Photo: Sanniesanford

Right off the grill, this corn slathered on a mixture with chile powder, cayenne, lime zest and juice on the ears, is a Kenya Street-food staple. Photographing mahaindichoma x chilli doesn’t need to be boring especially after this inspiration from celebrated food photographer, Sannie Sanford.

To style it ensure the corn is well charred and chilli is well-balanced (chili powder and salt) so that the vibrantcolour bring a rich contrast with the roast corn.

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Ensuring the shot is an overhead shot helps the frame to fit all the subjects. Accessorizing the hand with silver rings brings out the richness of the African culture. What a shot!