Top 4 Italian Restaurants To Visit In Abuja

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Abuja, the nation’s capital, is home to a number of fine restaurants offering an impressive display of food. If Italian food does it for you or you’re looking to break away from the usual and try something different, here are some great Italian restaurants you may want to consider. Secret Garden Located at River Plate […]

Make Delicious Samosas With This Easy Recipe

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Samosas are mouth-watering spice-filled pastries; they are made of dough and are deep fried or baked. Popular in the Asian part of the world,  through cultural diffusion, they have found and made a home in Nigeria. It is the most craved appetizer at wedding receptions and parties, also referred to as small chops. You don’t […]

Did You Know? The oldest fast food chain in Nigeria is Mr Biggs

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Everyone eats out these days. Fast food and restaurants are gradually becoming an essential part of everyday life and social interactions – from business meetings to romantic dates, family dinners. It’s also a huge part of our economy, providing a large number of jobs and opportunities for Nigerians. Did you know? Restaurant is a French term meaning Food […]

DIY Wednesday: How to Make Agbalumo Cocktail

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Agbalumo, also called Udara, and known in English as African Star Apple, is a fruit indigenous to Africa. The fruit is popular for its sweet-sour taste, sticky skin and milky juice that comes out of it when squeezed. The fruit is not without some interesting health benefits; Agbalumo is a natural remedy for toothache, constipation, […]

How To Get Rid Of Rats

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Rats! Those pesky little furry things that somehow manage to find their way to your house and leave telltale signs of their presence with their droppings. They  carry over twenty types of diseases. Use these home remedies to ensure your home is rat free. Pepper       Pepper has a strong pungent smell which makes […]

Top Pizza Spots In Kaduna

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Kaduna, the capital of Kaduna State, is one of the ancient northern states in Nigeria. Kaduna state has a number of  exquisite pizza places that are excellent for relaxing with friends. So if you’re new in Kaduna and wondering where to grab a pizza, these restaurants have you covered. Little Italy Restaurant This restaurant is […]

How To Make Peanut Burger Snack

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The peanut burger snack is very simple to make. Although not exactly ideal if you’re on a diet, but it makes for a delicious snack whilst watching a movie or could make for a fun project to do with the kids. Ingredients 3 cups of raw groundnuts 1 cup of flour ¼ baking powder 2tablespoon […]

Ofe Owerri

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Ofe Owerri simply translates to Owerri Soup. You would think that, being recognised as an Owerri local delicacy, the ingredients and recipe would be standard. Well, that’s not the case. There are variations of recipes for the Ofe Owerri meal, most especially debates about the vegetables used; some say ugwu and uziza, others say ugwu […]

Natural Remedies For A Stuffy Nose

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A stuffy nose is caused by inflamed and irritated blood vessels in the sinuses. These irritations are usually triggered by a cold, the flu, allergies, or a sinus infection. Here are a few ways to help clear up your stuffy nose naturally, without or before using medication. Stay hydrated Drink enough fluids. It helps to break up congestion and […]

Did You Know? Shrimps Contain A Cancer-Fighting Mineral

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Shrimps are considered to be one of the most popular seafood eaten globally. They are tiny crustaceans who live right at the bottom of the oceans and play an important role in maintaining the ecological balance of the sea world. Shrimps contain  both omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids important for the brain and immune system health. […]

Top 3 Chinese Restaurants in Port Harcourt City

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Port Harcourt is home to a lot of food establishments, from the road side bole sellers to grand restaurants, offering a wide range of food choices. This city has it’s fair share of Chinese restaurants, which is not surprising, seeing the number of foreign expatriates that flood the city. In no particular order, here are […]

DIY: How To Make Carrot Oil

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Carrot oil is gradually becoming a sensation for skin and hair. Extracted directly from carrots and infused into a carrier oil, the oil contains vitamin E and vitamin A, which prevent hair loss and promotes hair growth. Carrot oil is an excellent moisturiser for hair and skin, loaded with antibacterial and healing properties. Ingredients & […]

DIY Wednesday: How To Make Ice Cream

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It’s cold, sweet and creamy with an incredible burst of fruit-filled, nutty, or chocolatey  flavour, which is simply refreshing. Although not exactly healthy but when eaten in moderation, ice cream actually has some surprising health benefits. According to the OZ Blog, ice cream can help you loose weight. Who would have thought? “If you avoid […]

Chicken Pepper Soup

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Chicken pepper soup is a watery dish made with chicken, spicy condiments and herbs. It is often served at parties as an appetizer. The soup is excellent for reviving the spirits, especially during the raining season, thanks to the local spices added to it. The soup can be paired with boiled yam, boiled plantain and […]

Home Remedies For Body Aches

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Body aches are painful. Waking up feeling as though you’ve been pushed down the stairs and your body dragged across a stadium is not the ideal. Our bodies go through a lot every day, long hours in traffic followed by longer hours in the office. All of this makes getting up every day  an ordeal, […]

Did You Know…? Ogiri Boosts The Immune System

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Ogiri is a local ingredient used for flavouring local dishes, it is made from fermented oil seeds like sesame seeds or egusi seeds. Did You Know? Ogiri is notorious for it’s smell. It has a very distinctive smell that has been likened to cheese or stinky tofu Ogiri is very popular among the Igbo people […]