This is a book that I almost did not publish. As a Wal-Mart supplier, I feel a need to share my Wal-Mart journey with everyone. I had the idea to write this book in March 2006, given all the hell that broke loose with Wal-Mart. There were so many distractions, discouraging comments and events. Every person I told about the book or read the manuscript has serious reservations and concern for my well being.

I think Caucasians buy African foods because they are curious by nature. African food purchases are perceived as adventures. One that they return to many times, for they had discovered an exciting taste.

African food is not as foreign as people think.  Majority of U.S. Southern cuisine and Soul Food originated from Africa. Similar ingredients, just prepared differently.  Have you ever eaten chocolate? If yes, you’ve eaten African food. The cocoa that is used in your favorite chocolate comes from Ivory Coast and Nigeria. How about the tea leaves that goes into Lipton and other teas? If it is not green tea, it comes from Kenya, Cameroun and other African countries. How often are you in Starbucks getting the latte? Starbucks gets coffee in at least five African countries.