The nyama choma injustice that spoils our get-togethers
Chef William Gwaro, 35, of Porksite, prepares nyama choma during the Nation Media Group Kenya Meat Expo 2025 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi on August 6, 2025
My tribesmen. This behaviour has got to stop because it has gone on for far too long. Besides, times have changed; therefore, it only makes sense that our habits follow suit. I know, I know, you’re wondering what I’m going on about. Indulge me for a minute or two to lay down the context.
Over the weekend, I was invited to a house-warming party somewhere in a village in Central Kenya. I’ve been to a total of two housewarming parties, which took place a couple of years ago; therefore, I was excited about this one. The house was beautiful, and the food was in plenty. And yes, there was a glorious stew of potatoes, carrots, peas and meat as you would expect of any self-respecting Murima bash. This stew is not a stereotype, by the way. I know because I grew up eating it, and have made it myself quite a few times…
