Archives Tag: igbo food
Christmas In Igboland: The Igbo Annual Return
April 19, 2022
Annually, the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria engage in what has become a mandatory “ritual.” This is the mass exodus of the Igbo in the diaspora with their families from across different places in Nigeria and the world, back home to their respective villages, communities and town for the December holidays. Chances are that you … Continue reading Christmas In Igboland: The Igbo Annual Return
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Recipe for Ugba Salad
April 19, 2022
On our menu today is ugba salad. This meal is indigenous to Imo State but it has become so popular that it is served in most restaurants within the country. It’s obvious from the name that the primary ingredient for this food is ugba. Ugba, known in some part of Igboland as akpaka is African … Continue reading Recipe for Ugba Salad
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Achicha Ede
April 19, 2022
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 choices about food within a cultural milieu.[1] These choices not only reveal who they are … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Achicha Ede
Did you Know? Six Health Benefits of Ukwa
April 19, 2022
Ukwa is a traditional meal that is commonly eaten by the Igbo people of South-Eastern Nigeria. The botanical name of this food is Treculia africana while the English name is African breadfruit. Ukwa can be made into a porridge delicacy or it can be fried and eaten with palm kernel or coconut. It is a … Continue reading Did you Know? Six Health Benefits of Ukwa
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Nsala
April 19, 2022
Food is a central activity of human beings. It is a global language of communication. It not only satisfies the body, it is a tool for building families, relationships and even communities. Cultural foods represent the traditions of a people. It is one of the most significant trademarks of a culture.[1] The preparation and consumption … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Nsala
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ukwa
April 19, 2022
On our history segment today is ukwa, a delicacy that hails from Igboland. Ukwa is called African breadfruit in English because it is similar to the breadfruit eaten in the Caribbean and South Pacific. The African breadfruit is eaten by people of different ethnic groups in Nigeria. These ethnic groups not only have different ways … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ukwa
Recipe for Abacha
April 19, 2022
On our menu, today is Abacha, a well-loved local delicacy in Igboland. (Well, this food also shares the same spelling as the name of the infamous late Nigerian dictator, Gen. Sani Abacha.) Abacha is also called African Salad; this meal can be served as an appetizer or a main dish. It is a ceremonial food … Continue reading Recipe for Abacha
Origin of Banga Soup
April 19, 2022
It is said that the best way to understand the traditions and cultures of a people is to eat their food. Cultural foods reflect the geography of a people and their rich agricultural products. The Niger-Delta region in Nigeria is the home of finger-licking delicacies. More often than not, their meals are stamped with their … Continue reading Origin of Banga Soup
Restaurant Review: Chi-Chi’s Special Abacha Joint
April 19, 2022
My cousin, Adaobi and I travelled to Enugu during the festive season. When we concluded our business, I decided to ring up an old friend who lived in the city to see if she was free to hang out with us. She was. She asked what we had in mind and I told her we … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Chi-Chi’s Special Abacha Joint
Top 10 Mama Put Joints in Lagos
April 19, 2022
The busy life in Lagos has had many people stow away their pots and pans, no wonder food is a major business in Lagos. There’s probably a food vendor at every corner selling Nigerian delicacies; these food vendors are commonly called Mama Put. People still want homemade affordable food despite their busy schedules and so … Continue reading Top 10 Mama Put Joints in Lagos
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