Tasting Yoruba Flavors in Nigeria!

Full Episode description

Hop back on the Culture Train and join us for another exciting journey to Lagos, Nigeria! This time, our friend Mr. Taofeek, Co-Founder of Visit Nigeria Now, takes us to one of his favorite spots—House of Pounded Yam—for a delicious dive into traditional Yoruba cuisine.

In this episode, you’ll:

• Learn what eeyon (pounded yam) is and how it’s enjoyed with flavorful soups and stews.

• Taste (through your imagination!) three beloved Yoruba dishes:

  • Ogbono Soup – nutty, earthy, and stretchy, made from bush mango seeds.

  • Efo Riro – a rich spinach stew with a spicy kick, palm oil, and tasty proteins like prawns or snails.

  • Fisherman’s Soup – a seafood lover’s dream, filled with prawns, crabs, okra, and smoky spices.

• Discover the story behind jollof rice and why Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal all claim to make the tastiest version.

• Hear about cultural dining traditions, from eating with your hands to sharing food as a way of building community.

Along the way, we explore how food connects people to their heritage, sparks curiosity about the world, and turns every meal into a shared story.

Fun Fact: The Yoruba people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, with rich traditions, their own language, and a vibrant food culture that’s loved around the world.

Special thanks to Mr. Taofeek and the communities of Nigeria for welcoming us so warmly and sharing these incredible flavors and traditions.

Listen now to taste the culture, hear the laughter, and take your first bite of Lagos’ rich food heritage—without even leaving your seat!
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