Soaring between the clouds, problems look smaller There’s something surreal about being suspended in the air —thousands of feet above the earth, watching the clouds float by like cotton dreams. In that quiet space between departure and arrival, time seems to pause, and the soul begins to whisper. The stress of planning and getting ready … Continue reading Part 1: What Being in the Air Taught Me About Life on the Ground … ✈️ Lessons from the Sky: Reflections at 30,000 Feet
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Part 2: The Quiet Grief of an Unlived Life
Downloadable version of post Because sometimes, what hurts most is not what we lost — but what we never allowed ourselves to live. It’s not always the loud tragedies that break us.Sometimes, it’s the slow ache.The quiet realization that life — the one you were supposed to have — didn’t quite happen. You smile. You … Continue reading Part 2: The Quiet Grief of an Unlived Life
Investing in Precious Metals
Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Copper Bars Investing in (precious metals) gold, silver, and platinum can be a solid strategy for diversification, wealth preservation, and hedging against inflation. These precious metals are tangible assets with intrinsic value, and they tend to perform well during economic downturns or times of high inflation. Here’s a breakdown of each … Continue reading Investing in Precious Metals
Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Ways to spring-clean your relationship As winter fades and spring emerges, there’s a collective urge to declutter, refresh, and start anew. Just as we deep-clean our homes and clear out the dust of the past season, our relationships also deserve a reset. Today, March 20, is the arrival of spring and marks not only a … Continue reading Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Relocating from a Higher Cost of Living Area to a Lower One: California vs. Texas or Ohio
I visited Texas (Austin and Houston) this past weekend. It’s not my first time in Texas or these cities. But the first time that I actually paid some attention! The food was different (southern) and portions were big. I chose not to visit any food franchise available in California. Speeding is highly frowned upon with … Continue reading Relocating from a Higher Cost of Living Area to a Lower One: California vs. Texas or Ohio
Part II:Delicacies of Cultural Diversities – The Birds Kind
There are more unique delicacies from around the world that reflect the incredible diversity of cultural cuisines. Let’s dive deeper into delicacies, of the birds kind, that stretch the boundaries of culinary creativity, enjoyed in various countries and cultures that might seem repugnant or unusual to others: Ortolan Bunting – FranceThe Ortolan Bunting is a … Continue reading Part II:Delicacies of Cultural Diversities – The Birds Kind
Cooking with Unmis: How do you like your Rice?
Fried Rice Jolof Rice Curry Rice Steamed Rice There’s also Coconut Rice though, in picture, you won’t be able to differentiate it from plain steamed rice. Types of Rice Converted. Parboiled. Jasmine. Basmati. Whole (Brown). Long Grain. Medium Grain. Short Grain. Wild Rice. Japanese Sushi Rice. Calrose Rice. Nigerian Ofada Rice. Know any other types … Continue reading Cooking with Unmis: How do you like your Rice?
Akara (Fried Bean Patties)
Akara on bread slices frying Akara Akara, like other foods, can be simply or richly prepared. The simple and plain is to merely add salt (or Maggi) to the ground beans. While you can add as much optional ingredients as you like to make it rich. However adding too much ingredients could impact the Akara … Continue reading Akara (Fried Bean Patties)
Cooking with Unmis: Fried Yellow Plantains
The Yellow Plantain, from the family of bananas, can be fried or boiled. Some like the plantain really ripe and soft; others like it just right and fresh. Some also like it fried till it’s deep brown in color, while others prefer that it maintains its yellow color. Fried Yellow Plantain can be eaten alone … Continue reading Cooking with Unmis: Fried Yellow Plantains
An Outdoor Aquarium
I couldn’t help taking a photo of this outdoor aquarium that I saw while on my walk the other day. The walk was around a more residential neighborhood and a change from my usual route. I got to a path that I had to wait on the side, in adhering to the safe distancing, to … Continue reading An Outdoor Aquarium
Boiled Yam
Yam is an edible tuber which can be cooked in a variety of ways. “This substance ranges in color from white or yellow to purple or pink in mature yams.” I haven’t seen the purple or pink yams yet. Credits: UnmisBottom left-cooked yellow yam; bottom right-cooked white yam with corned beef stew.
How do you like your Beans? 😍
Credits: Unmis The above pictures show cooked Beans in its whole form, cooked with corn, mashed, ground and steamed, and ground and fried. . . . Beans come in a variety of types. It has been stated that, globally, there are 40,000 types of beans. The most common ones in the U.S. include: Red (Kidney) … Continue reading How do you like your Beans? 😍
Cooking with Unmis: Stewing Chicken Stew
Credits: Unmis Chicken Stew is ready. Eat over Steamed or Jollof Rice and/or add over Egusi or Ewedu when eating the Solids (such as Fufu, Eba, Farina, Amala, etc.)
Cooking with Unmis: Assorted Meat Stew
Credits: Unmis Your Assorted Meat Stew is best eaten over rice and/or add over Egusi or Ewedu when eating the Solids (such as Fufu, Eba, Farina, Amala, etc.)
Cooking with Unmis: Fish (Tilapia) Stew
Credits: Unmis Ingredients: My SauceTilapia (Steak-cut)Oil (your choice)OnionSaltMaggi Shrimp CubesSpices Cooking Instructions: Clean fish, season (salt, thyme, & curry), and set aside.Pour 1-1/2 My Sauce in a potSlice a 1/4-1/8 onionAdd spices (curry, thyme, white pepper, & paprika) as desiredAdd a cup of oilCover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the raw smell of … Continue reading Cooking with Unmis: Fish (Tilapia) Stew
Cooking with Unmis: Ewedu (aka Jute Leaves)
Credits: Unmis Corchorus is the genus for Jute leaves, known as Ewedu by Yorubas (one of the main Nigerian tribes). Corchorus has about 40-100 species “with jute applying to the fiber produced from the plant, and jute mallow leaves for the leaves used as a vegetable.” Credits: Left, Vorpur.con Jute leaves is common amongst Asians … Continue reading Cooking with Unmis: Ewedu (aka Jute Leaves)
Recipe: Gumbo
Ingredients Crab (King or Snow) 2.5 lbsFresh Shrimp (1.5 lbs)Lobster 1.5 lbs (optional)Andouille sausages (1 pack)Gumbo base (1 packet)Chicken broth (Optional)Maggi Prawns Cubes Cooking Instructions: If adding Lobster: Add lobster into saucepan, add water, teaspoon of salt and bring to boil. Once boiled, remove from hot water and set aside to cool downOnce cooled down, … Continue reading Recipe: Gumbo
Aata Din-din (Fried Sauce)
Credits: UNMIS As the name implies, this sauce is fried with little or no water added. Any water added is allowed to dry out while cooking to maintain its potency. Ingredients My Sauce Oil (your choice of palm, olive, vegetable, corn, etc.)Maggi (or any bouillon) cubeTomato PasteOnionSalt Cooking Instructions Pour My Sauce into a small … Continue reading Aata Din-din (Fried Sauce)
Recipe: Egusi Stew
Courtesy of (C) UNMIS I’ve been cooking people but haven’t posted any recipe lately! Today I’m sharing a few 😍 Enjoy! . . . Egusi Stew on Tik Tok! There has been a rave, on Tik Tok, of folks eating and/or trying Egusi Stew for the first time; thus popularizing the West African/Nigerian, delicacy. These … Continue reading Recipe: Egusi Stew
Recipe: Sautéed Spinach with Shrimp
Ingredients: • Spinach (2 bunches)• Shrimp (1 lb of large or jumbo size; deveined)• Oil (your choice of Olive, Corn, Vegetable)• Onion (1 medium)• Salt• Dried ground shrimp (optional)• Maggi Shrimp Cubes (2 cubes; optional)• Italian Seasonings Instructions: Cut the spinach into big chunks Place in a bowlRinse out a couple of times or more … Continue reading Recipe: Sautéed Spinach with Shrimp
Recipe: Efo Riro (Sauced Spinach)
Courtesy of Think-Talk Ingredients: Red Spinach. Credits: Greg Buchold on Pinterest 1 bunch Red Spinach (Can substitute with 2 bunches of Green Spinach)My SauceOil (prefer Palm, but can use any)Tomato PasteOnionSalt Optional Ingredients: Ground CrayfishFresh ShrimpTripe (Boiled and cubed)Dried Fish or Stock FishBeef Stock (Knorr or Maggi)Italian Seasoning Cooking Instructions: Get the Red Spinach off … Continue reading Recipe: Efo Riro (Sauced Spinach)
Recipe: Yam Porridge. (Authentic name: Asaro or Ebe)
Asaro with Halbut Fish. Credits: Think Talk Yam Porridge for your enjoyment. Can be eaten anytime of day. According to Cheri Bantilan, Yams have 11 health and nutritional benefits. Click here to find out what they are.
Recipe: Simple Breakfast: Egg, with Avocado, Sandwich
(Inspired by The Gastronomy Gal) Egg Avocado Sandwich with Turmeric Tea by Think-Talk “Mom, you should start eating avocado because of its anti-inflammatory benefits,” my older daughter recently said to me. She made the recommendation because my scalp and skin suddenly started flaring due to extreme dryness. She also recommended other anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric … Continue reading Recipe: Simple Breakfast: Egg, with Avocado, Sandwich
Egg Salad Sandwich ~ by The Gastronomy Gal
A simple and classic sandwich that is perfect for an at-home lunch or outdoor picnic. Today I am keeping things simple by sharing a recent lunch I …Egg Salad Sandwich
Recipe: Breakfast: Avocado Omelette
This is a quick and simple egg breakfast which is Protein and Vitamin D nourishing for your soul. Click here https://bit.ly/3enqsh2, https://bit.ly/3iUWaGa for more nutritional information for avocado and eggs. Ingredients: Picture Credits: Pexels 3 Eggs1/2 Avocado1/6 Onions (Optional)1/4 Tomato (Optional)Butter Oil - your choice (Optional)Salt The above ingredient serves 1 person. Other items, such … Continue reading Recipe: Breakfast: Avocado Omelette
Curry Chicken
Curry is an Indian favorite that has now become one of my family’s as well. We love curry; Curry chicken, curry beef, curry spinach, and curry rice (with or without shrimp). We also add curry to spice up our sauces and other foods.
Sauced Beans with Corn
Totally nutritious (protein-rich, iron, Vitamin A, C, and fiber) vegan dish that can be enjoyed anytime of day a la carte or paired with rice, fried plantain, or bread.
Recipe: Green Fish
Ingredients Whole Tilipia fish (any fish can also be used), Best if fish is sliced in two.Red onions (medium size)Herbs (Parsley, Basil, Thyme)Ginger (optional)Green Bell Pepper (medium size)Olive oilSalt Cooking instructions Blend the herbs, green bell pepper and half the onion, with or without the ginger. Note: do not add water to blend; add olive … Continue reading Recipe: Green Fish
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