Eating Congolese Food with Serge Ibaka of the Toronto Raptors

Summary

Serge Ibaka of the Toronto Raptors shares his love for Congolese food, explaining how he connected with a cook in Toronto who prepares traditional meals for him. He talks about the comfort and memories the food brings, especially during the NBA season, and how it connects him to his home country, Congo.

Highlights

Finding Congolese Food in Toronto00:00:35

Serge Ibaka, a Toronto Raptors player, shares how he found a Congolese cook in Toronto. He explains that he has been ordering food from her since he arrived in the city, and she has become a good friend. He emphasizes the importance of eating food from his home country.

Bismack Biyombo's Recommendation00:01:14

Serge reveals that he heard about the cook from his former teammate, Bismack Biyombo, also from Congo. Biyombo, who played in Toronto before Ibaka, recommended her as someone who could prepare authentic Congolese food, especially for a special dish called 'bissap'.

Favorite Dish and Connection to Home00:02:09

Serge expresses his deep love for a particular Congolese dish, stating he could eat it everyday. He highlights how eating this food provides a mental escape and connects him to his roots, especially during the demanding NBA season. He also mentions his childhood dream of being a military man in Congo, inspired by his uncle, and how these memories are triggered by his home country and food.

Enjoying the Meal00:03:36

Serge passionately describes the experience of eating Congolese food, emphasizing the need to truly savor it. He encourages viewers to enjoy the meal as much as he does.

Shoutout to Fans00:04:15

Serge Ibaka gives a shoutout to his fans, expressing his and the team's readiness for the playoffs.