ADVENTURES OF A FOODIE RESIDING IN LAGOS
October 19, 2020
End SARs Protests in Nigeria: On the 6th of October, a group of protesters gathered at the Lagos State House of Assembly in Alausa Lagos to protest police brutality in Nigeria tagged as #EndSARs. These protests are mainly directed at an arm of the police called SARs, also known as the Special Anti-Robbery Squad. These first group of protesters gathered the attention of the public between the 6th and 8th of October, 2020 after sleeping out in the open outside the House of Assembly. No Tent, No Chairs but Guess What? WE DIE HERE!#EndSARSProtest pic.twitter.com/LycI1iPh66 — Online Protester #ENDSARS🇳🇬 (@onlineprotest_) […]
October 9, 2020
As a thorough foodie, one of my favourite things to watch – on the few times I do watch TV, is the Food Network. Apart from delicious recipes and fun-to-watch characters, some interesting shows portray the human spirit, as well as beautiful cooking. Here are some of my favourite shows native to the Food Network. Chopped Chopped is a reality competition-based show where four chefs battle three times to get to the final round, where the winner takes home $10,000. There are mandatory mystery ingredients in baskets and each chef has to use these ingredients to create dishes for […]
October 8, 2020
Soul Food Restaurant 51 St Finbarr’s College Rd, Yaba, Lagos | 0704 158 5082 I was asked to recommend some restaurants on Lagos mainland and I realize that most high-end restaurants are located on the island, which I think is quite weird. So imagine how excited I was when I heard of this cute new place on the mainland called Soul Food. Of course, I decided to try it out and this is how my experience was. Soul Food Restaurant is located at 51, St Finbarr’s Road, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos It’s pretty close to the University of Lagos, so you can […]
September 30, 2020
The skin is the largest organ in the human body with many elements affecting its health. Food is one of these factors and is arguably the most important. The saying ‘you are what you eat’ has never been more accurate. For instance, some processed foods are proven to contain carcinogenic agents which can cause cancer anywhere in the body. Studies have also shown that food containing high levels of refined sugar can be damaging to the skin. Sugar can cause inflammation in the body, which in turn, can cause acne and eczema. Fortunately, there are certain food items and classes […]
September 29, 2020
Ginger health benefits Ginger is a multifaceted and delicious spice and also known for its health benefits. It is used in cooking all over the world, including Nigeria. It also has a tangy, slightly peppery flavour and also used in drinks like Kunu or Ginger Ale or Tea, and as a flavouring for foods such as pap. Apart from cooking, Ginger has other uses, most of which are medicinal. It has a lot of health benefits, some of which we will be highlighting below. These are a few health benefits of the root plant: Reduces Nausea Gingerol, a bioactive component […]
September 23, 2020
A significant part of the food we consume is fried- from chicken to fries, and even some forms of dough. Most people are of the opinion that frying food guarantees that it will be tasty, no doubt, but it has been proven unhealthy, especially when it’s done often. This is why we’ve decided to bring you five healthier ways to enjoy fried food. Use an Air Fryer Air fryers are just as effective in frying food as deep or pan-frying. It requires a little amount of oil, which means less cholesterol. Use Olive Oil Olive oil contains antioxidants […]
September 21, 2020
American cuisine in lagos Food is an amazing phenomenon, it connects people all over the world. Today, people all over the world can enjoy food from cultures other than theirs and for this, we are grateful. In this vein, we’re looking at American cuisine in Lagos and where to have them. Here are a few: Apple Pie A dessert that is made with a pastry filled with chopped or crushed apples mixed with other ingredients such as sugar and/or lemon juice. It is usually served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Though it is now an all-American favourite, […]
September 18, 2020
Being vegan or vegetarian is often about more than food; it translates into a lifestyle as well. But since we are all about food, that’s what we will be talking about today. Several restaurants in Lagos specialise in both vegan and vegetarian meals, but also, a few other places have unique dishes for individuals who do not eat animal produce/meat. For instance, Vanilla moon has a Beyond Meat burger. Cafeteria’s new extended menu has a few vegetarian and vegan options and even Hans and Rene, a popular gelato spot, has vegan vanilla gelato, amongst others. But as adulthood is often […]
September 16, 2020
The importance of balanced diets cannot be overstated, neither can the role of fibre in our diet. Fibre, also known as roughages is a type of carbohydrate that the human body cannot digest, however, it has its benefits- lots of them. From regulating blood sugar to improving gastronomic health, to cleansing the body of carcinogenic agents, fibre’s role in keeping our bodies healthy is important. There are two forms, both of which are beneficial to our health. Soluble fibres, as the name implies, dissolves in water while insoluble fibres are not dissolvable and pass through the digestive system, somewhat intact. […]
September 10, 2020
Let’s start at the beginning: what is puff pastry? Puff pastry is a light, flaky crust or dough that is used a lot in baking. It entails layering dough with butter and then kneading over and over again, essentially forming layers of dough and butter – alternatives could be margarine or lard – which gives it its light texture. This layering, which causes the dough to rise in the oven, without yeast gives the delicacy its name. Puff pastry is used in creating delicacies like croissants and tarts. Like many concepts that have existed for centuries, the origin of puff […]
September 5, 2020
From Rice – an unconventional approach to fast, casual dining – Nigerian Rice Bowl, to Sugarcane Lagos that serves you breakfast all day, every day to meal kits that help you recreate your favourite recipes at home, Yanate Banigo’s catalogue of food businesses is a big wheel in the industry. We got a chance to sit down and have a chat with her about her passion for food, her experience running several food businesses in Lagos, and what the future plans are. Ed Note: We love to see people following their passion and doing the damn thing so quietly. Tell […]
September 4, 2020
food poisoning remedies It is almost inevitable that a person who’s adventurous about trying food in new places might get food poisoning. It’s an unpleasant feeling and not very nice to think about, but I believe in having the knowledge either way. Food poisoning usually occurs when a person has consumed contaminated food or water. The symptoms may range between stomach ache, diarrhoea and vomiting. If symptoms include dizziness, blood in diarrhoea or any other severe symptom, you should see a doctor immediately. Usually, there’s not much you can do to chew food poisoning, except stay hydrated and wait it […]