By Joy Essien If there is one thing Festac Town does not lack, it is somewhere to eat. From familiar Nigerian favourites and sizzling grills to pizza, burgers, casual bites and laid-back neighbourhood hangouts, the area offers a culinary mix as varied as the people who call it home. Whether you are looking for a Read More…
By Joy Essien Lagos is a city that rarely slows down, and neither do the people who live and work in it. But amid the traffic, deadlines and endless hustle, more Lagosians are paying closer attention to what ends up on their plates. That shift is giving rise to a steadily expanding healthy-eating scene, from Read More…
By Joy Essien Lagos may be famous for its traffic, nightlife and ever-evolving food scene, but there is another side to the city that deserves attention: its sweet tooth. From artisanal gelato flavoured with familiar Nigerian fruits to indulgent waffles, rolled ice cream and elegant French-style patisserie, Lagos offers plenty of ways to end a Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan The City After Hours Lagos is often described as the city that never sleeps, but that cliché barely captures the reality. This is a metropolis where ambition begins before dawn, where deals are negotiated in traffic, and where professionals navigate some of the most demanding work environments on Read More…
By Joy Essien Apapa is often reduced to its cranes, cargo, and congestion—but behind the industrial façade lies a surprisingly refined dining circuit shaped by the rhythms of commerce and conversation. Here, deals are sealed over bowls of steaming soup, partnerships are sparked across quiet tables, and long workdays soften into relaxed evening meals. For Read More…
The aroma of authentic Jollof and native soups is returning to the streets of Lagos and Abuja, but this isn’t just another corporate relaunch. The reopening of Mama Cass marks a deeply emotional milestone for the family of its legendary founder, Mrs. Charis Grace Onabowale, who passed away in October 2024. Following her passing, the Read More…
