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This is a Nigerian twist on a traditional Ivorian recipe that has, surprisingly become the national dish of Côte d’Ivoire… or at least the national street food. Attieke de Poisson (Attieke with fried fish) is really Côte d’Ivoire’s true national dish. But, when Nigerians arrived in Côte d’Ivorie during the 1960s (after independence) they substituted […]
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This is a classic Ivorian light salad that can be served as a quick lunch with bread or can be used as a side salad for a large meal. Ingredients:1 large avocado2 ripe heirloom tomatoes100g peeped prawns (shrimp)2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp lemon juicesalt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste Method:Whisk together the olive oil
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Gnamakoudji or gnamakou is a ginger drink consumed in several West African countries, particularly in Côte d’Ivoire. It is given aphrodisiac powers but above all it is an invigorating drink that has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and digestive properties. Sometimes it is prepared with chilli, but I don’t like it too much so I didn’t add
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This classic Ghanaian recipe is of mixed yam, cocoyam and plantains served with a stew of smoked fish and turkey berries. Known as kwahu nsusua in Ghana, turkey berries are the fruit of Solanum torvum. Turkey berry is native from Florida and southern Alabama through the West Indies and from Mexico through Central America and
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The Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, attended a thanksgiving service held at the Nigerian Correctional Center, Onitsha, in Anambra State on Sunday. The former Anambra governor revealed this in photos shared on his X handle on Sunday. He wrote, “I was happy to join our brothers and sisters at the Nigerian Correctional Center, Onitsha,
Obi Attends Thanksgiving Service At Anambra Prison, Counsels Inmates Read More »
He wrote: “It is not enough for some Catholic Bishops to rebel against the unscriptural pronouncement of Pope Francis that the Catholic Church should bless same s3x marriage, time has come for the Bishops to demand that the Pope should step down. This is the only way to prevent the inevitable implosion of the church
Popular media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, better known as Daddy Freeze, has stated the reason he could not believe actor Emeka Ike’s estranged wife, Suzanne Emma’s account of their failed marriage. Emma, in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, alleged that Ike had subjected her to abuse throughout their 17-year marriage. Emeka Ike also said
I almost believed Emeka Ike’s wife until I remembered my experience – Daddy Freeze. Read More »
Adebola Adeyemo, former Personal Assistant to veteran actor, Emeka Ike, has shed light on the frosty relationship between Ike and his ex-wife, Suzanne Emma, alleging that she was the first to hit the actor. Adeyemo spoke during a live interview with media personality, Daddy Freeze, on Sunday. “Before, I didn’t want to say anything because
Emeka Ike’s Ex-Wife Started Fight, Slapped Him Twice – Former Personal Assistant. Read More »
Do this spiritual exercises Get 4 cubes of sugar,and come outside your compound where your feet touch sand ‘ decree your wish and put it in your morning bathing water and bath, it only for positive vibes and it attracts positive people around
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Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, have received chieftaincy titles in Anambra State. The traditional titles were conferred on Shettima and Ganduje during the 32nd Ofala festival of Ukpo Dumukofia on Saturday. Photos from the ceremony were shared on the X page of the APC on
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A 70-year-old grandma, Selifat Funke Cole, and her son, Babajide Ayorinde Cole, have been arrested for drug trafficking. The duo were arrested in Lagos by officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Thursday, December 21. This was disclosed in a Sunday statement by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi, saying
70-Year-Old Granny, Son Arrested In Lagos For Drug Trafficking. Read More »
A Nollywood actress, Uche Ebere, has slammed Suzanne Emma, the ex-wife of her colleague, Emeka Ike, for allowing their son, Micheal Ike, to interfere in their marriage fight. “You’re really a b@d mother for bringing your son out for interviewing to prove what exactly, hmmm, see how you all are washing your d!rty clothes in
These soft and squidgy American-style cookies are a great way of using up your leftover Christmas mincemeat. They make a great way, with a drink, to introduce your guests to your New Year’s Eve party. Prep time: 30 minutes/Cook time: 15 minutes/Makes: 15 (+90 minutes chilling) Ingredients:125g salted butter100g golden caster sugar100g light brown soft
Cheese straws seem to be a must-have for any party, particularly if it’s a buffet type. They’re also great nibbles with drinks. So why not prepare these for your New Year’s Eve party? Prep time: 25 minutes/Cook time: 20 minutes/Makes: 20 Ingredients:500g all-butter puff pastryplain flour, for dusting1 egg, beaten1 tsp onion flakes1 tbsp sesame
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Another vegetarian dish to add to your New Year’s Eve party offerings. The contrast of onion and cheese works really well and this will be a hit with all your guests. Prep time: 15 minutes/Cook time: 105 minutes/Serves: 6 Ingredients:6 medium red onions, halved2 tbsp olive oil85g salted butter, cut into cubes10g oregano sprigs3 garlic
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If you like shellfish and want to include a shellfish dish as part of your New Year Spread then this could be the dish for you. Relatively inexpensive and easy to prepare this still packs in the flavour. Prep time: 15 minutes/Cook time: 20 minutes/Makes: 36 Ingredients:115g (3/4 cup) panko breadcrumbs4 tbsp olive oil, divided4
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This is great for a New Year’s Eve party: smoked salmon and salmon poached in white wine with peppercorn and shallots served with toast triangles so your guests can serve themselves. Prep time: 20 minutes/Cook time: 15 minutes/Serves: 8 Ingredients:500ml (2 cups) dry white wine1 shallot, finely chopped4 black peppercorns500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless, salmon
Eating 12 grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve is supposed to bring luck. Here green grapes are turned into a sweet and sour snack. For this you need the powdered jelly mix like you get in South Africa or the USA. Prep time: 5 minutes/Cook time: 5 minutes/Serves: 10 Ingredients:675g (1 1/2 lb) green
A cheaper, but equally tasty alternative to angels on horseback, these garlic-flavoured bacon-wrapped scallops are a hit as party food and are great as a New Year’s Eve snack. Prep time: 10 minutes/Cook time: 40 minutes/Makes: 14 Ingredients:14 scallop meatssea saltFreshly-ground black pepper7 rashers streaky bacon, halved2 tbsp unsalted butter1 garlic clove, smashed1 tbsp fresh
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Tamales are classic Mexican party food. Not only are they delicious, but they can be made up to three days in advance, refrigerated and then re-heated to serve. Prep time: 60 minutes/Cook time: 75 minutes/Makes: 25 Ingredients:350g (3 1/2 cups) dried masa harina (preferably the type for tamales)1 tbsp sea salt550ml (2 1/4 cups) hot
