Kookoo roo koo. The sound of the early bird is not the only thing striking the air. The pestle calls, and the hot yams answer quietly, a melody that is all too famous. Efo ebolo, eja yinyan, and Ponmo, the pot holds all kinds of mouthwatering delicacies as each bite unlocks a memory of times past. An eager yearning that satisfies and fills the heart is born. Iya Yusuf’s Pantry is a bridge that connects Nigeria to you, bringing to life what was once a memory.
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Kookoo roo koo
A poem by Yusuf Sanni about Nigerian food, memory, and the connection to home.
September 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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