African cuisine is frequently, if not consistently, labeled as traditional by both continental Africans and those in the African Diaspora. Strikingly, it is uncommon to hear members of other ethnicities characterize their food in the same manner. It’s noteworthy that the term “traditional” traditionally implies adherence to long-standing customs or behaviors within a group or society. Consequently, being traditional suggests a conservative nature, aligning with the ways of a specific ethnic group.