Ethiopian Art
Ethiopian Art starts in the early 4th century with ancient Christianity root to decorate Churches and monasteries.
Painting, Crosses, Icons, Rock arts were likely produced as far as the introduction of Christianity
These paintings were created by my brother, a brilliant artist with a vast body of work. Art is also very important in Ethiopian culture. Most monuments and religious architecture decorated with the unique style of Ethiopian art which often illustrate Bible stories not heard in the west
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
Ethiopia is known as a region of Coffee. It is the most popular beverage in the country. Ethiopian Coffee ceremony is much more than sipping a cup of coffee, it is an important cultural ritual that has been passed from generation to generation.
The ceremony is the best occasion for socializing and getting together with relatives, friends, or neighbors. It is also a great opportunity for the hosts to share hospitality with their guests. Ethiopian Coffee ceremony is a delightful process to watch and is usually performed by a woman.
The Coffee ceremony starts by roasting Green Coffee Beans over a charcoal fire. Then, the beans are ground with a traditional bowl and pounding tool. From there, a Jebena (Traditional Coffee Pot) is filled with water, and freshly ground coffee is added. The Jebena is placed on the charcoal fire until it boils. Finally, the coffee can be served.
It is an honor to attend a coffee ceremony and it is considered a high mark of respect in Ethiopian culture.
Enjera
Injera is a national food of Ethiopia that is eaten daily in every household. It is the most of any Ethiopian meal used as a serving platter, the taste is similar to sourdough bread and the look is closer to a large flat pancake.
Traditional Injera is made with just two ingredients, Teff Flour is mixed with water and fermented for few days. Then, it is baked by pouring the mixture on the top of a large circular clay over a wood fire.
Teff is an ancient tiny grain from the High Land of Ethiopia, rich in Iron and other minerals as well as protein.