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Kunga cake
In East Africa huge clouds of midges that rise out of the tropical rivers and lakes are caught by the millions and squeezed into solid blocks and cooked as kunga cake
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Media ID 8595103
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience the fascinating wonders of East Africa with our Media Storehouse Kunga Cake Poster Print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the unique process of making Kunga cake – a delicacy made from the millions of midges that rise from tropical rivers and lakes. Add this intriguing poster to your collection and bring the exotic beauty of East Africa into your home or office."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42.3cm x 42cm (16.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In the heart of East Africa, where the equatorial sun casts a golden glow over the tropical landscape, an intriguing culinary tradition unfolds. This image showcases the process of making Kunga cake, a unique delicacy born from the abundant natural resources of the region. Kunga cake is crafted from the millions of midges, or small flying insects, that rise out of the rivers and lakes during the daytime hours. These invertebrates, belonging to the arthropod family, are skillfully collected by hand and squeezed into solid blocks. The blocks are then cooked, resulting in a dense, savory cake that is a cherished local delicacy. The hexapods, with their six legs and exoskeletons, form an essential part of the intricate web of life in this ecosystem. Their transformation into Kunga cake represents a testament to the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people of Africa, who have found a way to harness the natural abundance of their environment and create a dish that is both nourishing and culturally significant. The process of making Kunga cake is a communal affair, with families and neighbors gathering together to share in the experience. The daytime hours are filled with laughter and camaraderie as the midges are collected and transformed into a delectable treat. The warm, sunlit scene depicted in this photograph encapsulates the essence of this vibrant tradition, highlighting the deep connection between the people of Africa and the land they call home. This image offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of African culture, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of its people as they continue to celebrate and preserve the unique culinary traditions that have been passed down through generations.
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