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The fermented foods Nigerians grew up eating
August 14, 2026
The fermented foods Nigerians grew up eating
You have probably been eating fermented foods your whole life without even realising it. Before the world started obsessing over…
Has brunch in Nigeria become too extra?
August 7, 2026
Has brunch in Nigeria become too extra?
For most Nigerians, the day used to have a fairly predictable food schedule: breakfast in the morning, lunch in the…
Why loaded fries are suddenly everywhere in Nigeria
July 22, 2026
Why loaded fries are suddenly everywhere in Nigeria
Not too long ago, fries were the thing that came with your meal. You ordered chicken, fish or a burger,…
What is the secret behind Kilishi?
July 3, 2026
What is the secret behind Kilishi?
If you have ever had a friend or relative travel from Lagos to Abuja, Kano or anywhere else in northern…
Food inflation: What are Nigerians eating now?
June 19, 2026
Food inflation: What are Nigerians eating now?
There was a time when buying food did not require a strategy. A visit to the market meant filling a…
7 reasons cashew nuts might be the healthiest snack in your kitchen
June 5, 2026
7 reasons cashew nuts might be the healthiest snack in your kitchen
Snacking is part of everyday life for many Nigerians. Whether you are stuck in traffic, rushing between meetings, watching football…
The trending Matcha drink: Good or peer pressure?
May 21, 2026
The trending Matcha drink: Good or peer pressure?
A few months ago, if you asked the average Nigerian what matcha was, there was a good chance they would…
How Café culture is quietly growing in Lagos
May 14, 2026
How Café culture is quietly growing in Lagos
Not too long ago, cafés in Lagos were mostly attached to hotels, airports, or high-end business districts, places people dropped…
Will MasterChef Nigeria celebrate local food or westernise it
April 23, 2026
Will MasterChef Nigeria celebrate local food or westernise it
MasterChef is not just another cooking show. It is one of the world’s biggest culinary franchises, created in the UK…
9 local fruits Nigerians are slowly losing
April 17, 2026
9 local fruits Nigerians are slowly losing
In many parts of Nigeria, fruits that were once part of everyday diets are becoming less visible, particularly in urban…
How a US$6B noodle became Nigeria’s national meal
April 9, 2026
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
April 2, 2026
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.…