Category: Foodstuffs
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5 essential food groups for healthy Nigerian families
I stumbled on a post recently on Twitter. The tweep was lamenting about the mental and physical hurdles of cooking, and I can totally relate to it. Cooking starts with brainstorming (or what you may call shopping lists) the foodstuffs you need. Without a shopping list, your market trip and, by extension, cooking will be…
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Is there a fake Titus fish?
As a child, I dreaded shopping with my mum at local markets. The scorching sun, long walks, and unending negotiations with sellers didn’t sit well with me. During one of those walks, I overheard my mum ask the fish vendor, “Is this the original or fake Titus fish?” Are you shocked to learn that fish…
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What are the best foods for breakfast in Nigeria?
“Never miss breakfast!” Those were the words my mom drummed in my ear as a child. But as an adult, I always struggle to know the best food to break my fast every morning. Interestingly, I’m not alone—many people, especially young adults, skip breakfast more than lunch and dinner. Does it matter if you miss…
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The best 5 seafood restaurants in Lagos
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More than half of Lagos is covered in water, so craving seafood checks out. But where can you find the seafood you want? Look no farther because we’ve made a list of the best 5 seafood restaurants to appease your cravings. The 5 best seafood spots in Lagos 1. Ocean Basket Location: 35 Akin Adesola…
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Grocery shopping: How to shop with little money in Nigeria
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Have you done grocery shopping recently? How did you feel? I can wager that you were shocked (or annoyed) at the rising price of food items. That feeling is understandable. Here’s why: food items constitute the majority of household price surges in the May 2023 inflation report. Despite the never-ending price hike, you don’t need…
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May 2023 Food News: From Cooking Marathons to Livestock Innovations
Welcome to our May food news, where we bring you the juiciest news stories and exciting updates that’ll leave you craving for more. In this edition, we have an exciting lineup of news stories that highlight the diverse aspects of Nigeria’s culinary landscape. We’ll explore innovative approaches in the livestock sector, the challenges onion processors…
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The 5 best online meat stores in Lagos
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Whether it’s Nkwobi—the Igbo delicacy made from spicy cow foot—or grilled meat, fondly called “suya,” Nigerians don’t joke with meat. This is why we curated the best online meat stores in Lagos. Top 5 online meat stores in Lagos 1. Pricepally Pricepally is the home of fresh food items. But that’s not all they offer.…
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The top 10 most popular spices in Nigeria
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Spices and seasonings are the open secrets that transform food into nutritious, can’t-have-enough delicacies. No wonder they’re a staple in Nigerian meals. In this article, we’ll highlight the popular spices Nigerians can’t do without. Are spices different from seasonings? You’re not alone if you confuse seasonings for spices. Although both give Nigerian meals unique tastes…
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Are cereals safe for babies?
As a new parent, you already know this: breast milk is critical to your baby’s development, which is why the Federal Health Ministry of Nigeria recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. But exclusive breastfeeding is a tough spot for new mothers, who are likely to suffer from sore nipples, breast engorgement,…
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4 Nigerian soups you can prepare with 5k
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When I’m not writing for Pricepally, I burn time on Twitter, where there’s endless chatter about everything. This time, the gist that got me hooked was #5,000 is insufficient to prepare a “rich” Nigerian soup with “plenty obstructions,” like meat, fish, and seafood. The source of the 5k cooking gist on Twitter Many Twitter commenters…