Origin of Nigerian Foods: Adalu

Food is central in defining family roles, rules and traditions. It is so vital a social activity that we partake in it from cradle to the grave. Every culture has its own food, drinks, eating habits and recipes. Every meal

Recipe for Ofe Onugbu

On our menu today is Ofe Onugbu, the absolutely delicious soup that hails from Anambra State. Anambra Onugbu Soup is known by its signature long bitter leaves and the wrapped locust beans which is locally known as ogili isii. Ogili

Miyan Kuka, The Northwestern Delicacy from Jigawa State

Traditional foods are simple, naturally grown foods that have been eaten for centuries; they are passed on from generation to generation. They constitute an important part of the culture, history, identity, heritage and local economy of a region or country.

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Onugbu

One consistent, primary concern of humans is food. However, the food choices we make are largely dependent on our culture and interactions. This is why the Ibibio man who has lived in Lagos all his life will be as comfortable

Comfort Kitchen Restaurant Review

Fast food has become a necessity given our busy lifestyle today. We have moved from locally produced foods to corporate fast foods. As a result, the amount of fast food consumed annually has increased significantly. Now, I don’t know if

Recipe for Omabala Nsala Soup

This season is perfect for a hot bowl of nsala soup. Here’s how to go about it. Ingredients Chicken Catfish Dry fish Fresh pepper and Cameroon pepper Crayfish Ehuru (calabash nutmeg) Uda Uziza seeds Medium sized onions Locust bean (ogili

Did You Know? 7 Safety Tips for Your Baby’s Finger Foods

Introducing finger foods to your baby can be both exciting and stressful. The mess, possible allergies and potential choking hazards are enough to discourage the lily livered. But mothers are made of stern stuff. They understand that baby led weaning

Recipe for Agidi Jollof

Whenever, I think of Agidi Jollof, I remember the song, akara di uso, mmanu n’eme iba, agidi nke na enwero okpukpu n’uso adiro ya which literally translates to akara is delicious, palm oil causes illness, there is no sweetness in

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Edikang Ikong Soup

The Efik-Ibibio are a minority ethnic group in Nigeria. They occupy the South-South geopolitical zone in the country and are also known as people of the Niger-Delta. The people have a rich culture; they are known for the fattening room

Recipe for Afia Efere

On our menu today is the Efik-Ibibio delicacy, afia efere which literally means ‘white soup” in Efik. It is usually prepared with goat meat or chicken. When this soup is prepared with goat meat, the people refer to it as

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Kunu

The mere act of cooking is rooted in tradition and tells about our history and personal identity. Through the generations, recipes are handed down by women of the family. The recipes, through the ingredients and anecdotes that accompany them, tell

Recipe for Beans and Corn Porridge

I love beans like kilode. However beans is prepared, once pepper and salt is not too much, Obiamaka will enjoy it. As a boarding school student, beans featured three times on our menu. We were served beans and yam on

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Achicha Ede

Food serves as a window for viewing culture; it is an ethnic marker. The study of food and food practices can help us in understanding people. This is not just because all humans eat, but because they all make conscious

Wellness: 5 Anti-Allergy Foods You Should Start Eating Today

Allergies can be a pain especially when they occur seasonally. If you experience allergies such as a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes often and during certain times of the year then there may be ways you can curb them.

Restaurant Review- AY Restaurant

About three weeks ago, I took a different route to work. There was a bit of traffic on that road so I started looking around the area. I noticed this big canopy that had quite a long queue in front

Recipe For Nkwobi

On our menu today is the culinary delight, nkwobi. Nkwobi is a popular meat sauce found in most bars and local restaurants in different parts of Nigeria. Cow leg is the main ingredient for this meal. The best accompaniment for

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