Origin of Nigerian Foods: Iribotor Soup

The Urhobo are located in the Niger-Delta region of Southern Nigeria. They are one of the major ethnic groups in Delta State. The word, Urhobo refers more to the language and the people than it does a territory. The Urhobo

World Food Day – 6 Tips for a Healthier Diet

World Food Day is one of the most celebrated events in the United Nation’s calendar. This event holds annually on the 16th of October. This year’s edition is devoted to addressing issues of global hunger. The theme of this year’s

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Omi Ukpoka

Food is a central identity marker. It defines personality, social class, lifestyle, and relationships. Our understanding and relationship with food is governed to a large extent by our culture. We can tell where a person comes from by the type

Why Some in Southern Nigeria Consider Dog Meat a Delicacy

Dogs are affectionate, brave, and loyal. In most developed countries, their services are utilized at home and at work. However, the dog has another purpose for some people in Nigeria. That purpose is for consumption. Specifically known for dog meat

Recipe for Asa Akpakpa

On our menu today is the Ibibio delicacy, Asa Akpakpa. Asa akpakpa is also called asa ibokpot. This food is very popular during the early or late harvest season. This is largely because maize, the main ingredient for this food

Get Fit With Wale: Developing Healthy Eating Habits

The growing risks associated with unhealthy diets calls for attention globally. The culture of food is an age long practice which ranges from place to place. Its earliest discovery must have been in the first six hours of human existence

Origin of the Nigerian Food, Native Soup

Traditional foods are ancient foods inherited from the ancestors; they are rooted in the strong foundation of customs, culture and natural environment. Even though they are foods with old historical background, they are continuously evolving to retain the culinary tradition

Origin of the Nigerian Delicacy, Owo Soup

Edo State was formed in 1991 from the northern portion of the erstwhile Bendel State. Benin City is the state capital and the largest urban area in the state. The Edo (Bini) people, who are linked to the historic kingdom

Recipe for the Itshekiri Delicacy, Gbagba Fofo

Today, I bring you the recipe for gbagba fofo. This soup is very dear to the big heart of the Itshekiri people of Delta State. For those who do not know, gbagba fofo is basically okro pepper soup. This soup

Wow! This Delicacy in Benue State will Amaze You

Culture is a conditioning device; it shapes our food idiosyncrasies.  All over the world, the different plants and animals people eat as part of their cultural foods are derived from their environment. Often times, what is considered a delicacy in

Kilishi, The Northern Nigerian Snack

Kilishi is a spicy Nigerian beef jerky that forms part of the food culture of Northern Nigeria. Its making is one of the pillars of rural economy in Northern Nigeria. In that part of the country, this primordial pursuit is

Recipe for Kankaran Tsamiya, A Lollipop Enjoyed by Children in Plateau State

People of all ages enjoy sweets. For children, sweets have always been an irresistible treat. The confectioneries are in business because of children. Over the years, Nigerian children have enjoyed different items of confectionery like Goody Goody, Choco Milo, lollipops

Recipe for Miyan Geda, the Soup enjoyed in Niger State

Northern Nigerian delicacies may not be popular but they are certainly interesting. On our menu today is Miyan Geda; this soup is enjoyed not only in Niger State but in Northern Nigeria as a whole. Miyan Geda can also be

Places to Eat in Abuja

Abuja is Nigeria’s seat of power. Most government agencies in the country have their headquarters in this city. However, Abuja is not just about serious business. It is a beautiful city surrounded by hills and gigantic rocks. Among Abuja’s landmarks

Recipe for Awara, the Popular Snack in Kwara State

Awara is soya bean cake. It’s a much loved delicacy in Kwara State. People usually buy it in the mornings and late afternoons. It’s a healthy snack, one that would leave the consumer full for very long. Awara is a

Apapa, The Traditional Food of the Ebira

The Ebira are one of the three major ethnic groups in Kogi State. Ebiraland is bounded in the north by Lokoja; in the west by Owe speaking people of Kabba; in the east by River Niger and by extension, the

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