Common Foods in Burundi

Common foods in Burundi are mostly produced locally and sold at markets in urban centers. These common foods include sweet potatoes, bananas, sorghum, cassava, maize, and beans. Red kidney beans and rice are the most popular food in Burundi. Fish is plentiful and is most available then beef. Fresh fish is sold in markets and is obtained from Lake Tanganyika. Alcoholic drinks are common in Burundi. Urwarwa (Banana Wine) is a home made alcoholic beverage. Primus Beer is the main beer that is made in Burundi.