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Rice Pudding

Rice Pudding

Rice Pudding drizzled with Sorrel and Date Syrup and Orange Slices On the last day of our vacation in August, we arrived Virginia very early in the morning very tired - after an exciting week in Florida- and very hungry too. Le hubs cousin -who had been longing to host us-  treated us to a … Continue reading Rice Pudding

Fried Rice (Nigerian Style)

Fried Rice (Nigerian Style)

As a teenager fried rice was one dish I held down with confidence. I had no doubts I would be cooking Fried rice for my SSCE food and nutrition practical as well as Efo riro, I knew the invigilators would be hooked. I didn't want a repeat of the near disaster that happened during my … Continue reading Fried Rice (Nigerian Style)

Jollof Rice (Nigerian Style)

Jollof Rice (Nigerian Style)

Last year the social media space was agog with the #jollofgate saga, thanks to the jollof rice recipe by Jamie Oliver, which many West Africans (esp Nigerians) thought was a sacrilege. I read the most hilarious comments about food ever. People take their food seriously I tell you. I sided with Jamie on the recipe … Continue reading Jollof Rice (Nigerian Style)

Yellow Rice

Yellow Rice

First time I had this rice was years ago at an aunt's (not biological but I call her aunt anyway) house. Her chef made it with smoked chicken, it was unforgettable. I quickly asked the chef for the ingredients but the only thing I remember thereafter was tumeric and ginger. I forgot all about that … Continue reading Yellow Rice