ADVENTURES OF A FOODIE RESIDING IN LAGOS
October 11, 2022
Cake Flavours to Explore You would agree that cakes are one of the best ancient desserts to have. While it is easy to stick to the conventional style of vanilla-flavored cake, we have compiled a list of cake flavors you should explore at least once in your lifetime. Every foodie should remember that foodie rule 101 is to try every flavour of food you find. For your cake, here are some flavours we think are worth trying. Moist Chocolate […]
October 11, 2022
Where to go for Date Nights in Lagos It is the ember month, love and reunion are starting to fly around. If you are looking for amazing spots to catch up with friends or get cozy with boo. Here are some places you should visit. These restaurants are perfect for date nights, girls catching up, etc. Check them out. The Gaby Lagos Address: 6a Agoro Odiyan St, Victoria Island, Lagos Make Reservations: GabyLagos/Reservations Note: The Gaby is an eclectic restaurant that serves Mediterranean and evolved fusion cuisine alongside artisanal cocktails. This is the perfect space for a date night. […]
October 10, 2022
Hey Foodies, The Oreo Milkshake recipe is one do-it-yourself recipe I can’t keep calm about. This dessert is my favourite, it always reminds me of the first time I had the McDonald’s milkshake in Cicero, Illinois. If you ever have friends over for the weekend or you are chilling with bae, this is the dessert for the mood. As you guessed, it is easy and cost-friendly. INGREDIENTS/ MATERIALS NEEDED Liquid whole milk Vanilla ice cream Oreo cookies Whipped cream (optional) Cup, straw, blender, etc. Step 1: Start by washing your hands with clean water, as a foodie, I expect […]
October 10, 2022
Toast Coffee and Bites (Victoria Island, Lagos) Plot 1415, Adetokunbo Ademola, Victoria Island | Phone | Instagram Toast Coffee and Bites by Eko Hotel is an all-day breakfast spot that serves a variety of breakfast options from Nigerian to full English breakfast. The restaurant also serves pizzas, pastries, and salads. The space is great and has a lovely interior. Toast Coffee and Bites is definitely classy and well lit, just about the perfect space. BREAKFAST I ordered the Egg Benedict with crushed Avocado and the wait time was about 20 mins. But I got served an assortment of bread […]
October 9, 2022
How to be a Foodie – Rules to Follow In this life, there are a couple of things that always matter – things like money, people, love, peace, and food, yes food, because what is life without food? Sometimes, people mistake being a foodie for gluttony, but that is not it. Being a foodie means exploring the culinary world by trying different meals, snacks, and drinks. It means identifying with the diversity of dishes and the beauty of flavors. And there are rules to getting this done. Welcome to Foodie Rules 101 by Foodie in Lagos, it is in […]
October 9, 2022
New Spots Alert: Restaurants in Lagos Q3 2022 New restaurants in Lagos! One thing you would always find in Lagos is a place to eat. Whether you are in Ikeja, Yaba, Ikoyi, or Victoria Island, you will always find different places to eat. We visited some new restaurants in Lagos that opened up between July 2022 – September 2022. You can check out these new restaurants in Lagos if you need somewhere new to visit in Lagos. R23 – Restaurant and Lounge Address: 23 Saka Tinubu street, VI, Lagos. View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
October 5, 2022
Welcome to the latest category we have on Foodie in Lagos. Here, we will be providing some easy DIY guides to follow at home ZOBOTINI is a Nigerian spin on the classic Martini 🍸 drink. It is perfect for a girl’s sleepover or movie night with loved ones. You can choose to serve your Zobotini with lime or lemon. Zobotini Ingredients Ice Dry Gin Zobo Drink (You can use homemade, or store-bought) Step 1: Wash/rinse every utensil. Put some ice inside a glass and pour some of your hibiscus juice (zobo drink) into the glass. Step 2: Put some dry […]
September 27, 2022
Buttermilk Restaurant, (Oniru, Lekki) 124 T. F. Kuboye Rd, Lekki ♦ Phone ♦ Instagram Buttermilk Restaurant Oniru – I took time out and went on a solo date to the newly opened Buttermilk in Oniru. The space was great, it was a bit bigger than the Chevron branch. I would say the ambiance and interior were perfect. I can’t say the same about the food, it wasn’t worth the Lagos stress I encountered. The space is definitely great for taking pictures and videos for the gram. MEAL I ordered the Creamy Chicken Tomato Pasta, but it wasn’t what I expected. […]
September 26, 2022
DANIEL FAST A guide on the food you can eat during a Daniel Fast Hey Foodies, you are wondering what this is about, why would another foodie dare talk about a fast?, don’t panic. Daniel Fast is a partial fast with food consumption restricted to water, fruits, vegetables, nuts, etc. It is simply the consumption of plant-based food and it is named in reference to Daniel in the bible, following the event of his abstinence from royal food. Most people have conflicts selecting meals to eat as they get confused about whether or not it is plant-based. In this article, […]
September 26, 2022
Jay’s Diner, (Falomo, Lagos) Falomo, Square Mall ♦ Phone ♦ Instagram Jay’s Diner is a late-night spot to get quality food and is opened from 6pm till 5am daily. Jay’s Diner would be a great place to go if you get hungry at odd times at night or as an after clubbing stop for some good food. The diner is open from evening till dawn, safe to say if you are around Falomo Square Mall, Ikoyi around that time, you can rest be assured you have a food plug. It is an outdoor space with wooden benches to sit on while […]
September 26, 2022
“I am a huge fan of inclusivity; I believe African food should be represented and known around the world” – Chef Gabi Odebode, Founder of Afro Meals. Tell us a bit about yourself, your background, and how you transitioned into the world of food. My name is Gabi Odebode, I was born and raised in Ghana. I am married to an amazing Nigerian man. I got into the world of food in an unconventional way. My initial goal was to become a doctor. During my master’s program, I started a side hustle where I was catering and making products for […]
September 26, 2022
Oiza Salad Maestro, (Victoria Island, Lagos) Food Corner Supermarket, Adeola Odeku, VI. | Phone | Instagram Oiza Salad Maestro is a perfect spot for a quiet morning and a great head start. There is a branch in Victoria Island, Lagos, and Abuja. I visited the VI branch; it is a small space with just a few seats available for eat-in. The space gets really bright because the spot is close to the road and the windows are transparent. This may discourage you from eating in, but for me, it was fine. MEAL SALAD: I had the Buj Salad, and […]