Archives Tag: Yoruba food
Recipe for Ikokore
April 19, 2022
On our menu today is the culinary jewel of Ijebuland. Ikokore is a meal made with water yam. It is a rich food prepared with lots of orisirisi. Ikokore can either be enjoyed alone or with cold eba. Whether you’re Yoruba or not, this pottage delicacy should grace your dining table this Christmas. If you … Continue reading Recipe for Ikokore
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ewedu Soup
April 19, 2022
Food consumption is a life sustaining activity. Amongst the Yoruba of southwestern Nigeria, food is not just a part of their everyday life, it is also an integral part of their religious and ceremonial affairs. Indeed, it is said that the mark of the Yoruba traditional religion is the sharing of their foods with their … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ewedu Soup
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ikokore
April 19, 2022
Ogun State is located in South-Western Nigeria. The state is predominantly peopled by the Egba, Ijebu, Egbado, Remo, Yewa, and the Awori. These belong to the main Yoruba ethnic groups. Ogun borders Lagos State to the south, Oyo and Osun states to the north, Ondo State to the east, and the Republic of Benin to … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ikokore
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Adalu
April 19, 2022
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 has its own history. Some of the recipes we use today are a couple hundred … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Adalu
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ewa Agoyin
April 19, 2022
Beans is a staple in most homes in Nigeria. It is rich in protein and soluble fibre which helps to lower blood cholesterol. However, in spite of the health benefits associated with this food, beans is loathed by many because it is associated with flatulence and indigestion. In order to ensure that loved ones benefit … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ewa Agoyin
Did You Know? 5 Food that can be Found in a Yoruba Wedding
April 19, 2022
Marriage is a rite of passage that is vital for the perpetuation of the human race. Even though the increase in the rate of divorce is alarming, marriage is still considered a once in a lifetime affair. One effect of this optimistic outlook is that people pull out all the stops when they are planning … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Food that can be Found in a Yoruba Wedding
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofada Rice
April 19, 2022
Amongst the Yoruba, food is a vital aspect of their culture. It is a symbol of hospitality and social status. It is believed to nourish and bind families together. Food consumption is both a basic necessity and a learned behaviour of comportment. Early in childhood, tastes are acquired from shared collective values about what is … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofada Rice
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Amala
April 19, 2022
Food consumption plays a central role in our daily interaction with friends, family and even colleagues. It features in celebrations that mark particular rites of passage like marriage, anniversaries and even burials. Food is, therefore, key to understanding how we organize our relationships with each other and the meaning of those relationships. The Yoruba occupy … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Amala
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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