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How a US$6B noodle became Nigeria’s national meal

How a US$6B noodle became Nigeria’s national meal

For decades, Nigerian meals have been defined by tradition: rice, yams, garri, and soups that take time and process. Instant…
Nigerian foods influenced by Brazilian dishes

Nigerian foods influenced by Brazilian dishes

Show up at any Lagos party where the Nigerian foods is taken seriously, and you already know what is coming.…
Nigerian meals that double as medicine

Nigerian meals that double as medicine

There is a reason many Nigerian homes do not rush to the hospital for every small thing. Long before pharmacies…
The risks of making instant noodles a regular meal

The risks of making instant noodles a regular meal

For many Nigerians, instant noodles have become more than a quick meal. They are the midnight rescue for students in…
Health benefits of black soup

Health benefits of black soup

Nigeria has a wide variety of soups, each tied to a people, a place and a way of life. From…
Is it still cheaper to cook or just buy food?

Is it still cheaper to cook or just buy food?

For many Nigerians, the daily question of whether to cook at home or buy food has never been more pressing.…
The cheesesteak trend in Nigeria

The cheesesteak trend in Nigeria

Lately, food content creators have been blowing up the internet with a new obsession: the cheesesteak. Originally made in Philadelphia…
5 local Chinese restaurants in Lagos

5 local Chinese restaurants in Lagos

Chinese restaurants have exploded across Lagos in the past few years, going far beyond the old stereotype of simple takeout…
Health benefits of locust beans

Health benefits of locust beans

They announce themselves before they ever touch the pot. Sharp, fermented, impossible to ignore. For many Nigerians, the smell of…
How to eat healthy on a tight budget

How to eat healthy on a tight budget

Eating healthy is often framed as a luxury in Nigeria. Scroll through social media and you will see smoothie bowls,…
The health benefits of garden egg stew

The health benefits of garden egg stew

Garden egg has long been a familiar sight in Nigerian homes, but few people ever stop to consider how nutritious…
Where to find the best international dishes in Lagos

Where to find the best international dishes in Lagos

Lagos might have mastered the art of local cuisine, but sometimes your cravings might want a little adventure, like international…
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