This is How Porridge is Made in Our Village!! || Life in the Village || Rural Africa || VLOG

We had an amazing day learning a very traditional village skill with our neighbors!!
Fermented porridge is one of George’s favorite things.. he always stops when he sees it being sold on the roadside. Now, we are learning to make it at home with our own grinding stone.
We love our neighbors and village so much.. grateful to be learning so many new things.
Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻🇰🇪
#africa #family #kenya #vlog #dualcitizenship #village #villagelife #relaxing #agribusiness #porridge #rurallife #rural

[@BenedictaIgpki]

I just love this family George you are lucky to have her A real wife material so loving so loyal and so humble with a free spirit. Sending my love

[@bushman3918]

One thing about few white womenif they love you is whole heartedly unlike our slay queens akina❤ vera sindika❤ with fake accent

[@joycenellian2423]

Our Grannies used to do it back then here in South Africa but now we women nd youth of this days not anymore African cultural heritage❤🎉

[@martino6205]

The women in the video were also commenting about that, "our ladies who have gone to the cities can longer do this like she is doing".

[@agnesrinyiru3239]

Very good probiotic drink for gut health, my neighbor grandma made always and she lived 116 years

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Wow how amazing!

[@collinsoconnor5843]

Punguza kimbelembele ghasiaaa na uwongo

[@gracetoro1990]

OMG, this was an amazing and interesting video. Seeing these two beautiful ladies coming to your house all prepared to work so diligently is priceless 😊😊😊 God bless them 🙏 and may the blessings pour out more blessings to all. ❤

[@mercyelseen-wj9te]

That's normal in kenya

[@mercyelseen-wj9te]

Beautiful family.

[@fridahnairuti1061]

You have represented very well good job👏 am Makena and happy to hear you are a Makena too...this has taken me back to my childhood days when my juju made this gourded porridge off a grinding stone

[@Machache]

Animals that George and family own, pigs, goats, dogs, beanies, chicken, porcupine and now gunie fowls. Have I missed anything? Sounds like an animal farm. Maybe a cow will also show up one day. Sounds quite an exciting place.

[@gracetoro1990]

Indeed 😊

[@piuskigunda2299]

Not porcupine, but hedgehog

[@Machache]

@@piuskigunda2299 Hahahaaaaa. They are nearly the same. Thanks for correction

[@jeninethompson9540]

Rabbits🙂

[@johnkinyanjui5331]

Too much labour for a cow😢😢

[@charlottethokoa711]

It is such a marvel to watch you Mekenze, you suprised us at all times , a person who undestand marrying out of one's culture , i hope many women can learn from you. You are an amazing woman❤❤❤

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Aw thank you Charlotte. I appreciate the kindness. I truly do love learning the culture and being a part of an amazing community. ❤️

[@charlottethokoa711]

@@Mekenzeinkenya wow wow❤❤❤❤🇿🇦

[@serahm65]

Wow, this brought precious memories of my grandmother, she used to make our porridge exactly the same way, and she would go selling it to workers out there working, that was our daily drink. My grandmother lived to be 105 years old, and I really believe it had to do with the kind of food they ate, grew everything in their shambas, I miss her. Nice video ❤️🇩🇪

[@lillianmuite9241]

Wow!You mean these stones,are still available👍

[@ronnettgrant9865]

George was so proud of Londyn the way he was watching his baby girl.❤

[@OedipusSimplex]

We also call guinea fowls *_nkanga_* in Zambia (Bemba language). I heard George say that word from 8:15

[@davidwaiganjo5343]

In Swahili they are called kanga

[@aliceslifestyle4399]

One of my favourite videos. That's how to integrate into the culture and enjoy it.well done Makenze

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@stamyl]

This girl got a big heart....much love mamaa

[@jeninethompson9540]

I told you on IG,i was waiting for the Guinea fowl story🙂,this is an informative an educational video,i find those ladies to be so dignified, the world needs more people like these ladies,i have seen a millstone did not know there were manual ones, Mekenzie you are so Blessed,you have good neighbors that are good examples for your children,

[@OedipusSimplex]

At 12:10 when praying the lady mentions the word *_mulungu_* which is the same word for God in Zambia (Bemba language). It's fascinating how the Kimeru language is similar to my own.

[@jeffryjeff3278]

Bantu has almost the same words all over.

[@monicanyamu2207]

Very similar. We are one people

[@agnesrinyiru3239]

I am from kaithe, in Meru, i love the way Mackezie you have integrated with our traditions....may you enjoy the journey of your marriage sister in law. i love you ...

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thanks so much for the love. Sending it back to you too ♥️

[@miltonm.muriungi203]

Your two teachers were so excited to see you learn so quickly. I hope you understood the Kimeru statements they used to express their excitement. It is sooo funny 🤣. George on the other hand can speak to animals like Tarzan.

[@jeffnjoroge9170]

Amazing.. 🎉

[@florenceobura3328]

The ladies have nothing but compliments about Mekenze.

[@fridahndungenzaumi6591]

My friend brought me 20litres of that fermented porridge when I gave birth to my daughter..it was yummy 😋

[@mercyelseen-wj9te]

Wow that's was so nice

[@jacintawanjiru8831]

Wow.... amazing.i love this

[@Kellyoji]

Awesome

[@trukenyan]

I guess you never imagined you’d be driving down a dirt road holding Guinea Fowl in your lap, or the kids cringing while tasting George’s torturous delicacy….🤣🤣! Absolutely love it!

[@eastafricanautodidact]

She is from Utah USA. More like Isiolo. But yeah I get.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

You’re right about this.. I would have never imagined early on in life. But I’m so grateful ♥️🙏🏻

[@trukenyan]

@@eastafricanautodidact been to Utah, worked in George, driven through the Black hills, Moab etc, so I’m familiar!

[@eastafricanautodidact]

@@trukenyan 🙏

[@kandieeunice8452]

Wow I enjoy watching from belgium this awesome will be married to Meru too so maybe I should learn nice tuitorial

[@AgnesJames-it6og]

Very encouraging to the African things that you love. Am happy for you and am sure you will learn how to make the porridge 🥣 soon. Enjoy

[@nancygitonga6373]

Mekenze your videos always take me back to my motherland Meru.

[@Jp_johazi]

Nice. I have learned how to grind with stone

[@martino6205]

There's a way that they make it for kids to be thicker and sweeter. Just boil it with some sugar while stirring, but i think the process kills the bacteria.

[@DianaYaya-yz4hu]

This is soooooooo looovely

[@pammurithi3055]

I need this grinding stone. The fermented porridge from this is to die for

[@pammurithi3055]

The black seeds(wimbi) is called finger millet

[@colinthomas6888]

MS McKenzie and family love and respect to you all❤🇯🇲

[@andrewkizito6892]

Thanks for sharing always 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@franciacarter1441]

Mekenze, I always watch your videos but never comment...until now! This was truly heartwarming, I had a smile on my face the whole time! Sending love and best wishes from all the way across the ocean, Barbados. Eagerly looking forward to part 2!

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to leave such a nice comment. I appreciate you. 🇧🇧 ♥️

[@faithwachu5073]

Amazing, congratulations Mekenze you are such a fast learner ❤❤

[@Rahab1986]

Lovely 😍

[@marynjenga5653]

That's cool

[@rubanikq2]

Another lovely video!!!!! The process was very educative. I love your compound!!!

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@tendailaurachikanga3428]

Woow my mum does that back home It's lovely seeing those ladies at your house

[@simplymadymac]

Your neighbors are sweet and funny😂 that was fun to watch. George bird calling 😂

[@joanitamurugi8301]

One of the best in Embu we make it too.

[@moureenkemunto41]

Wàaau I have been looking for that stone

[@monicanyamu2207]

The procedure makes me miss my Late mum.she loved making the uji for us.

[@user-bm5md2tz7r]

Our makena is really doing a good job

[@Magnolia5]

MeKenze🥰 what a gracious hostess you are while learning things of another culture. How wonderful to learn how to make something that your husband enjoys and loves! Your children easily “fit in” situations and circumstances that are not the norm because they watch you do it. I was taught when you are willing to learn you will always do well. Plus you always have something that you can teach others! Well done Lady MeKenze!!! I just love the ladies and their sense of humor. I am sure they will teach you any skill you want to learn from them. They seem to really enjoy their visit with you. George seems to be an old soul in a young man’s body. He blends right in with his elders! Blessings to you, the family and the ladies. 💜🥰🙏🏾🌺🙋🏾‍♀️

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

♥️♥️♥️

[@elizabethjackson3136]

I watched the grinding of the mullets before good to learn McKenzie good job😅😅😅

[@zablonnthamburi2539]

You have made my evening. Have really laughed at the ladies ' comments. Lovely.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

I’m sure they were saying some funny things 😆

[@MeRimee24xlmm]

I wish I was there. Ningekunyua hiyo ujiii!!!

[@Karolina-rf3vo]

This porridge is a very good source of probiotics. I love it!

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Yes and gut health is so important

[@user-hv5mv4dr5n]

Makoti Makenze never disappoints...love you❤

[@kulthummbaru5265]

Nice❤❤

[@chawiramore]

Indeed Londin is a natural

[@suu5996]

George.... "Mugimbi or Ugimbi" is Finger Millet..... 😊

[@joycendungu301]

And Sorghum is Muhia

[@jeffryjeff3278]

Wimbi in Swahili

[@shinethelightkenya5813]

Wow Mekenzie 👌 This is a lesson I never got🫠So beautiful to see you having the interest to learn from those lovely women ❤️ You are blessed to have all these neighbors around you who appreciate your family but I'm quick to add that you have opened your heart to them and they trust you. Fermented porridge has probiotics that are beneficial to the stomach😊Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thanks so much for watching and always supporting. Yes, I know that it’s so healthy and I’m trying to drink it more often because gut health is so important

[@moureenkemunto41]

Mapenzi wewe ❤❤❤❤ Makena you are doing well

[@nkwastibwerahma5314]

Me Kenzie ur doing a great job mashallah 😍

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thank you 🤗

[@johnkinyanjui5331]

Porridge is the most selling beverage in Nairobi at the moment (besides tea)i understand it gas some magical benefits to one's stomach 🎉🎉

[@josylinenaitore5634]

I will come for lessons Mekenze, you are really learning fast! This had to be in your marriage Cv in traditional Meru society,

[@maureenmatildahkanyuakimat2738]

Mekenze ,loved the video and the traditional porridge making lesson.so proud of how you have embraced our Meru culture n way of life.When growing up my brothers n i also learnt how to grind the traditional African porridge. For sure it was a beautiful experience.Best wishes for you and your family.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thank you Maureen! We miss you!

[@gladysshako4231]

The way u guys blend in the community its so beautiful and amazing..... couldn't help but laugh wen u had to hold the fowls all the way home 😂😂😂😂 George just had to support the guys by buying them 🤦😂😂....anyways always loving ur content ❤❤❤

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Thank you so much, you are so kind ♥️🙏🏻

[@gladysshako4231]

@@Mekenzeinkenya karibu sana!

[@ngutikukinyua7751]

Ugimbi is called finger millet

[@emilyschlotte5914]

I wish I liked porridge...

[@KimNja]

Good job Makena 😂

[@esthergitonga5375]

Awesome,no need for gym

[@johnkinyanjui5331]

Very mannered and curious children (my main star little girl is wearing a very beautiful dress)

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

She got the dress from her Juju ♥️

[@JohnGitau-vu3us]

The video is cool.you guys are having fun with tradition.maybe the kids need a little more sugar in the pourage so as to enjoy it more

[@charlesmuriungi4547]

Full of nutrients...hi mackezie

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Yes so nutritious! Hello to you 👋🏻

[@medrinekabura916]

I was thinking you can use an extra basin and sieve the sediments instead of scooping with hand

[@T.aste6min]

Meru uji is life

[@teresiawachira1034]

I know how to do that stone grinding. My shosho taught me.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

That’s awesome 🥰

[@esthernkatha8885]

wimbi (uimbi) is finger millet

[@johnkinyanjui5331]

Makenze,that is a great instrumental song, could it be Eric Wainaina's band(Kenyan)

[@MeRimee24xlmm]

That is ugimbi the black variety

[@rosesimani]

Millet and pearl millet

[@emilyschlotte5914]

That bending would kill my back!

[@japhetgitonga4271]

That's finger millet (ugimbi in kimeru)

[@moureenkemunto41]

❤❤❤❤

[@colinthomas6888]

Amen

[@shirleyfretty487]

Quite interesting how they make porridge, which appears quite filling!!❤...what is it equivalent to here in the USA??

[@joycendungu301]

Oats😂

[@florenceobura3328]

How much is the yaari? Will definitely visit Muthaara to buy one.

[@apostlenavaya4005]

African porridge waaaaal .

[@joycenellian2423]

You are doing well Our Bride you are a real Makoti(bride)proud of You McKenzie ❤🤞🏼💖😂😂Give Liam Meat please not that porridge 🎉

[@fuegoradio...81]

just landed.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@forfansfootball5445]

I really the sour taste in the mouth. Really does feel good

[@Gideonfinancial]

I am currently in Dubai, and I miss the porridge and food back home

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Hello to you in Dubai 👋🏻

[@kandieeunice8452]

So it's fermented in the goard like milk?

[@juliusmbogo5021]

Congratulations Makena 👏👏👏👏

[@moureenkemunto41]

Black sorghum

[@MeRimee24xlmm]

no it is millet the black variety

[@Gideonfinancial]

Beware, Genie fowls are cute but they make really a lot of noise

[@paulinanahato4529]

I remember during interview, George said, when a man pay dawry, the couple will endup eating “nurus”. 😂😂😂what is “nurus”

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

I think he was saying instant noodles 😂😂

[@IrenesConcierge]

Hahaha 😂 😂😂

[@paskalinahkagwiria1798]

Wimbi is millet

[@puritykibaara6273]

Finger millet

[@KuiMurithi]

From today your name is Gakii

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

😂 actually it’s Makena

[@martino6205]

​@@Mekenzeinkenya Gakii means "someone who makes fermented porridge "

[@KuiMurithi]

@@Mekenzeinkenya Makena Gakii it is 😅. What they are training you to do is called Gukia. Gakii means someone who does that.

[@KuiMurithi]

@@martino6205 exactly

[@bushnellbush5975]

@@Mekenzeinkenya Gakii comes from the porridge making process in the video, which is 'gukia'. So in Meru one is named Gakii if for example their grandmother used to grind porridge.

[@charlesmuriungi4547]

How is the grading stone cost

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

I believe it was 1300 kshs

[@charlesmuriungi4547]

Oo thanx

[@ronnettgrant9865]

Hi to my internet niece miss Mekenze and family ❤.

[@Mekenzeinkenya]

Hello 👋🏻 🙏🏻

[@alicewambugu5934]

Gikùyù ùgimbi

[@Kellyoji]

Awesome