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LA NUIT DE SARAFINA Photographie by David Tergémina & TRG Prod. l Modeling by Sara Djadji l Styliste by Sébastien Payen l Makeup artist & Hair Stylist by Valérie Blacodon
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Photography: David Tergémina / TRG Prod. Modèle: Sara Djadji Stylisme: Sébastien Payen MUA / Hair Stylist: Valérie Blacodon
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Photography: David Tergémina / TRG Prod. Modèle: Sara Djadji Stylisme: Sébastien Payen MUA / Hair Stylist: Valérie Blacodon
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table of contents THE
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EDITOR’S LETTER
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LES ARTICLES HOT-HOT-FASHION
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LECON DE MAQUILLAGE
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2012 BEST DRESSED CELEBRITIES
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HENRIETTE MBOU W. INTERVIEW
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BEAUTY PICKS
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DIANA ROSS SUPER NATURALS
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THE ED’S LETTER
“Be a hero and help save the planet by making simple lifestyle changes.”
Here we are again, dear Tropical friends! I trust you are all well. April is about to knock on our doors and Summer days are leaving those who live in Southern Africa, while those in Europe are starting to smile to great sun rays. What a pity! Like it or not, Mother Nature is always right. By the way, have you started living Green? Each of us has an impact on the planet. The way we use the planet's resources make up our environmental footprint. If we continue living the way we do, by 2030 we will need two planets to sustain us. Please turn the pages and find out about our eco-friendly tips. Here is to another ride, a full-packed issue with interviews, incredible photo shoots and so much food for the soul. May you enjoy this issue more & until next time, please 'Stay Tropics, always!' ***
Chers amis des Tropiques, J'espère que vous allez tous bien. Avril est sur le point de frapper à nos portes et les jours d'Eté lâchent ceux qui vivent en Afrique australe, tandis que ceux d’Europe commencent à sourire aux grands rayons de soleil qui les réchauffent. Vraiment dommage pour moi! Qu'on le veuille ou non, Mère Nature a toujours raison, soit dit en passant. Au fait, avez-vous commencé à adopter la vie en vert? N’oublions pas que chacun d’entre nous a un impact sur la planète. La façon dont nous utilisons les ressources de la planète fait partie de notre empreinte environnementale. Si nous continuons à vivre comme nous le faisons, d'ici 2030 nous aurons besoin d’une seconde planète comme ‘backup’. Je vous invite à tourner les pages afin d’en savoir plus sur nos conseils éco. Voici donc, pour le plaisir de tous, un tout nouveau numéro plein d’infos, de surprises, d’interviews, de séances de photos exceptionnelles. Enfin, vous êtes, une fois de plus, servis.
Je vous souhaite une bonne lecture. A la prochaine et surtout "Restez Tropics, toujours ! " Editor-in-Chief & Founder TROPICS MAGAZINE
LES ARTICLES Mesdames, il n’y a rien de plus beau qu’un home en veste. Encouragez-le à en porter !
HOT-HOT-HOT FASHION
Ladies, grab a colorful scarf and assort it with a skirt or simply use it as a head wrap for your bad-hair days.
WOMEN
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The Evolution Of
PITHER OLIVIA Photographie by Djamel Boucly l Makeup by Matvei Droulez
Photography by Urivaldo Lopez Modeling by Pither Olivia
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SPOTLIGHT
RUNWAY MODEL Photos: Matthieu Delbreuve Model: Pither Olivia
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The VISIONARY Photography: Jana Hernette Maquillage: Amelie Make-up Coiffure: Flowers Hairstyles Styliste: Melanie Vagenheim
COUP DE COEUR A strong eye for fashion and a refined hand for creation characterize Sam Edelman shoes. Bringing more than 30 years of experience developing some of the most successful shoe collections in fashion history, founder Sam Edelman has honed his craft to deliver women’s shoes that reflect his creative sensibility, one marked by use of sensual textures, playful embellishment and confident style. The Sam Edelman brand was launched in 2004 with a complete collection, and quickly emerged as a breakout success in the women’s shoe arena. In a bold stroke of whimsy, Sam imprinted his oversize hand-drawn signature on the insole of his shoes, and the expressive signature has become an iconic hallmark of the brand. Capturing the imaginations of stylish young women, each season the collection boasts sell-out hits such as: the Celine (Sp’07), a punch-out, laser-cut ballet, the Ginger (Sp’08), a studded gladiator sandal; and the Jackson (Fall’09), an over-the-knee suede boot. Celebrity fans include Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Miley Cyrus, Rachel Bilson, Halle Berry and Katy Perry. Please visit his website - http://www.samedelman.com
maquillage ______ Makeup that compliments who you are
Lanvin surely does as they used an assortment of chocolate beauties for their SS11′ Show during Paris Fashion Week. Ajak Deng, Jeneil Williams, Ataui Deng, Jourdan Dunn, & Melodie Monrose all graced the runway.
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LECON DE MAQUILLAGE Etape 1, les sourcils Les maquilleurs sont unanimes là-dessus - et Daw ne déroge pas à la règle : les sourcils comptent énormément dans l'expression du regard. Aussi faut-il avant toute chose discipliner ses sourcils avec une petite brosse. Et idéalement même, retravailler leur couleur avec un crayon spécial (plus sec, dont la couluer ne bouge pas). Etape 2, créer l'effet lumière On applique sur toute la paupière mobile un fard dorée. Une teinte qui va en outre aider à contraster les couleurs. Etape 3, le bleu Avec un fard de même texture (un fard crème), on applique le bleu canard du milieu vers l'extérieur de la paupière. Puis on intensifie la teinte avec un fard poudre mat et plus pigmenté turquoise. Avec un pinceau sec, on floute les couleurs au milieu de la paupière pour éviter de faire deux blocs colorés !
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Etape 4, le crayon A la base de la paupière, on passe un trait de crayon coloré. Important : la texture du crayon glissante permet une application plus facile. On finit par un trait de crayon noir au ras des cils pour intensifier le regard. Etape 5, le mascara On le choisit bleu et Vanessa frémit... Pourtant quand elle voit le résultat, avec son regard pepsi, elle est étonnée et ravie !
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Be a hero and help save the planet by making simple lifestyle changes. Each of us has an impact on the planet. The way we use the planet's resources make up our environmental footprint. If we continue living the way we do, by 2030 we will need two planets to sustain us. Determine your impact by measuring your footprints. Then find out what you can do to reduce it with our eco-friendly tips.
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t home reduce your carbon
footprint at home with these eco-friendly tips: Be waste-wise. Make it your goal to have a ZERO WASTE household. If you start composting and recycling you can DRAMATICALLY reduce the amount of waste you send to your local landfill site every week. Recycle. Go on the internet and find out what is recyclable and start today! At work reduce your carbon footprint at work: The dark side. Always turn off unnecessary lights during the day and turn off all lights at night. Lighting an empty office overnight can waste the amount of energy required to heat water for 1000 cups of coffee!
Shut down. Shut down computers overnight and use power saving options. Turn off unused machines at the plug. Appliances continue to draw electricity on stand by. Virtual travel. An initial investment in tele- and video-conferencing facilities will reduce the need for flights saving money, time and carbon emissions. Print less. Always print 2 pages per sheet or print on both sides of the paper. Go to Print, click on Properties, and choose Page layout: 2 pages per sheet OR go to Print, click on Properties, click on Finishing and choose Print Style: 2-sided printing. Optimize paper use. Change the margins on your word documents for more words on a page. Click on File, and choose Page set up and change the margins to 2 cm. Buying power. Only buy recycled paper or paper from FSC certified sources. the FSC label ensure that the paper comes from responsible sources. page 40 l APRIL/AVRIL 2012
Clean travel. Organise a car pool to work, or even better, cycle to the office. Recycle your e-Waste. Electronic waste (ewaste) is the term used to describe old, endof-life or discarded appliances using electricity. It includes computers, consumer electronics, fridges etc. Visit www.e-waste.org.za to learn how to recycle your office’s e-waste. Water wise. Don’t serve bottled water at meetings. It takes 3 litres of water to produce 1 litre of bottled water. Promote tap water. 'Green' procurement. As far as possible choose eco friendly products or services that aim to have the minimum impact on the environment. JOSELYA MARCELLE (Brazzaville)
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A Neuwiller-les-Saverne, nous avons la chance d’être situés dans cette magnifique région des Vosges, riche d'une faune et d'une flore d'exception. Ainsi, notre engagement, pour la préservation de notre patrimoine environnemental, se fait sans attendre, au quotidien. Dans nos maisons, nous mettons en œuvre des moyens simples, efficaces et concrets qui œuvrent en ce sens : savon et produits d'entretien écologiques, destruction des graisses de cuisine par l'utilisation de bactéries, proposition de repas bio, café et thé issus du commerce équitable, tri des déchets, engrais naturels dans les jardins, désherbage thermique, aménagement d'espaces naturels (mare, tourbière, jardin d'insectes, nichoirs, culture de plantes anciennes et d'herbes aromatiques), récupération des eaux en citerne, compost alimentaire et pour le jardinage ... www.ethic-etapes.fr
Aliko DANGOTE (b. on April 10,1957), is the Nigerian founder and president of Dangote Group. He is known to be one the richest man in Africa , but he said "I think I have to be rated by Forbes magazine first before I can be [called] the richest man in Africa," says Mr. Dangote modestly. "But, you know, I'm comfortable."He ranked first in Nigeria in the Forbes 2008 list of the richest people in the world with a fortune estimated at 3.3 billion dollars. With an estimated current net worth of around US$ 13.8 billion, he was ranked by Forbes as the richest Nigerian citizen . He is also simultaneously the richest Aliko Dangote is the 'golden child' Nigerian business circles. The person ofof African descent in the world, Dangote consortium spanssurpassing across many sectors ofAlthe Nigerian Mohammed Amoudi ($12.3 economy billion) and Oprah Winfrey ($2.7 billion.) The Dangote Group provides , cements ,sugar, salt, flour , ricr, spaghettis, textile etc. at competitive prices. As a nonpartisan and detribalized businessperson, he is generous to different political parties, religious groups and cultural institutions. Apart from providing employment to elite graduates from different ethnic backgrounds, he minimizes the level of crime by engaging youths who are school leavers in the area of transportation, packaging, and security amongst others. (Website: www.dangotegroup.com/
A coalition has accused search giant Google of
being the "biggest threat to genetic privacy" for its alleged plan to create a searchable database of genetic information. Google was presented with an award as part of the Coalition Against Biopiracy's Captain Hook Awards for Biopiracy in Curitiba, Brazil, this week. The organizers allege that Google's collaboration with genomic research institute J. Craig Venter--to create a searchable online database of all the genes on the planet--is a clear example of Biopiracy. Biopiracy refers to the "monopolization of genetic resources" according to the show's organizers. It is also defined as the unauthorized use of biological resources by organizations such as corporations, universities and governments. According to the award's Web site, Google is guilty of biopiracy because plans for a searchable database could make it easier for private genetic information to be abused. "Google, in cooperation with Craig Venter, are developing plans to make all of our genomes Googlable to facilitate the brave new world of private genetically tailored medicines," the site claims.
BUSINESS EVENTS 02-Apr-2012 AGRA Middle East 2012 is not only the largest agribusiness trade event in the region, but also an unmatched platform for international suppliers of technology, fertilizers, irrigation systems and the like to showcase the benefits of their products to importers, buyers and government officials from the Middle East. Tel: Tel: +971-4-3321000
06-Apr-2012 Food Expo Ukraine 2012 is to accelerate informing all foodstuffs market participants about the latest technological solutions and create a background for equipping the industry with modern kinds of machinery, equipment and material resources. Profile of the Exhibitors is: Aquaculture, Frozen Fish, Refrigerating Equipment, Freezing Equipment, fish, Seafood Delicacy, Freshwater Fish, Fish Products, Fish Equipment, and Seafood Processing Equipment etc. Tel: +380-44-4619306 11-Apr-2012 Indonesia Oil and Gas Expo-Jakarta 2012 is the industry event for oil and gas professionals in the region. this international event is projected to bring together in 2012, more than 8,000 industry professionals to address the strategic, operational and technology aspect of the Indonesian oil and gas industry. Profile of the Exhibitors is: Offshore Platforms, Environmental Protection, Solution Control, Chemicals, Fluids, Lubricants, Communications, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Emergency Control, etc. Tel: +62-21-26645000 / 131
Vous connaissez peutêtre déjà le livre Internet Marketing, référence sur le sujet depuis plusieurs années déjà. Il décrypte en 330 pages les dernières tendances et fait la part belle aux exemples concrets et aux conseils opérationnels. Une bonne manière pour les professionnels du secteur de se tenir informé des dernières nouveautés du marketing web et de rester à la page. L'édition 2012 se penche notamment sur le marketing mobile, le Fcommerce, le référencement ou le web social. Et ce n'est pas moins de 70 campagnes qui sont décryptées : Atol, Avis, Levi’s, Magnum, Oasis, Flunch, Givenchy, LCL, Toyota, Look Voyages, TAXIS G7, Monoprix, Darty, Fnac, PMU, Kia, The Kooples... Parce que la théorie c’est bien, mais sans pratique cela ne vaut rien !
THE DIVA IN PICTURES: WHITNEY HOUSTON
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HENRIETTE MBOU WOUONO With her natural grace and innate modeling ability, Henriette MBOU WOUNO has risen through the ranks to become one of the industry’s most sought after faces from Africa. Here is what she had to share with us on her career: For how long have you been modeling and why CHINA? Being a model has been my dream ever since I was a little girl. I used to watch “America’s next top model” and I have always seen myself as one of them. For me, modeling is a deep passion; being a model takes more than a pretty face; it’s an art form that expresses a beauty, a passion and tells a story without words. Being here in China for my studies has given me the opportunity not only to accomplish my dream, to expand the image of my country (Gabon) and share the beauty of Africa but also to learn and understand the Chinese culture. Now I am currently in my second year of modeling career. How is Chinese’s fashion scene different from the Gabonese fashion scene? Each country has a different culture and a different way of doing things, but when it comes to fashion there is something that is almost similar, which is the “beauty”. As a foreign model I’ve noticed that the
Chinese’s fashion scene is a portal for foreigners to showcase their own country’s culture. As for Gabonese’s fashion scene, it brings out and promotes Gabonese culture not only in Gabon but in foreign countries also. With the Gabonese's fashion scene, the style and the design worn by the models express a cultural heritage, the way people live, a message to the population, a story of our ancestors and explain the foundation of our roots.
What has been the reaction like when your parents discovered your passion for modeling? There is a strong love connection among our family members. They were aware of my passion and love for modeling in the earliest days, they’ve supported me since then and they will always be by my side. Representing a bridge between Gabon and China’s culture, my parents are proud of me and encourage me to do more in the modeling industry.
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“Being a model has been my dream ever since I was a little girl. I used to watch “America’s next top model” and I have always seen myself as one of them.”
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“The person I look up to in the industry is a top model who promotes the values of Gabonese beauty and culture; that person is Gloria Mika.�
Who do you look up to in the industry?
What is the best part of the job for you?
The person I look up to in the industry is a top model who promotes the values of Gabonese beauty and culture; that person is Gloria Mika. She started in the modeling world, after being the first runner of a fashion contest in the United States. Since then, she has worked with renowned designers Ungaro, Escada, Pierre Cardin or Alphadi. Not only does she represent a successful top model but a Human Rights activist, mostly advocating for Democracy, Freedom of Press, Freedom of thought, the Right to Education for all, Human Rights education's implementation in the educational curricula in schools around the world. Since I know Gloria Mika she has always been the model that I admire and want to be like!
The best part of the job for me is to showcase Gabonese’s rich culture and help extend people knowledge about my country. Being a beauty queen does not allow me to sell only the image of Gabon in China but it permits me also to be an international spokesperson, advocacy serving humanity and communities in China, in Africa and around the world. Is there anything you haven’t accomplished yet that you’d like to? As an Agricultural Engineer, I’ll particularly defend some projects below which are very important for me and that I haven’t accomplished yet: The protection of the environment which includes - Reforestation; -Protection of nature and landscape; -Water treatment and conservation; -The constant struggle against ground pollution; -protect clean air against global warming pollution. In other hand, under the statue of a Beauty queen I’d go to defend my plan to Miss Earth Contest.
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In fact, The Miss Earth Contest is the third largest beauty pageant in the world that focuses on awareness elements for the environment. The Miss Earth pageant brings interest to environmental problems on a global scale. The projects of candidates and winners will be heard, have some helps and consideration. What do you like to do when you’re not modeling? Ever Since I was young, I have always been fascinated by sport such as volleyball. So when I’m not modeling, I usually practice with the volleyball team of my town. Also, I like to chill and spend time with my family and friends. How often do you go back to Gabon? Being far from my country’s specialties such as food, dance, music
TROPICS “My motto is: Where there is a will, there is a way!” and the life of Gabon makes me nostalgic. So I go back to my country each year. Who have you worked for in the industry and how has been the experience like? In this industry I have worked for many agencies where I’ve discovered other cultures and different amazing ways of working. I’ve lived passionate experiences with agencies such as “Dark Horse China Chongqing agency” where they require models to be creative and inspirited during photo shooting, with “the Agency of Cars Exhibition” where they asked us during the photo shooting to establish “a connection” with cars and with “Five excellent modeling and elegant costume” where I lived the exteriorization of many foreign cultures from the world…etc. What will you do after your modeling career is over? After my modeling career is over, I will not only work in Gabon but in many African countries as well; because, observing the damages caused by the climate change on the agricultural production in Africa, I will implement strategies and use my knowledge of agronomics engineer to promote the protection of the environment and the fight against global warming. Finally, I will fight to promote the use of greenhouses. Thereby, countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, suffering from drought will be able to find solutions for the famine and have safe agricultural production. What is your motto in life? Please say it French or in a Gabonese language… “Quand on veut on peux” (where there is a will, there is a way). This motto gives me confidence and strength to approach challenges with serenity.
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“After my modeling career is over, I will not only work in Gabon but in many African countries as well…”
I NTERVIEWS conducted by
VĂŠnicia Guinot
TROPICS MAGAZINE meets with…
DR. JEANELLE LANHAM
PHOTOGRAPHER l JERRIS MADISON. COURTESY OF TROPICS MAGAZINE
TROPICS INTERVIEW SOULutions™ Columnist Giving Understanding on LIVING a Drama-FREE
Life | Doctorate in Counselor | Speaker | Author | Wedding Officiant - Dr. Jeanelle™ resolves teenage issues through Successful Wisdom that Accelerates Greatness in Teenagers or as the teenagers call me I am the S.W.A.G. Doc.
Dr. Jeanelle, welcome to Tropics Magazine. What do you mean when you say you teach them to walk in their SWAG?
Thank you for having me. When I talk about walking in your S.W.A.G.™ I mean walking in YOUR Strength - Wisdom - Assurance Greatness™. S.W.A.G™ is a word we hear people say everyday but it's something not many know How to obtain. As someone who, as a teenager, was challenged with low self esteem, depression and insecurities, I wanted to show teens their worth and I created the S.W.A.G™ programs. When and why did you decide to become a doctor? What did you study in college and what did you do before joining? When I was younger I was bullied (teased) A Lot, by my family and friends, and it really affected the way I viewed myself. I knew this wasn't the best way to live so as I grew up I made it my mission to help teens live the Drama-Free Confident life I didn't get to live. I counseled in Girl Scouts®, teen ministries, churches and women's retreats. After high school I joined the Army and attended college(s) where I studied American Sign Language, Child Psychology, Teen & Family Counseling to name a few of my many interest. I received my Doctorate in Teen and Family Counseling August 2010.
If you weren't in this field, what would you be doing? Oh My, lol, if I wasn't doing this I'd love to own about 15 Bulls and have them compete in the PBR® or Professional Bull Riding®. This is a dream I still strive for....it's first on my 'Bucket List'! What are the best and worst aspects of being a SwagDoctor? I haven’t had many bad experiences being the S.W.A.G. Doc but what I do face often is that the parents are more reluctant to changing than their teens are. It's really weird; the parents beg for my help thinking only the teens have 'work' to do when in fact they play a bigger role in the outcome than they think. As for the best part of being the S.W.A.G. Doc I'd have to say it’s when the teens 'get it'; it does my heart good to see them understand. The light goes off and they have that aha moment. It’s the best feeling! As with everything, being The S.W.A.G. Doc. has is ups and downs but all in all I wouldn't trade what I do for anything; I love and live to help teens and their families live successfully! What is your opinion of today’s American teenagers’ behaviors? Are their issues recurrent? Teenagers today are no worse than the
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teenagers of "before" however with today's media and social networking we are being made aware of the issues they face, more than we were in times past, making the issues seem worse. Teenagers are teenager no matter the generation but what they are exposed to is the Real difference. Its common for teens ages 13-19 to behave in certain ways because their brains and bodies are changing and developing. I am not shocked when I see teenagers behave like teenagers; we ALL once behaved as one! In my opinion teenagers get a bad wrap and the more adults remember our 'teenage years' they'd realize they'll grow out of it just like we did. We just have to have patience and not take their actions personal all while teaching them life skills. What type of services does your company offer and what have you achieved so far? The Iron WoMan Inc™ / S.W.A.G Doc franchise offers the following services: 1)Teen & Family Counseling, 2)Conferences, 3)Book Tours, 4)Family Events and more. To date we have helped over thousands of families achieve success in: 1) family communication, 2)grade improvement in school, 3)decrease in depression and suicide and 4)decrease in Being Bullied and/or Being THE Bully. Although we've helped many we strive to Make A Change in the world for many more.
“As for the best part of being the S.W.A.G. Doc I'd have to say it’s when the teens 'get it'; it does my heart good to see them understand. The light goes off and they have that aha moment. It’s the best feeling!”
Is the SwagDoctor planning to visit Africa some day? Yes, I plan on visiting Africa soon! Unless you're inviting me Now? I've always wanted to visit and now that I have friends there (i.e.....Tropics Magazine) I have more of a reason to come! Hope to see you soon!
Thank you for your time. Any closing note? First, thank you again for having me. I love what Tropics Magazine stands for; keep up the good work. Make sure your readers know to check back daily at http://www.DrJeanelle.com for updates on events, books, services, inspiration and more.
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‘Le Baifal Dream, la mode portée qui porte la World Culture Couture.’
MIKE SYLLA Styliste Designer, Créateur, Compositeur … Originaire du Sénégal et issu d’une famille de joailliers, Mike Sylla, artiste pluridisciplinaire s'est fait remarqué comme l’une des figures de l'activisme culturel de la fin des années 80. Il lance sa griffe en 1992, signe ses créations Baïfall Dream par un travail appliqué réalisé en atelier et développe son talent en ouvrant sa galerie Show-Room à Paris 17è.
Les combinaisons de couleurs et de motifs assurent la singularité de chaque pièce, il imagine des graphismes, des symboles et des peintures raffinées sur des matières nobles telles que le cuir, le daim et le denim de manière subtile. Vingt ans de mode à son actif et de nombreux défilés à travers le monde, il fabrique des pièces uniques et exclusives faites à la main et surprend par son style innovant en créant des tendances. Visionnaire pour de nombreux couturiers, il apporte sa contribution en tant que costumier avec différents chorégraphes du monde du spectacle : un véritable travail d’Art confidentiel et personnalisé. De nombreuses personnalités du monde s’approprient ses créations et sont fidèles à son Art.
la mode, la musique et la danse, un véritable tableau vivant composé de quarante artistes participants, une rencontre des cultures du monde. Mike Sylla nous surprend par l’hommage rendu au célèbre artiste Michael Jackson s’inspirant de l’œuvre de la Star à travers la création de pièces collector, il apporte sa signature lors d’un défilé Haute couture sur le thème « Afrosapiens » au Théâtre de Verdure du Musée du Quai Branly et à l’Unesco : une atmosphère Street-Art en mouvement, la mode portée qui porte la World Culture Couture.
Concepteur de spectacles, L’Opéra Baïfall, Le Slam Opéra, La Slamoperrette, il page 63 l APRIL/AVRIL 2012 démontre ainsi qu’au travers de son
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THE SINGER INTERVIEW
Miss D. WOODS
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Miss D. WOODS She is an American R&B singer, dancer, and actress. Formerly of of the girl group Danity Kane, Woods is the founder and CEO of Woodgrane Entertainment where she has released her debut solo project The Gray Area Ep now available on iTunes, and developing new acts.
“Yes, I’ve been performing since the age of 3 years old. “ MISS D.WOOD, IT IS A GREAT PLEASURE TO HAVE YOU HERE. HOW ARE YOU DOING?
I’m great thank you! TELL ME ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND. WHERE DID YOU GROW UP? I grew up in a couple places. I was born I California, grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts, and attended high school in Atlanta Ga and college at New York University. DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR STUDIES, DID YOU WANT TO PURSUE A CAREER IN MUSIC? Yes I’ve been performing since the age of 3 years old.
WHAT WAS THE FIRST SONG YOU EVER WROTE? I remember there was a boy group called Another Bad Creation or ABC. They had a big song called At The Playground and group of friends and I wrote an answer record to them. Kind of like the girl version to that song so we could sing it like it was ours. YOU ARE A SINGER & AN ENTREPRENEUR. WHY DID YOU NAME YOUR ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY ‘WOODGRANE’ AND WHAT HAVE YOU ACHIEVED SO FAR? The name WoodGrane derives from my name D. Woods, but also that the projects coming from this company and the artist affiliated are a little against the grain and taking different approaches
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DO YOU REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME THAT
to music and entertainment. I have successfully released my first solo project THE GRAY AREA Ep and in the process of shooting visuals to the records on it. I also have an artist that hails from Sierra Leone and is mixing Hip Hop with Afro Beat. His name is Lloyd Musa aka Life The Great and I’m very excited about his project. ‘THE GRAY AREA’ IS THE NEW ALBUM YOU’RE PROMOTING ONLINE. TELL US ABOUT THIS ALBUM & THE COLLABORATIONS. The Gray Area signifies the transitional phase I went through, emotionally and professionally. I used that time to rediscover my own desires creatively and what I felt like I was not able to express or execute in my prior situation. I hate the labels and boxes people try to force music and artists in, and a lot of my music is a mixture of genres. I’ve adopted the label URBAN-ALTERNATIVE to describe my sound and all of this led to the title. I collaborated with just a few people where it really made sense. On the record Foolish Dreamer I have Shanell from Lil Wayne’s Young Money Ent, and Kyle Lucas of the band Vonnegutt. The song is about believing in your dreams even when your surroundings say you should give up. The next collaboration is with my artist LLyod Musa on the record Liar Liar, but he also got behind the board and produced the track Outta Here. One of
“I hate the labels and boxes people try to force music
the main producers on the album is
and artists in, and a lot of my music is a mixture of
Simon Illa, he did 4 of the 7 tracks and we do a lot of work together otherwise.
genres. I’ve adopted the label URBAN-ALTERNATIVE to describe my sound and all of this led to the title.”
“I hate the labels and boxes people try to force music and artists in, and a lot of my music is a mixture of genres…”
IS THE ALBUM AVAILABLE IN AFRICA? IF SO, WHERE? The album is available online on iTunes, Rhapsody, Spotify, and Amazon.com THAT WOULD BE COOL. THANK YOU MISS D. WOODS FOR HONORING OUR INVITATION. ANY SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR YOUR TROPICAL FANS? Thanks for supporting me and WoodGrane Ent. I have more great things coming to you soon! I hope to come to visit and perform for you all soon, but in the meantime visit me on www.missdwoods.com , like me on www.facebook.com/yagirld woods, or follow me on www.twitter.com/yagirldwoo ds. Xxxoo!
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TROPICS GENIUS TETOU GOLOGO – Jewelry Designer MARLYSE CAROL – Ivory Coast Blogger ERNEST COLLINS – Famous Photographer
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ASSETOU GOLOGO ‘The Tamacali Designer’
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e suis Assétou Gologo, dite Tétou,
tititulaire d’un DEA en langues obtenu à St Petersbourg en 1992. Mon parcours est assez atypique, et les différentes expériences, professionnelles et autres ont fait de moi ce que je suis aujourd’hui à savoir une artiste malienne contemporaine, et chef d’entreprise. Au Mali, nous vivons dans un monde riche en couleurs, en formes, en senteurs, en sons, c’est un véritable appel aux sens, à la créativité. Si certains pays sont qualifiés de « scandales géologiques », je pense que le Mali peut être qualifié de « scandale sensoriel » Le Malien est en général fier et très attaché à son histoire, à ses traditions, à sa culture, le tout étant transmis de génération en génération.
Vivre dans un tel environnement, n’a pas été le déclic qui a fait de moi une artiste, mais c’est indéniablement ma principale source d’inspiration, ce qui nourrit ma créativité. Nombreux d’ailleurs sont les artistes, de divers horizons et cultures qui viennent puiser de l’inspiration au Mali, ou qui viennent pour se « ressourcer ». J’ai commencé à créer de manière “virtuelle”, il y a quelques années lorsque j’accompagnais des amis en visite au Mali, au marché de Ngolonina, à Bamako.
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Pendant qu’ils discutaient, achetaient, j’étais souvent assise dans ces mini cavernes d’Ali Baba, remplies d’objets hétéroclites, et je me surprenais à rêver, surtout quand je me trouvais au milieu de perles. Certaines de ces perles m’étaient familières du fait que je les avais vues portées par ma grand-mère, ma mère, mes tantes. J’étais également aussi un peu surprise par la “monotonie” de cette richesse. En effet, on trouve une grande quantité d’objets similaires dans une multitude de boutiques. Mon imagination me faisait utiliser « autrement » les divers matériaux que je voyais, jusqu’au jour ou j’ai osé acheter des perles et m’asseoir pour les enfiler concrétisant ainsi mes rêves, tout en me relaxant. Depuis, j’ai quitté carrière et emploi dans une multinationale pour mettre sur pieds ce qui je l’espère sera un jour une grande entreprise malienne créée par une femme.
J’utilise des matériaux et savoir faire locaux, traditionnels dans mes créations. Par exemple, le fermoir que j’utilise est qui est un peu la marque de fabrique de Tamacali, m’a été inspiré par, un accessoire pour les chevaux, qui vient du pays Dogon. Chaque création, est le fruit d’un travail d’équipe, d’une forme de solidarité, et au final la mention « made in mali » est apposée sur chacune d’entre elles. Aujourd’hui, il y a au moins une création de Tamacali sur chaque continent, et surtout on connaît la provenance de l’objet, donc un peu mon histoire, un peu l’histoire de mon pays. En tant que Femme Artiste, je pense que le genre n’a jamais posé de problèmes....ni même facilité les choses. J’espère devenir un jour une référence au Mali, comme artiste talentueuse, et comme chef d’entreprise, et tout simplement comme Femme.
Mes créations reflètent ce que je suis, à savoir une femme malienne, contemporaine, vivant à l’heure de la mondialisation, femme fière de son passé, cheminant fièrement dans le présent, et construisant tout aussi fièrement le futur. page 86 l APRIL/AVRIL 2012
www.tamacali.com www.myspace.com/duniakadi tamacali@yahoo.fr + 223 66 79 60 31 + 223 44 38 10 22
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MARLYSE KAROL ‘Black SuperModels Chronicles Blogger’ Tropics Magazine sat down with Founder of Black Supermodels Chronicles highly-rated blog not only to find out about her passion about blogging but also a bit more about this lady who posts amazing shots on http://blackfashioneditorials.blogspot.com/ Let us find out what is on Marlyse Karol’s mind… PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF TO OUR READERS... “Karhol” for my readers , Marlyse-Carrol Gakpa in real life . I’m a 22 year old fashion blogger from Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa. I recently graduated with a Bachelor in Business Administration and I’m currently Public Relations Assistant in a Communication Company in my country .I started my blog “ Black Supermodels Chronicles” in November 2008 , 3 years ago . WHEN DID YOU FIRST FALL IN LOVE WITH FASHION? As any other African girl I had always been impressed by the glamorous and sparkling side of fashion with ads ,
“I am a 22 year old fashion blogger from Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa.” magazines TV shows and such … But I would say I really fell in love with fashion about two years ago , when I started reading fashions blogs like Karla’s Closet , The Fashion Toast , Jezebel , Garance Doré , The Sartorialist and Jak & Jil . These independent bloggers were sharing so personal and unique views about style and fashion .. Their ideas radically changed my mind about the industry and I started being really curious about the reality of the fashion sphere, about how the whole system was working, about fashionistas, influencers, people who were setting the rules in fashion game. I discovered names like Anna Wintour, Carine Roitfield , André Leon Taley , Shala Monroque … and these “curiosity” turned out into a deep fascination , a passion .
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YOUR BLOG IS INCREDIBLY SUCCESSFUL. HAS ITS POPULARITY TAKEN YOU BY SURPRISE? Yes, definitely! I guess when I started the blog I had no idea how wide and deep the task would be! There are so many things to say about black modeling, so many talented and rare models to focus on ; also there is the fact that people are showing real interest toward this issue , not only people from African origin but internet lovers from any race, sensitive to the universality of BEAUTY .
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WHAT MAKES YOU A SUCCESSFUL BLOGGER AND WHAT HAVE YOU ACHIEVED SO FAR? In think the very first thing is that I am writing on a subject that highly interests me; I would say passion is my fuel; also, feeling useful and acting at my humble level to make things change one day help me a lot . Thinking a lambda girl living in West Africa can make somebody, anybody knows there was a Donyale Luna... That there is a Grace Jones, or a Rose Cordero rocketing out there in the industry keeps me working and doing my best even when it gets hard to blog. WHAT'S YOUR TAKE ON AFRICAN STYLE? I think Africa has a lot to give to the fashion industry in terms of textures, patterns , materials and such .. We should exploit this priceless potential and create\ raise a genuine “African style" . I’m particularly happy and proud to see all these African fabrics and African –inspired looks on catwalks I hope it’s the beginning of a sustainable change in the industry. WHICH DESIGNERS ARE YOU LOVING RIGHT NOW? I love the work of Maya Lake and June Ambrose who are creating amazing pieces directly inspired from African traditional clothing. I have a huge respect and admiration for LaQuan Smith who's so young and so creative. I’m also following with great interest the evolution of a young designer from my country Zak Kone.
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DO YOU HAVE PERSONAL CONTACTS WITH BLACK MODELS THAT YOU FEATURE? ANY PROJECTS AHEAD? I actually had the chance to interact directly with some of the models, when for example they provide me with new material to blog about . Facebook is also a big help at that point and I had the huge privilege to interact with models like Ataui Deng and Sessilee Lopez via their profiles, Great experiences ! I’m currently studying the possibility of turning the blog into a complete website and on the very long term I have always think a TV program on the subject would be great! Don’t you think so. ^^ WHAT WILL YOUR CLOSING NOTE BE? I wish more voices will raise to talk about the diversity issue in fashion industry , and that very soon catwalks , commercials and editorials will be as colorful as real world . Diversity is the future! Thanks you guys for the concern and support.
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Ernest
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I am a fashion & beauty photographer for more than 20 years. I have had the pleasure to work internationally. I mainly work between Paris, “I am aDouala fashionCameroun,and & beauty photographer Chicago.I enjoy developing and educating new talent in this I industry. for more than 20 years. have had the *Tell me about working as a fashion pleasure to work internationally. I photographer in Paris and Chicago.
mainly work between Paris, Douala Cameroun, and Chicago. I enjoy developing and educating new talent in this industry.”
You learn to adapt to the theme and the client’s belief .You must treat project with respect, and individuality *What is the best way to find work as a fashion and beauty photographer?
*What sparked your interest in photography? I was mostly intrigued by the endless creativity that goes into making an image. You have to possess a complete team, or it will not work. Some people like to do everything; I prefer to work in partnership. *How did you develop your skills as a photographer? I was fortunate to work under a handful of great photographers, and sensitive enough to develop my own style. *What does it take to be a fantastic photographer?
If you don’t have a Representative, contact the clients yourself and network. Advertising is also a thought. *What advice do you have for individuals interested in pursuing a career in photography? Don’t be afraid to ask questions, or take classes. Working as an apprentice is very informative *What do you love the most about your job? Traveling, and being introduced to different cultures.
Perseverance!!!!!
Website: http://www.ernestcollins.com
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When it comes to HAIR, TALENT, CLASS, AND STYLE, Diana Ross is one of the few names that come to mind. Her signature hair has caught the eyes of millions. I often find myself saying "I want real BIG hair, ya know....like Diana Ross BIG"...That's BIG! lol... Her talent, style, and classiness does not take a backseat to her hair. Those things about her are just as big. She passed the torch to her daughter Tracee Ellis Ross who also wears her hair big, wild, and free. Big hair makes a statement to me. It says that 'I'm different, bold, and beautiful.'
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METRIZ JEWELRY M
etriz Jewelry is a family owned and operated
business, specializing in custom handmade jewelry designs. Created exclusively for women of elegant distinction, by master designer Christiana Younge. After years as an accomplished pastry chef at various prestigious London and New York restaurants, Christiana decided to pursue her dream of jewelry making. Born in Ghana West Africa, Christiana always had a love for African beads. Her passion for jewelry and fashion with African influence inspired her unique design concept. Combining African Krobo beads with Western style, created the foundation for Metriz Jewelry. Starting her own jewelry design company provided Christiana an avenue to express her creative talents. Metriz Jewelry proudly boasts an impressive collection of exquisite patented designs, which can be customized to match any dress, theme or occasion. This jewelry making concept provides our customers with a unique fashion statement, creating a long lasting impression. We invite you to take an adventure with us in creating a unique style for unique people, who wish to achieve that unforgettable look. We thank you for visiting our web site, and invite you to experience the luxury and magnificence of Metriz Jewelry. (www. http://metrizjewelry.com ) page 106 l APRIL/AVRIL 2012
ART&CULTURE *Musique *Cinema *Gastronomie
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Janelle Monáe, née Janelle Robinson le 1er décembre 1985 à Kansas City, est une auteurcompositrice-interprète de soul américaine signée chez Bad Boy Records et Atlantic Records. Elle a été nommée aux Grammy Awards en 2009, pour son single Many Moons. Monáe a débuté par un Maxi, Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase) qui n'eut pas un fort impact commercial au près du grand public; cependant, ce maxi pointa à la 115ème place du Classement Billboard aux États Unis. En 2010, Janelle Monáe sort son premier album studio, The ArchAndroid (Suites II and III), un Album-concept dans la suite de son premier Maxi; il fut publié largement auprès du grand public sous le label Bad Boy Records.
Cet album fut acclamé par la critique et récolta une nomination aux Grammy dans la catégorie meilleur album R&B contemporain. Le titre "Tightrope" fut aussi nominé dans la catégorie "Meilleure Performance Urbaine/alternative"; cet album fut aussi un succès commercial, atteignant la 17ème place au classement du Bilboard Jannelle a confirmé qu'elle travaillait sur de nouveau matériaux pour son prochain album. Elle a déclaré officiellement qu'elle vise pour son prochaine album une portée plus large que pour The ArchAndroid et son prédécesseur, le Maxi Metropolis de 2007. "cet album aura un concept très fort et des idées plus grandes, et la musique progressera vers un autre niveau" dit Monáe à Hive. "ça restera commun au public. Je doit dire que nous avons des idées vraiment grandes, et nous essayons de faire aux mieux pour les exécuter proprement."19 En 2011, Monáe est parti en tournée à travers l'amérique du nord, assurant la première partie du California Dreams Tour' de l'artiste Katy Perry, sa collègue du label Capitol. (Sce : Wikipedia)
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CINEMA CINEMA AFRICAIN Peut-on parler d'anthropologie audiovisuelle africaine ? Il nous semble difficile de répondre à cette question puisque les sites regroupant les écoles, les formations dans cette discipline sont limités, voire inexistants. De nombreux pays d'Afrique proposent des formations au métier de cinéaste, mais les universités ne semblent pas proposer de cours d'anthropologie audiovisuelle. C'est au Burkina Faso que fut créé en 1976 l'Inafec, (Institut africain d'éducation cinématographique) qui forma plus de 200 professionnels jusqu'à sa fermeture en 1987. Aujourd'hui, l'IRIS (Institut régional de l'image et du son) constitue un important lieu de formation au Burkina Faso. Malgré ces formations cinématographiques, les cinéastes, les étudiants et les chercheurs ne disposent pas de lieux de visionnage du patrimoine audiovisuel dits plus communément centres d'archives ou vidéothèques. Notons toutefois la création de la Cinémathèque africaine de Ouagadougou en 1989. Il existe en Afrique un important intérêt pour le cinéma documentaire à portée socio-culturelle et de fiction depuis son apparition en 1955. En effet, le film Paris sur Seine tourné à Paris par Paulin Soumanou Vieyra, Jacques Mélon Kane, Mamadou Sarr et Robert Caristan marque le début d'une histoire cinématographique qui s'inscrit aussi au Sénégal en 1963 avec Borom Sarret, de Sembène Ousmane, le premier court-métrage de fiction tourné en Afrique. C'est au Burkina Faso, à Ouagadougou que s'institutionnalise la profession de cinéaste avec la création de la Fédération Panafricaine des Cinéastes (FEPACI, 1970) et où se déroule la première Semaine du cinéma en 1969, devenu FESPACO (Festival panafricain du cinéma et de la télévision de Ouagadougou, 1972). Depuis plusieurs années de multiples associations se sont formées en Afrique afin de regrouper les cinéastes et de leur offrir une plus grande visibilité dans le champ institutionnel et médiatique. En avril 2006, le premier sommet du film africain se déroula à Tshwane en Afrique du Sud afin de garantir une meilleure diffusion des productions africaines (Déclaration panafricaine des professionnels du cinéma et de l'audiovisuel, appelée Déclaration Tshwane, 2006). Website : http://cinema.anthropologie.free.fr
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GASTRONOMIE Food Editor – Chef Vénicia
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LA PATE DE BRIOCHE
Ingrédients (pour 6 personnes) : - 350 g de farine - 175 g de beurre - 1 cuillère à café de sel - 40 g de levure de boulanger fraîche - 2 cuillères à soupe d'eau fraîche - 4 oeufs entiers - 50 g de sucre en poudre Préparation : A préparer la veille au soir. Bouchées & amuses-bouches… Mélanger la farine,le sel, le sucre, les oeufs entiers, le beurre fondu, la levure délayée dans l'eau fraîche. Bien travailler la pâte en la battant (si elle colle rajouter un peu de farine). Elle doit rester souple. Placer le récipient couvert et bien fermé dans le réfrigérateur. Le lendemain matin, fariner le plan de travail, travailler la pâte en boule, puis l'étaler avec un rouleau à pâtisserie pour former un carré, la plier en quatre et l'étaler à nouveau. Rouler ensuite en boudin et couper en 8 morceaux. Les mettre dans un grand moule à cheminée beurré et fariné. Laisser lever dans un endroit tiède environ une heure. Lorsque la pâte remplit le moule, enfourner à four chaud (faites préchauffer le four une dizaine de minutes avant), soit 250°C (thermostat 8). Sortez la brioche une fois qu'elle est bien dorée.
Des petites merveilles à déguster du bout des doigts, il en existe tout plein ! Mais les bouchées et amuses-bouches font toujours l’unanimité ! Gougères, mini hamburgers, verrines… laissent bien souvent nos convives pantois. Délicieuses, originales et variées ces créations sont à tester absolument et à garder sous le coude ! Maintenant, c’est à vous de mettre les bouchées doubles ! Visitez www.cuisineaz.com
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CHICKEN MADRAS Ingredients
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 medium-sized white onion, diced 1/2 tsp. ginger paste 1/2 tsp. garlic paste 1/2 C. tomatoes, diced 1/2 C. water 1/2 tsp. garam masala 1/2 tsp. turmeric 1/2 tsp. red chile powder 1 lb. boneless chicken, cut into 1" cubes 1 Tbsp. coconut milk 1 pinch mustard seed 1 pinch fenugreek seed 1 pinch cumin seed 1 pinch whole, pre-soaked white lentils 5-6 whole dried Thai red chiles 5-6 curry leaves 1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro Preparation: Heat 1 Tbsp. of oil in a pan. Add diced onions; stir until they are golden in color. Add ginger and garlic, fry for ½ minute. Add tomatoes, water, garam masala, turmeric and chile powder and cook for a minute or two. Pour mixture into a blender until pureed. Add chicken to a pot along with coconut milk. After it starts to boil, let it simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the meat is tender. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a fry pan. Add mustard seed, fenugreek seed, cumin seed, and lentils, then fry until the mustard seeds start popping. Add whole red chiles and stir until mixture turns a darker color. Add curry leaves. When the leaves become soft, take them out. Add tomato puree and cooked chicken to pot and mix all of the ingredients together with a ladle. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
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CHEESE & SALAMI STUFFED BREAD Ingredients 12 paper-thin slices of 2-inch diameter salami, (about 1 oz.) 1/4 C. olive oil 8 slices olive bread (or use a hearty Italian or wheat bread), 1/4 inch thick 6 oz. Italian Fontina cheese, coarsely grated
Directions Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the salami and cook until it begins to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook for about 3 minutes, or until the slices have begun to shrink and turn golden brown. Remove the salami from the skillet and set aside. Wipe the skillet with a paper towel but do not wash it. To Assemble: Brush one side of each slice of bread with the oil. Place 4 slices on your work surface, oiled side down. Distribute the cheese evenly over the 4 slices, followed by the salami. Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top, oiled side up.
Stovetop Method: Heat the same skillet over mediumhigh heat for 2 minutes. Put the sandwiches in the skillet (in batches if necessary), cover, and cook for 2 minutes, or until the undersides are golden brown and the cheese has begun to melt. Uncover, and turn the sandwiches with a spatula, pressing firmly to flatten them slightly. Cook for 1 minute, or until the undersides are golden brown. Turn the sandwiches again, press with the spatula, and cook for 30 seconds, or until the cheese has melted completely. Serve immediately. Sandwich Maker Method: Preheat the sandwich maker. Follow directions for sandwich assembly, and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Makes 4 sandwiches.
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NECTAR DE MANGUES
INGREDIENTS pour 2 personnes : Une grosse mangue bien mure et charnue 1 citron du sucre à volonté
INGREDIENTS NoTemps de préparation: 2 jours Temps de cuisson: 30 min Temps de marinade: 1 jours mbre de personnes: 9
METHODE ( 15 minutes) : couper la mangue et extraire la chair que vous mettrez dans un bol mixer. Mixez jusqu'à l'obtention d'un liquide onctueux et homogène. Ajoutez un peu d'eau au liquide selon votre idée, afin de le rendre un peu plus fluide si nécessaire, n'oubliez pas que c'est un nectar et non un jus donc ajoutez l'eau selon ce que vous voulez : jus ou nectar de mangue. La mangue écrasée donne une crème et non un jus, il faut donc diluer avant de filtrer au tamis (passoire fine) à l'aide d'une cuillère. NOTE Mettre dans une carafe additionné d'un jus de citron et du sucre à volonté
1 kg d'Ecorce d'OSEIL séchée 1 Ananas très mûr (Qui tend déja à se gâter) 2 Bétéraves 2 citron jaune sucre Un peu de whisky METHODE Tremper au moins un kg d'écorce d'oseil dans 5 à 6 litres d'eau bien glacé à la veille. Le lendemain matin, tamiser pour obtenir un jus. épulcher l'ananas et la bétérave et le rapper dans le jus d'oseil mettre le jus de citron, le sucre selon votre goût et le tourner pendant 6 min. tamiser pour obtenir un jus propre sans une petite écorce. Ajouter un peu de whisky de votre goût pour l'ârome. Le servir très très frais
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TROPICS l GASTRONOMIE COUSCOUS DE FONIO INGREDIENTS Nombre de personnes: 5 Temps de préparation: 45 Temps de cuisson: 90 1kg de fonio un de gombo ½ kg de viande de mouton 100g de tomate concentrée 4 tomates 2 gros oignons 1 gousses d'ail 2 carottes 50g de tarot 2 aubergines la moitié d’un petit choux 100g d'haricots blancs secs 2 piments 2 feuilles de laurier sel, poivre. 1 verre d'huile
YASSA A LA MOUTARDE
INGREDIENTS Nombre de personnes: 4 viande(boeuf mouton ou poulet) quatre gros oignons deux cuilleres a soupe de moutarde un cube maggi poulet un cube jumbo un peu de sel deux piments METHODE Assaisoner la viande faire revenir la viande dans un peu d'huile delayer la moutarde dans de l'eau ajouter les cubes renverser le melange dans la casserole ajouter les piments laisser cuire la viande decouper les oignons en lamelle lorsque la viande est presque cuite ajouter les oignons les oignons doivent etre croquant a la fin de la cuisson NOTE A servir avec le riz
METHODE La veille faites tremper les haricots dans de l’eau froide. Laver soigneusement afin de le débarrasser des impuretés. Faites cuire le fonio et le gombo à la vapeur dans un couscoussier. Préparation de la sauce Coupez la viande en morceau. Epluchez et émincez l’ail et les oignons. Lavez, épépinez et hachez grossièrement les tomates. Pelez et coupez les carotte sen trois dans le sens de la longueur. Faites dorer la viande dans l’huile chaude. Ensuite ajoutez l’oignon, l’ail, les tomates et les piments écrasés. Laissez dorer quelques minutes puis ajoutez la tomate concentrée et les légumes. Salez et poivrez. Faites revenir 2 à 3 minutes puis versez 75 cl d’eau. Portez à ébullition pendant 5 mn puis baissez le feu et faites cuire à feu doux 20 minutes
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