My easy sweet tea margarita recipe puts a twist on a classic margarita on the rocks with the flavor of proper southern sweet tea! It's one of my favorite drinks to have in hand during blazing hot Texas summers. And you can make this fun cocktail in just five minutes and I've even included pitcher instructions because I just know you'll want to make it a party. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my piña colada margarita, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why You'll Love this Recipe Quick and Easy - You only need a few minutes and six simple ingredients to mix up this tea and tequila cock ..read more

A glass of sweet tea is one of the most refreshing things to drink on a hot summer day--which we get a lot of down here in Texas! Learn how to make my southern style hibiscus sweet tea with just a few ingredients for a fun and flavorful way to cool down whenever you want. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my tropical hibiscus lemonade, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why You'll Love this Recipe Quick and Easy - Making sweet hibiscus tea is a beginner friendly recipe because you don't need any fancy tools or techniques and only a few minutes of actual effort. The longest part is chillin ..read more

Indulge in creamy, tropical Nigerian tiger nut milk you can make at home in only three simple steps! Let me show you how to make kunu aya with tiger nut and just a few other easy ingredients you probably have at home already. This traditional West African recipe is full of flavor and health benefits, with several variations growing in popularity in western hemisphere. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my plantain ice cream, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is Kunu Aya? Kunu aya is a West African drink originating with the Hausa people of Nigeria and Ghana. Also called kunun aya or o ..read more

You can make a deliciously easy piña colada margarita at home in just five minutes! This guide includes instructions for both frozen or shaken cocktails so you can do whatever you like or even batch them for a crowd because these pineapple coconut margaritas are just perfect for parties. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my tequila soaked watermelon, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is a Piña Colada Margarita? The best of both worlds. In this drink, we incorporate the pineapple and coconut from a classic piña colada with the tequila and mixers from a margarita. Tequila takes the pl ..read more

This authentic Nigerian scotch eggs recipe will guide you through making scotch eggs at home--flavorful, savory, and simple with just a few ingredients! With my pro tips, you'll be enjoying this favorite West African snack food in no time. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my fried plantains, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] History of Scotch Egg in Nigeria Scotch eggs were introduced to West Africa, specifically, modern day Nigeria and Cameroon, during Britain's colonial occupation from 1884 to 1960. The African iteration of the dish is called either a scotch egg or an egg roll. And, of ..read more

If you've ever tasted a well-made Naija meat pie, you've probably wanted to have them available at any given time and now you can! Tender and juicy spiced beef filling wrapped in buttery pastry is one of my all-time favorite West African recipes. Follow this guide on how to make Nigerian meat pies perfectly at home with easy ingredients and from scratch. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my baked suya shrimp, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] History of Nigerian Meat Pie The meat pie in Nigeria is a product of British colonization (1884 - 1960). The British cornish pastry was introduced d ..read more

Homemade plantain puff puff are delectable treats that taste slightly sweet with a hint of warm spice--and you only need a few simple ingredients! Learn how to make Nigerian style drop donut for your new favorite dessert, appetizer or snack. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my Nigerian fried plantain, too! [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is puff puff? Puff puff is the Nigerian name for a fried doughnut type street food popular across West Africa. Each country has their own variation and different versions of puff puff actually exist in different regions of the continent beyond the west ..read more

Eba is an essential Nigerian swallow food commonly paired with soups and stews. Let me show you how to make eba with just two ingredients in under 10 minutes! And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my dodo/fried plantain, too. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is a swallow food? Swallow is a starchy, pliable accompaniment to West African soup and stew dishes like egusi soup and okro soup. Traditionally, swallow foods are used to scoop up the main dish and convey it into the mouth and swallowed without chewing. There are different types of swallows, including pounded yam, amala, and today's top ..read more

Spaghetti jollof infuses tender pasta with West African flavors from fragrant spices and aromatics. This post will guide you through how to make the best jollof spaghetti with simple ingredients and my expert tips for delicious results every single time! Wondering what is jollof spaghetti? It's a Nigerian fusion dish where spaghetti is cooked in the same ingredients we use to make jollof rice so you get sauce and pasta all in one with lots of flavor. Growing up, we just called it spaghetti or spaghetti with stew. And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my Nigerian jollof rice, too! [feast_a ..read more

This helpful guide will teach you how to make a smoothie sweeter using whole food ingredients so you can sip more delicious nutrition without feeding a refined sugar habit. Take it from a girl who has successfully kicked her sweet tooth to the curb--let's get into six easy ways to naturally sweeten a smoothie! [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why You'll Love Refined Sugar Free Smoothies Supports Balanced Blood Sugar - Making a smoothie that tastes great and supports your health goals is easy when you incorporate a combination of protein, fiber, and healthy fat. But sometimes we need a little sweetnes ..read more