Angola

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Angola Cuisine

As a Portuguese colony for centuries, Angolan cuisine bears Portuguese influences. For instance, the Angolans’ use of certain spices and methods of cooking were greatly influenced by Portugal. Still, other European and Asian cuisines have also left a mark in Angola’s culinary culture.

SHORT INFORMATION

Overview of Angola

Officially name: The Republic of Angola

Capital: Luanda

Largest city: Luanda

Official language: Portuguese

Government: Presidential republic

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Weddings in Angolan Culture

As with many African countries, the Angolan culture constitutes a number of different tribes. Naturally, Angolan weddings and traditional marriage practices will and do vary from tribe to tribe and culture to culture.