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From street food to tea dates: 5 peculiar food cultures of Abuja residents — and how to indulge

Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, is a hub for diverse cultures and ethnicities, and this diversity is reflected in its rich food culture.

5 food preparation hacks to keep you well-fed even when busy

It turns out that some people have cracked the code to a work-diet balance. Here are a few tips to help you achieve a faster and less stressful cooking time so that your diet no longer has to suffer for your busy schedule:

I now know why Lagos babes keep ordering pasta at restaurants

We love to slander Lagos babes who’re always ordering pasta, but can we address the “why” from a personal angle? As someone who always repeats the same orders in restaurants I visit regularly and eats only everyday meals in restaurants I’m visiting for the first time, I believe I have on good authority to speak… Continue reading I now know why Lagos babes keep ordering pasta at restaurants

The naira scarcity has ruined our diets

For Bibi and Tope raising toddlers, the naira scarcity is more concerning because it’s now more difficult to provide their babies wholesome meals.

The yassification of àmàlà by upscale restaurants is ruining its authenticity

On any other day, I’d have started this piece saying greed is the only reason anyone wants to eat amala that costs more than ₦5k, but today isn’t that day.  Amala is made from yam, cassava flour, or unripe plantain flour; it’s a staple in Yoruba households, usually paired with ewedu, gbegiri (abula), stew and… Continue reading The yassification of àmàlà by upscale restaurants is ruining its authenticity

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