Scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris, thyme is a savoury herb widely used in some countries of the world to flavour meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes. In Nigeria, thyme is commonly used as a spice to enhance the natural flavor of meat and is often added to dishes like jollof or fried rice. It is also used…
Tom Tom sweets are popular cough drops and throat lozenges known for their soothing properties and refreshing flavors. It is an elliptical, black and white candy, with strong menthol flavour. The sweet has been around for decades now and has evolved into a sort of icon here in Nigeria. It is not uncommon for many…
In recent times, there have been serious concerns about people living in refineries. Oil-producing countries, like Nigeria, have one or more refineries in different parts of the country. Nigeria currently has four refineries, while a fifth one is in the final stages of completion. Many people live around these refineries and are unaware or ignorant…
Sachet water, or pure water as it is often called, is the most popular form of water available in Nigeria. It is cheap, it is very handy, and also readily available. Sachet water is sold both in the shops and on the road by hawkers. Because the production of sachet water is fairly easy to…
