Yams, a staple of African cuisine, have deep roots in the continent’s food history and agricultural practices. Their cultural ...

Although American scientists had been busy studying ... came to fruition because of the discovery of a wild Mexican yam. The yam was key to the development of synthetic hormones, a scientific ...

If you are buying yams from a specialist African or Caribbean shop, ask them how to prepare the yams you are buying. They will have advice on whether the yam must be peeled before cooking and how ...