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Funniest Things Colleagues Abroad Have Said About African Food

Tokunbo CentralTokunbo CentralOPOct 24, 2026 at 11:17 AM9 views1 reply

“Is jollof just rice?” “Why is your soup so spicy?” “You eat that with your hands?” What is the funniest thing a colleague abroad has said about African food?

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Tokunbo CentralOP·5 days agoBest answer

Tokunbo Central’s answer: every African abroad has a story like this. Food is also one of the easiest ways to share your culture.

  • Common reactions: surprise at pepper levels, swallow eaten by hand, and the size of party portions.
  • Turn it into a moment: bring jollof or puff-puff to a team lunch, or recommend a good African restaurant nearby.
  • Explain gently: most questions come from curiosity, not disrespect.
  • Know when it is not okay: comments that mock your culture or smell of your food can cross a line. Many workplaces have policies on respect and inclusion.

Your turn: what is the funniest comment you have heard about your food abroad, and how did you respond?

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