November 23, 2022
Different ways rice can be cooked and eaten Most people say eating rice is boring and tiring, we think it is because they haven’t tried rice in different ways. There are about 20 types of rice dishes to try, you can find some of these in your local community or anywhere in your city. There is Ofada Rice, a type of rice common amongst the Western-Nigerians, it is small, brown and mostly recognized for the plenty of dirt it retains before it is picked and cooked. This rice is best taken with ata dindin- a local fried stew. Jollof Rice, […]
November 22, 2022
Fruit blends to have in the mornings It is recommended that you start your day with some vitamins and nutrients. While it is easier to eat anything, we recommend that you adopt fruit juice or smoothies for your mornings. Here are some of the best fruit blends worth having in the morning. The Citrus Fruits – A great morning juice to have is a blend of citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and lemons. These fruits are rich in vitamin C, potassium, and calcium, and they are recommended for anyone who is looking to regulate ovulation to increase fertility or maintain […]
November 21, 2022
Food to take for your next Picnic As we like to say, ‘what is the world without food’? What is a picnic without food and healthy junk? (0xymoron, we know lol)? To help you enjoy your next picnic, we have compiled some best food ideas and others to take along for family and friends. Cookies: These are great to have for any picnic. The fun part is you can take different types – cookies and chips, hazelnut cookies, coconut chips cookies, etc. There is so much to pick from and have an adventure with. Burgers/Sandwiches: These are picnic worthy. You […]
November 19, 2022
Be a Good Food Critic You have to admit, as a person, there are times you are not satisfied with services rendered to you. While it could be really upsetting and displeasing that you did not get your money’s worth, it’s important to communicate your displeasure in a manner that would not hurt the other party. For foodies, it could be displeasing when the Chef messes up a meal you ordered. To manage situations like this, we have put together a list to help you communicate your displeasure effectively and be a good food critic. Have Food knowledge: Before saying […]
November 15, 2022
Staple Foods: Swallow/Okele Nigerian Solid Meals aka Swallow Foods are one of a kind. This is your sign to try them if you never have and to aid this quest, we have come up with recommendations of delicious Nigerian swallow foods and why they are worth having. Iyan “Pounded Yam”: You can tell from the price of yam in the market that this swallow is the king and should be treated as such. It is best combined with rich egusi of nine lives, and assorted meat from a cow that has lived more than 3 years. It is the best […]
November 7, 2022
Foodstuff Markets in Lagos Lagos is the land of everything- food, restaurants, great stores, wild people, and crazy drama; that’s why rule number 1 in Lagos is to never ask someone for directions if you haven’t checked your map or asked a trusted family member. The same applies to going to food markets in Lagos, you need to ask. That’s why we have decided to be your map and highlight some food markets in Lagos to get cheap food stuff Here are some biggest food markets in Lagos where you can get foodstuffs: Mile 12 Market: Mile 12 is the […]
November 7, 2022
What other Milk are there? Milk is considered essential in your diet, and it could be tiring to keep drinking one type of milk. You might not know, but there are other kinds of milk substitutes with equal health benefits that are worth trying. Here are some milk substitutes that we recommend: Rice Milk: This milk can be extracted from brown or white rice. It contains a high level of carbohydrates, but it is low in protein. Nevertheless, this milk serves its nutritious benefit and is considered lactose free. Nut Milk: Nut milk can be gotten from Almonds, Coconut, Groundnuts, […]
October 28, 2022
All over the world, the saying there are many fishes in the river applies, and you could get confused about what fish to eat. In Nigeria alone, there are over a hundred types of fish to pick from with each serving its nutritional purposes. Team picky, this one is for you. If like me, you have ever been confused about which meal and fish go well. This is your guide. Catfish is the king of fish. At least, we think it is the goat of all fish. You can have it smoked, fried or use it in your pepper soup. […]
October 26, 2022
Types of Chocolates The wonders of Cocoa Pods Cocoa Pods are definitely part of the wonders of earth. They carry cocoa beans that can be extracted, roasted, and seasoned with other ingredients like sweeteners, flavors, and nuts then converted into sweet bar. While it is easy to assume there is just one type of chocolate, it is a myth. There are different types of sweet bar worth trying more than once in a lifetime unless you have allergies. Dark Chocolate is one of the most common type. It is considered to have health advantages because it doesn’t have too many […]