On the 11th of February, 2023, Itoro Akrasi, known in her social media circle as Itee Akrasi, made an important announcement on her Facebook page: She had just moved her food vending business to her own restaurant at the Officer’s Mess at NNS Beecroft, a Nigerian Navy settlement in Apapa. The collective response to this… Continue reading Meet the cook who couldn’t find good catfish pepper soup in Lagos, so she started a restaurant
I think it was on Facebook I first read someone write that if you must cry in this life, try to make sure you’re crying in a Range Rover and not a Keke Maruwa. I know this is good advice because I saw it play out during my awkward date. You see, there’s something strangely… Continue reading Ofada Boy is the restaurant to go if you’re not sure your date likes you
One of the common problems Nigerian travellers face when visiting a new country for the first time is deciding what to eat and where to eat. Our first thought is often to find a Nigerian restaurant or eat the most basic meals like fries, chicken, and burgers, surviving on fast food until we settle. It’s… Continue reading The 5 best cuisines to eat as a Nigerian with an unadventurous palate
From the effervescent chaos of Lagos to the majestic hills of Jos, these are the 10 Nigerian cities with the most to offer visitors.
In honor of Women’s Month, we’re celebrating the women entrepreneurs who are shaking up the food scene in Lagos. These women-owned restaurants are not only changing the status quo but also serving up some of the best food you’ll ever taste. From authentic Nigerian cuisine to international flavors, here’s a list of 10 must-visit spots in Lagos owned by women.
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