ADVENTURES OF A FOODIE RESIDING IN LAGOS
January 5, 2023
Debunking myths around food More than once, I assume you would have come across some weird post centered around how carbohydrates prevent you from losing weight, how you should not eat late-night food, and how fruits are the only thing you should consume to lose weight. Well, all of these are myths surrounding diets and nutrition. To help your diet and fitness January, we have decided to separate myths from facts. This would help you get clarity on what is and what is not. Journey with us. Myth: Salt is bad for you. Fact: No, salt is an essential mineral […]
January 5, 2023
Ways to make your water taste better In the spirit of diet and fitness January, we bring good tidings. Your guess is correct; we are here to make sure you have no reason to quit this weight loss journey. We are watching you closely. This is for that person that complained about water being boring; we have come up with ways for you to spice up your water. Let’s get to the hack. You might have guessed this, yes. Add lime. This water spice-up tip is not new. All you need to do is slice some lime in your water […]
January 5, 2023
Ci Gusta Restaurant, (V.I, Lagos) 12 Ibiyinka Olurunbe Close, Bishop Oluwole V.I | Phone | Instagram Cigusta is a new Italian-themed restaurant in Lagos. I was at the branch in Accra in 2015, and I remember liking it, especially the sandwiches they served at the time. This time, I went with a friend to the outlet in Lagos. It is well-lit space with natural lighting and it has a decent-sized play area. It is one of the biggest spaces I’ve seen for any child-friendly restaurant, so I definitely see this as one of the spots to get frequent visits by families. […]
January 4, 2023
How to start your weight loss journey Welcome to HealthyJanuary with FIL, The other day, we asked you here if you added some kg during the holidays, but you asked us to mind our business. We know why you asked us to mind our business. You’ve probably added a bit more than a few kgs. We also know you have plans to start your weight loss journey, which is why we are here. We are here to help you get started by giving recommendations on food, drinks, and trim options that would help you drop a few kgs. You know […]
December 26, 2022
Sabor Restaurant, (Victoria Island, Lagos) 134 Ahmadu Bello Way, V.I | Phone | Instagram Sabor is back. I visited the newly opened space in Victoria Island with a friend; it is a huge, beautiful space with a rustic ambience and a nice poolside. I liked the idea of the poolside; we need more of it in Lagos. Sabor’s menu hasn’t changed one bit. The space was all the welcome-back vibes I needed. As always, the customer service was awesome. MEAL Starters For starters, I had the Crab Fritters; it was very tasty and nicely done. I would try it again […]
December 23, 2022
The drink and the occasion Knowing your drink is another way to prove your knowledge in the culinary world, and make your dining experience bliss. This post contains directions on what drink you should have for events like weddings, birthdays, dinner dates, etc. WATER is suitable for any occasion; you can have water during exercise, at parties, or after any meal. The favorite thing about water as you may know is that it doesn’t come with calories. SODAS are carbonated drinks with artificial flavors. Sodas are perfect for parlor birthday parties; they add colors to the space, and they are […]
December 21, 2022
Cake shops in Lagos If you or someone you know is having an occasion that requires a cake, you don’t have to worry or wonder where to shop. There are some stores in Lagos where you can order, shop or pick up a cake or as many cakes as you want. You don’t have to be in Lagos to have this done. Just click on the name of the shop you prefer in this post, and make your order. Diva Cakes have the best cakes that fit any occasion from as low as ₦6,000 with a same-day delivery option. They […]
December 20, 2022
Types of Cookies Food is not boring; you just haven’t tried the best meals, like some of the biscuit/cookie options we are about to recommend to prove that cookies are not just biscuits made of sugar and flour; but nicely baked desserts that could come with different ingredients and flavors. We made a list of some of the best cookies to try this festive season. Christmas Butter Cookies Butter cookies are made from sugar, flour, butter, and vanilla flavor syrup or extract. You can make them in any desired shape, the fun is when you have them in Christmas shapes […]
December 16, 2022
Supermarkets around Sabo/Yaba where you can get almost anything Shopping could be difficult sometimes, but you can eliminate all the struggles by finding the right place to shop for your groceries, ingredients, or snacks. If you stay around Sabo-Yaba axis in Lagos Mainland, here is a list of supermarkets where you can get almost anything you need, some of them even offer delivery services. Mallmart Stores and Supermarket is your go-to place if you stay around Alagomeji. You can do in-store shopping, pick-up, or request delivery. They are open from 8 am to 10 pm, service time might differ during […]
December 15, 2022
Dips, Jams and Spreads to try Food is one of the best things to happen to mankind, but you might not realize it if you haven’t tried some dishes. While it is easier to stick to conventional day-to-day food, we believe the beauty of food is in the variety of options you get to try. This is why we would highlight some new things we think we should try at least once – dips, spreads, and jams. The good part is you can make some of these from the comfort of your house and experiment with your taste bud. DIPS […]
December 15, 2022
Restaurants with Christmas Menu Christmas is right around the corner, and in true Foodie fashion, we will be eating our way through the holidays. We know that the festive season comes with pressure on cooking at home, but not everyone prefers this, so we have curated a list of restaurants that are offering delicious and wide-ranging Christmas menus to dine in on Christmas day. All you just need to do is scroll down, find the restaurant with a menu that stands out to you, and click on the picture for more information. We even included some vendors offering catering services […]
December 14, 2022
Local Peppersoup Spots around Yaba This is for the Lagos Mainlanders; we found and tried some local bars around Yaba where you can get pepper soup and drinks. These places are suitable for a visit late at night after work, to watch a football game, or hangout with friends or Islander visiting your zone. Of course, we tested and reviewed them for you. Check out the peppersoup spots here: 1. L’bule Bar located at 26 Carter Street– L’bule bar is a local bar in Adekunle. The bar has about four televisions that shows football match during the season. They have […]