ADVENTURES OF A FOODIE RESIDING IN LAGOS
March 21, 2024
Celebrating National Frozen Food Day: Exploring the Benefits and Demerits of Frozen Food As we celebrate National Frozen Food Day, it’s the perfect time to delve into the realm of frozen culinary delights. Frozen foods in Nigeria have become a staple in many households, offering convenience, variety, and often cost-effectiveness. However, like any food category, there are both benefits and demerits to consider. Let’s explore them in detail. Benefits of Frozen Food Convenience: One of the primary advantages of frozen food is its convenience. With busy schedules and hectic lifestyles of Lagosians, having a stash of frozen meals or ingredients […]
March 13, 2024
The Burger Place, Lekki Icon Place, 14, Emma Abimbola Cole, Lekki Phase 1 | Phone | Instagram I heard this Burger Place serves the most tasty Burgers and Shawarma for every budget. So, I stopped by the branch in Lekki phase 1 for a quick bite. I am all in for brands saying just what they are. If you claim to be the best, serve the best. Well, to the main deal. MEAL I opted for the Full Burger Bliss Combo 3 which comes with a cheeseburger, fries, wings, and a drink. The cheeseburger was decent. The wings were […]
March 13, 2024
Firewood Rice, Lekki 10 Admiralty Way, Lekki | Phone | Instagram I stopped by at Firewood Jollof in Lekki, this spot claims to have the best Firewood Jollof Rice in Nigeria. Well, I’m here with an update. They have a lovely and cute space. They also have really nice wall designs and paintings that speaks to their claim as being the best firewood jollof in Nigeria. They had a bit of a light situation when I visited so it was really hot. It was resolved in few minutes though. MEAL They have varieties such as fried rice, smokey jollof […]
March 12, 2024
Vestar Coffee (Ikoyi, Lagos) 40 Alexander Ave, Ikoyi| Phone | Instagram I visited this coffee spot in Ikoyi just for you, okay, maybe for myself because I really needed the muffin. The space is serene and cool; nothing extra. Now, to the meal. DRINK I tried their iced caramel macchiato, and it was spot-on in terms of flavor, delivering exactly what I expected. The caramel was sufficient as well. However, the blueberry muffins I paired it with were a bit disappointing as it lacked freshness. I think they should revisit and try to ensure the pastries are […]
March 12, 2024
Local Pastries Spots in Lagos I am giving up my amala adventure for a while so I can see, eat and experience new things. I am starting with local pastries like fish rolls, sausage rolls, doughnuts, akara, etc. My first stop was this roadside spot called Akara Terry; I stopped by to satisfy my Akara cravings. They sell Akara, Bread, Fried Yam, Ponmo and Meat. I had akara and bread – Akara Burger. The size of the Akara is okay for the price. It was fluffy and had crunchy edges. It had the right amount of seasoning and wasn’t bland. […]
March 12, 2024
Chill Spot, UNILAG Unilag Sports Center, Akoka, Unilag | Phone | Instagram Is this what UNILAG students are enjoying? I heard about Chill spot from a friend of mine and decided to check them out. Their space is warm and quite relaxing. It would be nice for hangouts and even simple dates. Now, to the main deal. MEAL I ordered the Happy Boy Combo and Blue Lagoon Mocktail. Just as the name implies, the Happy Boy Combo lived up to its name except for the “Fried Rice”. The rice was bland; i didn’t enjoy it one bit. However, the […]
March 11, 2024
Shop 10, UNILAG Shop 10, Faculty of Science, University of Lagos | Phone | Instagram This spot was recommended by one of my followers stating that their jollof rice is very good. Well, what to do than to find it. The space is a zero! It was small and hot like an oven, whether there’s light or not. I wondered how people ate there. They had some seats and tables outside which was where I ate. It was also a bit dark. I would advise you take out as opposed to eating there. MEAL I ordered Jollof Rice, Fried Plantain and […]
March 8, 2024
Cherish Kitchen, Oniru Oniru Market – In front of the Palace Gate| Phone | Instagram There’s something about street stir fry pasta that does it for me. I spotted Cherish Kitchen and stopped by for some quick lunch. Okay, you know I am absolute believer in street foods, I would vouch that the meals from there hits the spot better than anything else. I have a proof now. MEAL At Cherish Kitchen, I got Stir Fry Pasta, Chicken and Coleslaw. The Pasta was sumptuous and mouth watering. The chicken was well seasoned and soft. I really enjoyed it. The coleslaw […]
March 8, 2024
Bodega Emporium (Lekki, Lagos) 3 General Ogomudia Rd, Eti-Osa, Lekki 1| Phone | Instagram Located in the heart of Lekki, Bodega Emporium is a specialty shop and café currently in its test run phase. I’ve stopped by this spot before, but it was during their launch and they weren’t very organized. I’m expectant especially now that I’m going as a paying customer. They have a very cozy, relaxing and colorful space. They also have a comfortable workspace with free Wi-Fi, so you could also get some work done. MEAL Similar to specialty shops that specialize in gourmet foods or […]
March 8, 2024
Iya Samodi, Mushin Mushin | Phone | Instagram I visit Iya Samodi; a popular amala spot in mushin as it came highly recommended by my amala avengers, just to try their amala. The space is very small and looks unhygienic, it looks like an amala factory. MEAL I had Lafun (white amala) with gbegiri and Ewedu; the amala was lumpy, the stew, gbegiri and Ewedu were very flavorful, the beef had no flavor at all. OVERALL EXPERIENCE I didn’t enjoy the meal at all and I won’t be visiting to eat Iya Samodi Amala again. I was left underwhelmed, as […]
February 26, 2024
Lokito Restaurant (Lekki, Lagos) Primewater view garden, 2 off Freedom Way, Ikate| Phone | Instagram I’ve had this place on my radar for quite some time now so I thought to finally make out time to check it. The ambiance is screaming 90s. I really love what they did with their space. There are those olden days posters you would see at barbing/hair dressing saloons. Their space strikes this nostalgic and warm feeling. It is also quiet and no one would even think to look for a restaurant there – it is located in a residential premises. The background songs were […]
February 26, 2024
Emi Oga, Surulere 76 Adeniran Ogunsanya St, Surulere, Lagos | Phone | Instagram This Amala hunt has led me into eating salt and oil. These recommendations are starting to get scary. I visited Emi Oga’s place in Surulere because it had been recommended a few times by a couple of my followers claiming their Amala would beat the rest. I decided to visit; I got there, and their space was neat and small, but the staff wasn’t friendly at all. You would think that would make the food tasty, but no. MEAL I was got there very early, they only […]