This is Lagos, Nigeria! We’re going on a massive food tour and talking about Nigerian cuisine and culture, right here on Lagos Island. Today we’re going to try it all: mouthwatering turkey wings, ...

Thinly pounded flank steak is seasoned with a nutty ground peanut and paprika seasoning, skewered, and grilled until lightly ...

You’re reading the Food Scene newsletter, Helen Rosner’s guide to what, where, and how to eat. Sign up to receive it in your inbox. Some skepticism is warranted whenever a restaurant has a Times ...

Okpa, a local delicacy made from Bambara beans, is commonly wrapped in leaves. Obiora Ezeudu But most food prepared by vendors has to be consumed within a short time to avoid spoilage. Refrigeration ...

Regardless of your class or where you live in Nigeria, you'll agree that the street food scene is booming. There's no Nigerian food or snack you won't find on the streets. It's like a culture in ...

Depending on how well your stomach leads you, you'll find bold, spicy, and smoky options that will delight your taste buds. So, whether you're walking through the busy streets of Oshodi, Gwarimpa, or ...

Chicken suya ($20) is a featured grilled plate. “We do two types of rice — steamed rice and jollof rice, which is the most popular,” she adds. “The steamed rice is like a Nigerian stew with protein.

My friend Caroline, who is currently traveling throughout Nigeria, recently told me she learned to make akara in a cooking class in Lagos. Curious to try the common Nigerian street food, I searched ...

When Patience Ogunbanjo moved to Phoenix in 2016, she couldn’t find a single Nigerian restaurant in the city. She quickly realized there was “lack of diverse food options,” in her new community and ...

When looking to launch his new West African takeout concept, Voke Origbo didn't need to leave his own street. While working at a more formal Nigerian restaurant on Sawdust Road in Spring, Origbo ...

There's no Nigerian food or snack you won't find on the streets. It's like a culture in Nigeria, and everyone happily indulges. Beyond satisfying your cravings, it's also an exciting way to meet ...