This light chocolate cake with mixed-nut frosting is the right type of treat to kick of the year with. Perfectly rich and delicious bake that can be portioned in bars for an easy to reach treat when needed. The cake itself is moist and delicate. Slattered with a creamy frosting made from a combination of […]
9 Recipes to spark up your Christmas menu
Over the years I have perfected several recipes that are perfect for Christmas and other festive occasions. If you are in search of some inspiration for dishes to serve this holiday. Look no further! Here is a round-up of nine delicious recipes to add to your Christmas menu. Including hot drinks and cocktails, desserts and […]
Classic Nigerian style fried rice
Similar to Jollof rice, fried rice is a staple in the Nigerian food culture. It is one of the popular options served as a main dish at events and during festive seasons. Amongst the variety of rice dishes, Nigeria has to offer Fried rice and Jollof rice are the acclaimed top 2. However, some people […]
Christmas Hamper Wishlist: Black-owned f&b brands, products and services
During the Christmas season, we as humans love giving and receiving gifts. It’s a tradition that is both timeless and borderless. One of my fondest memories growing up was gathering items to create customized Christmas hampers with my mum. A ready-made Christmas hamper is an easy option. However, nothing beats a well thought out collection […]
Nigerian puff-puff with a vibrant hibiscus syrup
Puff-puff is a delicious Nigerian dessert, snack and small chops. It is a favourite to many Nigerians, both those that live locally in the West-African nation and those in the diaspora. It is one of the simplest things to make, of which the basic traditional recipe calls for 4 ingredients: flour, sugar, yeast and water. […]
Oven grilled peri-peri turkey drumsticks – South African/Portuguese style
My first introduction to Peri-Peri was when I moved to London in my teens. My mates took me to the infamous Nandos restaurant during our lunch break. It was the first commercial place I tasted anything remotely close to my Nigerian palate. I had roasted corn, thick fries potatoes, green peas, fried rice and of […]