Food
5 Aug 2016
Smoothie is that creamy concoction that blends multiple flavours into one complex taste! Consistency is an issue many battle with in making a hearty Smoothie. You might not enjoy the taste of your smoothies until you’ve learnt ways to make it creamier and flavourful. Not so thick that you need to eat it with a…
1 Aug 2016
I'm guessing everyone likes the sweet and sour sauce but not everyone knows how to make some. Today, we'd be going through the recipe and easy steps to make yourself some sweet and sauce without a.Sweet and sour sauce is actually really easy to make and needs just about the ingredients you have in your…
31 Jul 2016
This spicy and flavourful broth is best served with rice. It's a nice combo for when you want to give yourself a treat - especially if you are a catfish lover. Your family will definitely love this treat as it is different from the regular household dishes. Ingredients: 1/4 cup cooking oil 1 large…
30 Jul 2016
Don’t we all go nuts for peanuts, almonds and walnuts? Anyways for the good reasons I guess. Not only do they taste good, they’re healthy for us. They have heart-healthy fats, high dose of fibre, and can help tide us over between meals. Once those nuts are turned into a creamy spread, it’s easy to…
25 Jul 2016
It's important to eat every 3 hours to keep your metabolism up. This high-fibre, family-friendly recipe ‘Apple and Peanut Butter’ is a yummy addition to snack time for a busy day at work or a breakfast idea, if you so choose. So put down those potato chips, and try something new and healthy ‘cos those…
25 Jul 2016
When you go to a bar and order a cocktail, you're either very happy with it, or feel a little bit of disappointment tugging at your heartstrings. For me, this happens for a number of reasons. Sometimes, i feel like these are really easy cocktails and there's no reason why a bartender hired at a…
23 Jul 2016
It takes about 10 minutes to make this meal and without much effort. You’ll need 5 minutes to peel and chop some of the ingredients, but you can also prepare the vegetables the night before, such that when it's time to prepare meal, you can just add everything in a wok and have your meal…
17 Jul 2016
You can grill corn with the husks on or take about 2-3 layers of the husk off to give way for easy access to the heat. Take caution in doing this so you don’t take most of the husks off leaving the kernels to close to the severity of fire. Things Needed 6 ears fresh…
16 Jul 2016
For this recipe, you will need grilled corn. To grill corn, you simply place the entire cob (husk and all) over the open flame and allow it to cook for about 15-20 minutes. When it's done, remove the husk, cut off the kernels and make this salad. This recipe is also a great way to use…
11 Jul 2016
This is an ideal recipe for the week as it can serve you for as many days as you wouldn't be able to get back in the kitchen. Ingredients Meatballs 2 pounds ground beef 2 eggs 22 saltine crackers, crushed ⅓ cup dry minced onion ½ cup milk 1 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoons garlic…
9 Jul 2016
This Asian lettuce chicken wraps recipe, will so haunt you at first bite until you have them made over and over again. It is delicious and a quick fix meal. Don’t hesitate to make a birthday meal request on this one; your friends will be glad to delight you while trying it out. Looking out…
3 Jul 2016
“Store” or “shop” bought scotch eggs are no match for these meaty and tasty homemade scotch eggs that are sure to please! Serves 6 Ingredients 6 medium eggs 1 ½ cups All Purpose Flour ¼ teaspoon Salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme 400 grams Beef Sausage Meat 2 eggs, beaten…
Guardian Life
2 hours ago
The immune system serves as the body's defence against invaders that may not necessarily be disease-causing substances, such as pollen, grain, sunburn, and grass. But the body effectively perceives them as foreign and inappropriate, leading to the regular alert response by the fighter molecules, more often known as the white blood cells (leucocytes). The immune…
5 hours ago
Everyone wants glowing skin and strives for ways to get it. There is no perfect skin. But glowing skin is healthy skin, and healthy skin has an even complexion and fewer blemishes. A certified dermatologist, Dr Mona Gohara, notes that healthy skin “translates into a well-hydrated, super moisturized complexion with just the right touch of…
6 hours ago
As expected, the week was filled with a lot of activities ranging from social to politics and not forgetting those that affect emotions. Well, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has finally confirmed that the old naira notes will once again be in use, and Nigerians now have their governors, the new ones especially. Guardian…
7 hours ago
How does life feel when you have crafted some of the most popular songs in the world and somehow have to level up for your next release since the world is constantly in motion? This question seems a perfect one for Africa's Pop Prince, Joeboy. But the thing is, he’s already answered it with his…
1 day ago
I draw, I play games; I sometimes just go out, maybe on the beach, somewhere just calm. I’m an experienced person rather than a material person. There is no wrong being materialistic. Some people will rather buy stuff, that’s their own way of distressing. My own way is experiencing something. With your new EP, it felt like there was a shift from your debut.
Music
1 day ago
Highly talented Nigerian singer, Samuel Osemudiame Odeh, popularly known as CityBaze, has begun 2023 with a brand new single, 'Be Myne', released on the stable of Empire Music. The 30-year-old CityBaze is undoubtedly one of the most talented Nigerian singers. The Nigerian-Italian singer, songwriter, rapper and record producer had vowed to make 2023 an unforgettable…
2 days ago
As the sonic footprint for afropop continues to reach across the world, the pulse of popular music from west Africa is re-awakening connective tissues that exist between emigrants and their home countries while opening new lanes of expression in a number of artists. Ukraine-based Nigerian singer, Lagracemusic, is at the of this uniquely 21st-century exchange…
2 days ago
Jimin of BTS has finally released his eagerly awaited solo debut. "Like Crazy," which is a synth-pop song that features Jimin's emotive voice through potent synth and drum sounds, was written by Jimin and fellow BTS member RM. The song expresses how it feels to ignore reality and flee from it in order to forget…
3 days ago
Doja Cat took to Twitter to share the news of her cosmetic procedures, particularly breast reduction and liposuction. Doja had already mentioned that she was going under the knife sometime in November 2022. The ‘Juicy’ singer shared that she’s currently “healing” from the surgical procedures to her Instagram. The singer and producer whose full name…
21 Mar
The Chemistry between K-pop artistes and their fans leaves both non-kpop stans and even K-pop stans awed. While the concept of "fandom" is not explicit to K-pop idols, it is undeniable that K-pop has advanced the art of fandoms. Through Album sales, song streams and music video views, Photocards and merch, publicity and promotion, K-pop…
Film
4 days ago
Actor Bruce Willis steps away from acting ever since he was diagnosed with dementia, (frontotemporal dementia, according to his family announcement.) a kind of dementia that causes difficulty in speaking. The actor himself understands what disease he's battling, which seems to have no cure at the moment. Hence the need to seek proper attention and…
15 Mar
From films to Music, the recent news release by BBC which described the growth of the Korean Wave as "Endless" cannot be any more accurate. While you may be new to the term "Korean Wave", like many others, you must have noticed the increase in visibility and accessibility of Korean Entertainment. That is a part…
13 Mar
After being crowned the best actor in a leading role at the Oscars, he (Brendan Fraser) is currently the happiest man on earth right now. You would disagree with me less. Battered and abused by the industry and blacklisted after being sexually assaulted, Brendan Fraser finally laid his hands on the biggest of them all.…
11 Mar
Every year, the world celebrates women - their achievements, gifts, and unique talents on International Women’s Day. Despite shifting cultures and more women taking on new roles, jobs, and challenges, it’s still essential to spotlight women...
7 Mar
Creed III, the latest release of the ‘Rocky’ spin-off franchise has exceeded box-office expectations and has garnered an impressive $58.7 million upon its official release in North America alone and $41.8 internationally, scoring a whopping $100.5 million in total for now. Setting a record while also surpassing two-time record breaker Marvel’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp:…