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Meet Chane, Ethiopia's sublime chef
But when I heard Ethiopians describe a particular popular restaurant called Chane's, I couldn't help recognize a resemblance, in its owner and lead chef, to the famously brusque soup man.Just like his...
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Bus rides: no more an option only for the poor
He had not chosen the bus for reasons related to safety and comfort before he changed his mind a few months ago. “I have no option until the light train kicks off its service soon,” he says.For many,...
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A land where coffee meets tradition
As the berries were roasted by the heat, a heavenly aroma spread, and they were used to make the first coffee.Or so the legend of coffee goes. What is more certain is that Ethiopia, widely regarded as...
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Holiday streets
Promises and success stories are highlighted everywhere. Especially, the style of campaign of the incumbent is highlighting the success stories and exposing what it perceived to be an achievement for...
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Bienvenue! Little Paris in Addis
Paris… the city of lights and fashion, home of good cheese and perfect wine! Paris… cradle of democracy and culture; a capital where pavements are soaped every week. No dust, power outages or water...
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The sky’s the limit
To enjoy an incredible adventure, you need to make some small sacrifices. The one obligation coming with a balloon ride is to wake up really early. On a Sunday morning, at 4:30 am, I am all set and...
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Following the track to the park
Her fellow citizens who took part in the first edition nine months ago had told her that this African trail is impressive. She, however, found out about something new villagers who woke up in the...
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Towards a cashless society
Despite brief but friendly instruction on how to use the debit card, she hardly uses it when withdrawing her money. Instead, she prefers to step into the bank with her bank book.“I don’t know why I...
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Car-wash business energized
In an extremely warm and humid weather, life would evidently be a bit hard. Usually, people living in such places would have their air conditioners installed. However, it will not be easy for those...
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The shopping side of Genna
By Esete YeshitlaHis white afro hair, lidded but focused eyes makes him appear a bit aged than 62 years old. Quick-witted and optimistic, Tesfaye Temtimé (Lt.) – born in Fiché town of Northwestern...
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Telling stories without fear
From the Kosovo war to Syria, reporting conflict has always carried big risks. War reporters know that covering conflicts can come at a price. Their jobs require them to go to the most conflict-ridden...
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Julie Mehretu’s The Addis Show
By Tibebeselassie Tigabu Cairo, an artwork that embodies the dichotomy of the ancient, contemporary, social and political life of the capital of Egypt, received critical acclaim from the art world....
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Horse-riding in Addis
Horseback riding is one of the most secluded sporting events in the world where the most elite and the well-to-do partake in the activity. The world of horseracing is even worst. With most expensive...
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Graffiti: The art of expressing oneself
Graffiti are writings or drawings that have been scribbled, scratched, or painted illicitly on a wall or other surface, often within public view. It ranges from simple written words to elaborate wall...
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The foodies of Addis
In Season 23, Episode 491 of The Simpsons–one of America’s popular animated TV series—Marge, Bart and Lisa Simpson went inside an Ethiopian restaurant after their car broke down in Little Ethiopia, Los...
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