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Butare's Culinary Treasures: A Journey Through Rwanda's Heart

Butare, known for its cultural richness and academic prominence, also boasts a diverse culinary scene that reflects Rwanda's heritage.

Begin your day with umutsima, a hearty breakfast of cassava and corn flour, often served with isombe, a flavorful stew of cassava leaves and groundnuts. 

For lunch, enjoy ibitoke, grilled bananas accompanied by spicy sauces, or isombe na ibishimbo, a combination of cassava leaves and beans. 

Uburo, a dish made from beans and dried vegetables, is a local favorite. 

Quench your thirst with urwagwa, a banana beer with a unique taste, or ikivuguto, fermented milk renowned for its refreshing qualities.

Conclude your meal with agashya, a delightful dessert made from maize flour and honey. 

Butare invites you to explore its culinary treasures, where each dish tells a story of Rwandan tradition and hospitality.

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