The kitchens we visited were quite small and dark. There is normally only one window for the light and for the smoke to go out. Everything was in order and the kitchens were clean. Clay pots for storage are usually on top of each other beside the wall. Sorghum and millet are kept in big storages made out of clay and prime-grass.
Beans are mixed with ash and stored in clay pots.
If the clay pots are not put on top of each other they can be sealed with clay. Also blanching and drying are used in preserving foodstuffs. Clay pots are ideal for storing water and pito. Fish is preserved by smoking or drying. Food itself is prepared either outside or inside on open fire.