Nigerian cow leg (Bokoto) pepper soup Who does not like the savoury and spicy taste of pepper soup? It is a huge staple and it also serves as an appetizer for Nigerian parties. It is made with cow leg cut into small pieces, ginger, scent leaves, ground fresh pepper, water and seasoning. See the recipe […]
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The natural hair movement swept into our country in the early 2000s in waves facilitated by the internet. This development is good, seeing as it is our identity, heritage and part of a healthier lifestyle choice. Now, more ladies are transitioning into their naturally kinky locks instead of opting for chemical relaxing. Many naturalistas, however,
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First of all the facts on yellow teeth as provided by MedicalNewsToday: *As the enamel on teeth wears, the yellowish dentin underneath starts to show through. *An easy way of reducing discoloration of the teeth is to brush them frequently. *As people age, their teeth will naturally become slightly discoloured. 11 ways to get rid of
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Nigerian Wara is traditionally made by adding a coagulant called bomubomu in the Yoruba language, to fresh boiling cow’s milk. The Coagulated milk protein and whey (the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained). This milk protein is, however, skimmed off from the whey and sold as Wara. Here are some facts you
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Cleaning your make up brushes should be a regular habit. Makeup brushes that are used for a while without cleaning can attract dust, bacteria, dirt and other unhygienic particles that are not are not face friendly especially zits. Fortunately, there are brush shampoos available in the market. However, they can be pricey sometimes but your
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Aloe vera is one of the most popular home remedies to help cure and prevent acne scars. Its powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties help to treat pimples, scars and skin damage. The plant is believed to have originated in Northern Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. The succulent plant stores water in its leaves, stems,
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Creating a smokey eye is one of the hardest beauty things to do. It takes a lot of practice and repetition to perfect, and it definitely helps to know what you are doing. Here are some tips to help you create a smokey eye. Use a natural hair brush to pick up an eyeshadow and
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If you have been to beauty stores lately, you’d notice that Activated Charcoal(AC) is the exclusive new ingredient in beauty products. This ingredient has generated a lot of buzz in and off social media. The myth is true: Charcoal is more than an end product. Charcoal use dates back to ancient times when it was
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“Efo riro” is a Yoruba word which simply means “Vegetable soup” and it’s enjoyed by many. This is because it’s really versatile and could be eaten with meals such as Rice, Yam and any type of Swallow. Nigerian Vegetable Soup “Efo riro” Recipe Prep time: 15mins Cook time: 1 hr 10 minutes Total time:
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The kitchen, a wondrous place full of delicious possibilities, can also be a dangerous one. Apparently, kitchens are full of hazards, visible and invisible, so it’s important to be conversant with the do’s and don’ts when it comes to proper kitchen etiquette. Without much ado, here are the simple things you should never do
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