Partnering For Change: Forested & Kumbatia π
π± Hereβs a sneak peek into our recent sourcing trip alongside alternative sourcing program partners, @forested.co
Empowering Communities, Preserving Ecosystems: Kumbatia's Commitment
ππ Empowering Communities, Preserving Ecosystems: Kumbatia's Commitment ππ
Let's Make Some Deep-Fried Fish, Ugali, & Mchicha Wa Nazi (Coconut Cream).
Let's make some deep-fried fish, ugali, and mchicha wa nazi (coconut cream).
Samaki Wa Maembe
Let's make some samaki wa maembe (fish cooked in mango sauce), a popular local dish throughout Lamu and much of the Swahili Coast.
Alternative Sourcing
Kumbatia has developed an alternative products department where we strive to source sustainable, high-value non-seafood products from our partner fishing communities in an attempt to create supplemental forms of income for women, youth, and other community members not involved in our seafood supply chain.
Community Feature: Kiunga
Last week our co-founders checked in with our fishing friends in Kiunga, a coastal community in the Lamu Archipelago situated on the Somali border.
Samaki Wa Kupaka (grilled fish in coconut sauce)
Samaki Wa Kupaka (grilled fish in coconut sauce)
Digital Transformation in The Sustainable Blue Economy.
Kumbatia was honored to participate in CTG's inaugural Digifair. We showcased our products and unveiled our innovative approach focused on delivering the highest quality seafood while fostering sustainable development within small-scale fishing communities along the coast.
Building a Sustainable Future for Kenya's Fisheries
Kenyaβs parliament recently passed a bill introducing a 20 percent tax on fish imports.
Ikejime Fishing Method
At Kumbatia Seafood we take pride in our commitment to delivering the highest quality seafood in East Africa.
Safeguarding Tafi: Sustainable Fishing and Cultural Preservation
Rabbitfish, also known as "tafi," is a key species processed and distributed by Kumbatia Seafood during our low season.
How To Fillet a Grouper
Kumbatia co-founder Bernard Iha instructs us on how he likes to fillet tewa (rock cod/grouper).
Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Pasta tossed with a garlic-infused creamy sauce and plump juicy shrimp.