Archives Tag: Nigerian foods
Discover Nigeria: Nigerian Foods Across Different Regions
April 19, 2022
With over 250 ethnic groups spread across 36 states, Nigeria is a nation rich in cultural diversity. This incredible variety is reflected in the country’s cuisine as well. Nigerian foods offer a delicious adventure with distinct flavours and specialities in each region. While basic starchy staples like pounded yam, garri, rice or fufu act … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: Nigerian Foods Across Different Regions
How to Make Cassava Fufu the Ajebo Way
April 19, 2022
We live in an era of easy cooking. People no like stress again and who will blame them? The made easy life is bae abeg. Last week, we discussed how to make cassava fufu, a swallow that is known for its strong smell and smooth texture. Personally, I don’t care about the smell of cassava … Continue reading How to Make Cassava Fufu the Ajebo Way
How Nigerian Foods Can Become a Catalyst for Tourism
April 19, 2022
Last week, the internet was left agog; videos of foreigners eating the Nigerian food, fufu, was trending on social media in what Tik Tokers dubbed the Fufu Challenge. As expected, there were mixed reactions from this adventure; while some foreigners loved the food, others were disgusted by it. Read more about Food Some West Africans … Continue reading How Nigerian Foods Can Become a Catalyst for Tourism
How Social Media has Revolutionized Nigerian Food
April 19, 2022
Have you ever taken a moment to ponder about life? Have you considered how an event, encounter, discovery or development can alter the course of our lives either for better or for worse? If you haven’t, take a moment and think about a newborn baby and how it’s arrival changes the world of his family … Continue reading How Social Media has Revolutionized Nigerian Food
Food Tips: 4 Ways to Make Egusi Balls
April 19, 2022
I love egusi soup. Even though I enjoy this soup more when it has balls, I can eat it anyhow it turns out. Unfortunately, not everyone can eat egusi soup without balls. Some even go as far as calling it uncomplimentary names. I don’t blame them. But I think helping more people to learn how … Continue reading Food Tips: 4 Ways to Make Egusi Balls
Places to Eat in Lagos this Christmas
April 19, 2022
Lagos, which is fondly referred to as Eko, is the commercial capital of Nigeria. It is also the home of opportunities and the country’s most populous city. While some migrants flock the city in search of employment opportunities, others with entrepreneurial bent believe that the city holds the key to their big break. Lagos, which … Continue reading Places to Eat in Lagos this Christmas
Restaurant Review: Ofiaku Restaurant, Awka
April 19, 2022
I haven’t been to Awka in a while but when the need to do a review of a restaurant there arose, I remembered the Igbo proverb, “When an animal is itchy, it goes to the tree for help but when a man is itchy, he seeks the assistance of his fellow man in scratching the … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Ofiaku Restaurant, Awka
Did You Know? 5 Correct Delicacies of The Ijaw Ethnic Group
April 19, 2022
The Ijaw are the largest ethnic group in the Niger Delta region. They are also the fourth largest ethnic group in Nigeria. While Ijaw clusters are found in 6 out of the 36 states of the Federation, the largest Ijaw population is found in Bayelsa State which is the only homogeneous Ijaw state in Nigeria. … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Correct Delicacies of The Ijaw Ethnic Group
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
Restaurant Review: Epic Meals Afrika
April 19, 2022
I woke up late yesterday so there was no time to prepare food. I hurriedly attended to my toilette. I took sardine from the canned food cabinet and bought bread and coke on my way to work. That was my breakfast. I planned to do bolé and fish at lunch but I had so much … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Epic Meals Afrika
Nigeria moves to Increase Exportation of Fruits to Europe
April 19, 2022
With the dwindling demand for petroleum and petroleum products, Nigeria is focused on diversifying its economy by increasing exportation of fruits to European countries. The Nigerian Ports Authority has concluded an arrangement with Port of Antwerp, Belgium to sign a Technical Collaboration Agreement. This is towards the increment of exportation of Nigerian fruits to European countries. … Continue reading Nigeria moves to Increase Exportation of Fruits to Europe
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Nuts About Nutmeg
April 19, 2022
One popular ingredient that plays a vital role in Nigerian Moi Moi, Chin Chin and Puff Puff is Nutmeg. It is an ingredient that is hailed for the unique taste it gives to this variety of foods. It is said to have many curative benefits, as it is commonly grown in the Carribean and Southern … Continue reading Nuts About Nutmeg
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Fresh ‘Kunuun’ Drink
April 19, 2022
There seems to exist different kinds of Kunu. There is ‘Kunuun Zaki’ made up of whole grains of millet, sorghum or corn and also Kunu Aya made up of Tiger nut, dates, coconut and also Kunuun Gyada. They are fermented cereal beverages found mostly in the Northern part of Nigeria. Previously, we have explained how to … Continue reading Fresh ‘Kunuun’ Drink
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Healthy Tom Brown Porridge (Hausa Koko)
April 19, 2022
Making Tom Brown Porridge is very easy. It is a porridge that is common in the northern part of Nigeria and among Ghanaian’s. Most of the ingredients used are common agricultural produce found in the north. For many who do not know how it is made lets go over the process slowly. Ingredients: 2 Cups … Continue reading Healthy Tom Brown Porridge (Hausa Koko)
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