Garrett Oliver, brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery, and chef Pierre Thiam are collaborating to promote fonio, an ancient West African grain with significant nutritional value and sustainability benefits. Fonio's characteristics, such as its resilience to climate change and low cultivation needs, make it a promising ingredient. Their partnership stems from a meet-up inspired by a TED Talk by Thiam, who emphasizes fonio's deep-rooted cultural significance and versatility in various dishes. As both culinary experts leverage fonio’s intense flavor and cooking potential, they aim to elevate its status in modern cuisine.
Brewmaster Garrett Oliver and chef Pierre Thiam see immense potential in fonio, an ancient West African grain that's nutrient-dense and climate-resilient, for innovative culinary uses.
Fonio, revered in African culture, needs minimal water and no fertilizers, making it ideal for sustainable growth in challenging environments, as emphasized by chef Pierre Thiam.
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