Video Of The Week: The Smoothie Prep Routine & Recipes You Can Use to Maintain A Healthy Weight
You’ve probably heard time and again that eating fruits and vegetables is beneficial for your health. But eating fruits and veggies in their raw form on a daily basis can get tiring. Read more about other Videos of the week This is the very reason smoothies were invented. They are a very creative alternative to […]
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 live near the River Niger and they are supplied by a large network of streams […]
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 event is “Our actions are our future. Healthy diets for a #zerohunger world.” This theme […]
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 is readily available at that time. The recipe for this food was sent by an […]
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 is easy to prepare. The fact that it’s oil free makes it a wonderful dish […]
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 very good source of protein. It can be enjoyed alone but it can also be […]
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 Igala; and in the south by Edo State. The Ebira are a people with deep […]
Recipe for the Idoma Delicacy, Okoho Soup
Idoma people are found in Benue State of North-Central Nigeria. They are the second largest ethnic group in the state. The Idomas occupy the 9 local government areas of Apa, Agatu, Ado, Obi, Ohimini, Okpokwu, Ogbadibo, Oju, and Otukpo; although, Obi and Oju are principally made up of the Igede tribe. The Idoma people are […]
Eni Ikan Fun Furu, a Delicacy of the Nupe People of Niger State
Niger State is reputed to be the largest state in Nigeria in terms of land mass. It is also called the power state because of the existence of three hydroelectric power stations namely the Shiroro, Kainji, and Jebba power stations in the state. The Nupe are one of the three major ethnic groups in Niger. […]
Recipe for Dambun Kifi, the Delicacy from Kebbi State
Dambun kifi is the Hausa word for fish floss. This delicacy can be prepared with any type of fresh or frozen fish. It can be enjoyed on its own, served with jollof rice or used as filling for sandwich. If you visit Kebbi, you should try it. Dambun kifi has an aroma that beckons you […]
Katun Ridi, the Snack enjoyed in Kaduna State
Beniseed, or sesame seed as it is sometimes referred to, is an annual flowering plant which is cultivated for its seeds. It grows in pods and is believed to be the oldest cultivated oilseed in the world. Although its origin is doubtful, it is believed to have originated from Africa. Beniseed was introduced to Nigeria […]
Recipe for Sandar Jauro, the Snack Enjoyed in Jigawa State
Sandar Jauro means Jauro’s sticks in Hausa. Jauro is a Fulani male name but no one seems to know why this name was adopted for the snack under discussion. Sandar Jauro, also known as wheat sticks, is a scrumptious delight that is enjoyed in Jigawa State and other parts of Northern Nigeria. It can be […]
Recipe for Dambun Shinkafa, a Northwestern Delicacy
Dambun shinkafa is a northern delicacy that is gradually finding its way into the home of many Nigerians. Little wonder for dambun shinkafa is nutritious and scrumptious. This delicacy brings together a mix of all food groups in a healthy way. The moringa leaves, carrot, green pepper, makes it similar to fried rice. Before sharing […]
Miyan Taushe, The North-Western Delicacy Enjoyed in Kebbi State
Kebbi State is in the northwest geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It was created in 1991 out of the former Sokoto State. It has a total land area of about 36,309 square kilometers. The capital of this state is Birnin Kebbi. There are 21 Local Government Areas and four Emirate Councils in Kebbi State. Kebbi is […]
Miyan Kubewa, The Northwestern Delicacy from Kaduna
Culture is directly related to human experiences. It forms people’s everyday life, their views, lifestyles, basic assumptions, their perceptions. Above all, culture shapes our individual relationships. Nigeria is inhabited by various ethnic nationalities; these nationalities have different languages, modes of dressing, eating, dancing and even greeting habits. But in spite of these differences in cultures, […]
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 isii gives ofe onugbu its unique aroma and flavor. Before we discuss the making of […]