Articles written by Melody Mundawarara

Ahead of the International Day for Biological Biodiversity, there has been a call to plant and care for more trees in Zimbabwe,

May 20, 2011 - Melody Mundawarara

Braais, as barbecues are known as in Southern Africa, are popular; when the weather is good. With planning an enjoyable time can be had by everyone.

Feb 3, 2011 - Melody Mundawarara

Marden Singers brought early Christmas cheer to Harare recently with their traditional performances of an extensive selection from Handel's Messiah.

Dec 8, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Uncooked stuffed tomatoes are healthy as well as refreshing because heat-sensitive nutrients are preserved. Here are two recipes to try.

Dec 8, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Africa's first FIFA World Cup tournament came to a festive end last Sunday night in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was widely regarded as a great success.

Jul 14, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

In another surprising twist to the 2010 FIFA World Cup matches, Spain won a 1-0 victory over a high-scoring Germany last night in Durban, South Africa.

Jul 8, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Germany continued their relentless quest for the 2010 FIFA World Cup with a 4-0 win against Argentina on Saturday 3 July at Cape Town, South Africa.

Jul 6, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Despite controversy, Argentina emerged the clear winner after last Saturday's World Cup last 16 game. They qualified to face Germany in the quarter finals.

Jun 29, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Zimbabwe Warriors faced World Cup-bound Samba Boys in Harare on Wednesday. They lost 3-0 to Brazil, but went down fighting in this friendly soccer match.

Jun 10, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

Zimbabwe Warriors' engagement with Brazil's Samba Boys is a culmination of year-long negotiations. Whatever the outcome, the national team should benefit.

Jun 1, 2010 - Melody Mundawarara

A Mongolian Barbecue or Mongolian Braai allows hosts and guests much freedom. Preparation may be done in advance and guests are free to choose their own food and cook it.

Nov 9, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Low calorie summer soups are the perfect way to cool down in hot weather. They are easy to make and only require a few seasonal ingredients.

Nov 7, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Mana Pools is the ideal place to get close to nature. It is a truly remote park, far from any major town or human settlement.

Nov 7, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The delicate flavour of oyster mushrooms make them suitable for risotto. The shallot is used to give a piquant taste in this recipe.

Nov 6, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The traveler who is an adventurous eater should enjoy trying these unusual Zimbabwean foods.

Oct 25, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Lake Kariba is a special place of incredible beauty that is a nature lover's dream. The scenery at this African holiday spot also makes it a photographer's paradise.

Oct 17, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The common bell pepper is transformed into a substantial meal when filled with a variety of stuffings. Here is one recipe to try.

Aug 24, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Packed with vitamin C, tomatoes are used raw or cooked; as part of main dishes or as garnishes. Most people have their favourite way of eating them. Here are two to try.

Aug 18, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Homemade soup made from fresh vegetables can be served as a starter or as a hearty meal when combined with bread.

Aug 3, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Chicken pot pie tastes even better when made from scratch at home. This dish of creamed chicken filling topped by a flaky puff pastry crust can be made ahead and frozen.

Aug 3, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

This is an elegant, nutritious and quick-to-make dish made from wholegrain rice. The herbs enhance flavour.

Aug 2, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Tomato sauce is a popular and useful food. It is even more healthy and nutritious when homemade because we can watch what goes into it.

Aug 1, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

This healthy vegetable lasagna can be easily adapted for vegans by using tofu instead of cheese. Either way, it makes delicious eating.

Aug 1, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

By reorganizing your meal preparation and doing some of the cooking ahead during less rushed hours, you can have frozen tasty, nutritious dishes to use on busier days.

Jul 28, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The Scripture Cake was meant as a way to teach young girls baking and Bible verses. Today it is still enjoyed by families all over the world.

May 14, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

A baked potato is a simple yet super versatile dish. Delicious as a side dish, or wonderful as a meal, they are filling and a great source of vitamin

May 14, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Eating Vitamin C-rich winter fruit will help to prevent colds.

May 12, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Fruit appeals to most people. It can be eaten fresh and raw so that nutrients are preserved.

May 12, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

Homemade spreads are often healthier. They also give you a chance to experiment and create unique, interesting flavours.

May 12, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The Duchess is a 2008 film based on Amanda Foreman's biography of the 18th-century English aristocrat Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire. It is available on DVD.

Apr 8, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

The name may be off-putting to some, but soured milk is nutritious and generally safe to eat if prepared hygienically.

Feb 21, 2009 - Melody Mundawarara

In Zimbabwe, as with other African countries, most families do not have traditional Christmas dishes. Rather, people just cook, share and enjoy their favourite foods.

Dec 31, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

The Marden Singers continued a decades-long tradition with uplifting performances at Arundel and Nazareth House chapels in Harare, Zimbabwe this year.

Dec 30, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Some instructions for making yogurt look complicated but, in fact, all you have to do is to combine milk and a starter culture and keep it warm for a few hours.

Nov 30, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Oyster mushrooms have grown in availability and popularity worldwide. What does one look for when buying or choosing them?

Nov 16, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Oyster mushrooms are best when cooked. Delicious on their own, they can also be added to other dishes such as sauces, omelettes and risottos.

Nov 16, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Sadza provides the perfect background for savoury dishes. It can be made using different types of meal. It is also a good source of energy-giving carbohydrates.

Oct 24, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

It seems that most people do not know that pumpkin leaves are edible. Cooked, they are delicious and nutritious; rich in the mineral iron and Vitamin A.

Oct 17, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Pessimism and optimism vie for each other as one watches Jeremy Gilley's documentary. The idea is noble but will it work in a world that seems to be getting more violent?

Sep 21, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

The Zimbabwe International Film Festival 2008, celebrated the Art of Film and Film as Art. Here are the productions and film-makers that took honours.

Sep 19, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

The calabash panorama of short feature films is brought by Ziff to celebrate and encourage Zimbabwean talent in film-making.

Sep 14, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Over 300 people of all ages gathered at the Rainbow 7 Arts Theatre in Harare, Zimbabwe for the opening night of the 2008 Zimbabwe International Film Festival.

Sep 6, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

When there are frequent power cuts and shortages of basic essentials, green intentions are put to the test. Ideas on making the best of all situations are given here.

Sep 1, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

There is actually quite an art to boiling eggs well. Fortunately it is quite simple to learn. A few suggestions on how to use hard-boiled eggs are also given here.

Aug 30, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Herb butters can be so impressive that they have sometimes been called snob butters. Yet they are quite simple to prepare. Here are a few recipes to try.

Aug 16, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara

Curly leaf parsley's slightly peppery flavor can be used to subtly enhance the taste of food.

Aug 11, 2008 - Melody Mundawarara