My Guide to Food – Exploring and Mapping intersections between Nigerian Cuisine and Foods of the World
I have much to learn about Nigerian cuisine, regional as it is and none is more special to me at the moment that the cuisine of Northern Nigeria. A cuisine that’s more than suya and kilishi, that has interesting stews, soups and drinks. The first time I heard/ read of Masa was on Afrolem’s blog. […]
Ramadan Kareem to all my muslim friends, today, the 18th of June which is the official start of the 2015 Ramadan season. I’m still learning, but already I love the celebratory nature of Iftar, the evening meal and a daily feast typically with multiple courses :). Special thanks to Hauwa of Casa Kuluwaz for sharing […]
Last year, I discovered date caramel/ toffee thanks to santifood co. It quickly became my everything – spoonfuls in tea, spread on bread, with yogurt and on and on. This discovery led me to make a spiced version that’s amazing – sweet, fragrant and full of flavour. Like chai tea? Look no further. Like sweet […]
I think it is a terrific idea to plan your meals during Ramadan – not only does it help with stocking your pantry, it ensures you have healthy, nourishing meals planned. If I hadn’t spoken with Hauwa of Casa Kuluwaz though, I wouldn’t have understood the need to plan. Of the two ‘meals’,Iftar is much ‘celebrated’. […]