew up in Freetown, and started helping her mother prepare family meals from about nine years of age. Inspired by her heritage, Maria reinvents traditional African dishes to create high end Afro-fusion cuisine, and is renowned for her 'Salone Spark' and 'Salone Fire' sauces.

Maria studied at Leiths School of Food and Wine and founded Maria Bradford Kitchen in 2017. Her catering is in high demand for corporate events, weddings and private dining throughout Africa and the UK. Maria lives in the south of England with her husband and two children.
Industry Reviews

"As much one for armchair travellers as cooks, this glossy tome is packed with photography and travelogues taking readers through the streets of capital Freetown, down the Sierra Leone River and back into Bradford's home kitchen." -Sarah Barrell, National Geographic


"Inspired by childhood memories and a rich cultural history, this meditative cookbook includes beautiful photography, fusion recipes, and heartfelt stories." - Courtney Rodgers, Book Riot

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