Do you show signs of being a Tiger mom and you probably don’t know? Tiger parenting is used to describe a parenting style that uses harsh tactics like fear and shame, but also one that prioritizes familial closeness. The term “tiger mom” was first coined by author and law professor Amy Chua in her book, “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mom.”...
Gari Fortor also known as Gari Foto or Gari Jollof is a delicacy that originates from Ghana. It can be served as a main dish mixed with vegetables or as an accompaniment for rice, beans, or Jollof. It is very simple and easy to make. This particular recipe is made with corned beef but you can use meat, fish, eggs,...
Oto Mboro (Unripe banana pottage ) is a delicacy native to the Efik and Ibibio tribes of Cross River and Akwa Ibom states of South-South Nigeria. It is made with grated or pureed unripe bananas and vegetables. Oto Mboro is great for nursing mothers and is an ideal healthy weaning meal for babies. They are made with bananas which are...
Valentine’s Day is dedicated to celebrating love, and you’ve probably heard everyone asking ‘who’ll be my Val?’ or ‘what will you get me?’. However, have you asked what you’ll get yourself? Self-love is extremely important, and if there is a day dedicated to love, then you should also think of loving and appreciating yourself. Here are 7 gift ideas for...
The importance of canteens and ‘bukas’ that serve those with limited disposable income in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized. Yet, these food vendors and caterers who help to meet the nutrition needs of busy urban communities every day, do not always get the support they need to build successful businesses. The business of food goes beyond just cooking. Nutrition, pricing, styling,...
A healthy body is like a temple for a healthy mind. Our food choices have a great impact on our brain and mental health in general. This is one of the reasons why nutritionists keep preaching that one should not skip breakfast. We live in a world where everyone misinterprets good health as a perfectly shaped body, and they are...
In recent times, Air fryers have become a must-have appliance in every home. This is because they are a healthier alternative to deep frying. The best air fryers cook food quickly and evenly and produce a crispy outer crust when using the air fry function. Air fryers come in various styles and sizes. In general, basket units are easy to...
Plantains are a carb-rich food and a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They also contain antioxidants that fight free radicals. Asides from this, they are also very versatile and can be used for different recipes e.g Dodo, Plantain Fufu etc. Food Vlogger, Zeelicious in this video shares how to make Fufu with plantain in 3 different ways Watch video...
More women are embracing the keto diet for healthy living. What is the keto diet? The ketogenic diet, widely known as the ‘keto diet,’ is a low-carb, high-fat diet with numerous health benefits. The keto diet, according to studies, lowers your risk for certain diseases and helps with weight loss. Going on a keto diet allows you to consume healthy...
Every woman dreads that time of the month. Yes, the time when you have your period and your body develops a mind of its own. Not everyone has terrible mood swings and period pain but for some women, this is not the case. How then can you stay happy and maintain a positive attitude during your period? Here are 5...