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In the Indian Ocean, Comoros has volcanic landscapes and coasts connected with longstanding African, Arab and island exchanges. Languages and practices differ between islands despite religious and family references that are often shared. The grand marriage, especially important on Ngazidja, involves relatives, neighbours, music and collective preparations. It contributes to social organisation rather than representing an identical custom everywhere. Clothing, jewellery and songs acquire meaning through different stages of the ceremonies. Ylang-ylang, cultivated for its fragrance, is an economic symbol connecting the land with skilled work and the circulation of products. Kitchens combine rice, cassava, bananas and fish according to availability and household preferences. Coconut milk flavours some seafood preparations and appears in recipes passed down within families. Spices reflect Indian Ocean connections without creating one uniform taste across the archipelago. Festive meals are often prepared by several people. Dividing the work and sharing the resulting dishes makes solidarity tangible, linking food with the practical responsibilities and relationships of relatives and neighbours.