Himbasha (Tigrinya: ሕምባሻ) or Ambasha (Amharic: አምባሻ), is an Tigrayan celebration bread that is slightly sweet. It became popular in Ethiopian cuisine and Eritrean cuisine, often served at special occasions. It is prepared in a number of varieties depending on region and nationality with the main two being the quintessential Ethiopian variant, and the more distinctive Eritrean flavoring with raisins. The dough is given a decorative touch before baking. The design varies in detail, but in general, is given the shape of a wheel with indentations to create several spokes (see picture).