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Cooking/Nutrition
Hello,
I heard tupperware and spices are good to bring along - any other cooking supplies I am better off bringing with me?
The Lonely Planet guide raved about the cuisine of Benin and my Africa Cookbook (Jessica Harris) also mentioned the markets and included a few recipes. Is is true that eggplant, okra and tomatoes are available year round? In the rural areas is it common to have a kitchen garden?
Side issues: malaria meds - are there several options if you experience adverse side effects?
What would you suggest as a good gift for a host family? The PC Benin guide suggests a small token of appreciation like American candy, calendars, books or the like might be okay. Any tips?
Thanks again,
Anna
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