Skirt Steak and Chimichurri Sauce

My brother-in-law came to visit with us for a few days and on his first night, I decided to make something special before introducing him to the “naijaness” of Loms Kitchen. I wanted something with fresh herbs but a bit spicy because it just has …

Ode to Plantains (Dodo) – Grilled Plaintain boats stuffed with rice, collard greens and peppered snails

Growing up, I didn’t like plantains. I know, I know, who doesn’t like plantains, right? Ugh! Well, when I met my dear husband, my feelings towards plantains changed. See, I married a plantain lover and you know what they say about becoming one? Yea, that. …

LomsKitchen Spin on Garlic Roasted Broccoli

My mama (Pastor Nike) tagged me in a post about 2 weeks ago. When I looked at it, it was a picture (with recipe) of very delicious looking bowl of roasted broccoli and I put it on my “to try” list. Here’s how I made mine: …

Build A Plate: Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs topped with Roasted Red Grapes

Last week, we decided to finally make the run to Goodwill to donate some clothes.  As we approached the complex where Goodwill is located, I quickly noticed a MOM’s Organic Market and decided to pop in to pick up some chicken thighs.  At the time …

Fresh Turkey Stew

We traveled to Puerto Rico to celebrate with an awesome couple over the weekend and I must say, we had an ah!mazing time. The wedding was nothing short of classy – from the ceremony to cocktail hour and reception – the turn up was definitely …

In Good Company

I love that the people around me appreciate good food as much as I do. We had a few friends over for Gbegiri and ewedu and we were so pleased that they enjoyed the meal. My partner in the kitchen – hubby and bae of …

Grilled Black Sea Bass with Carrot Puree, Mango Salsa and Grilled Asparagus

I am battling a really bad cold but I was pressed to have grilled fish. I didn’t want the usual suspect, Tilapia so I decided to try my hands on sea bass. I couldn’t decide on how to plate the dish so I made two different plates …

Ayamase for the New Month

Happy New Month! I can’t believe it’s September already! Last week, I decided to make this special sauce very popular in the Western part of Nigeria – Ayamase. Ayamase is also known as ofada sauce but some people argue that there’s a difference. Well, different …

Efo Elegusi for Anniversary Lunch

Yesterday was our 1st year wedding anniversary!! Woohoo!! We went away for the weekend and ate out the entire time. To celebrate our anniversary, I was going to cook something very fancy but I decided to present my husband with the options – Egusi or fancy “medemede” – well, the post …

When Gbegiri meets Ewedu

When I went to Nigeria last year, I think I must have gone to every Amala joint in Lagos, thanks to my husband! Tayo loves Amala with gbegiri and ewedu but me, not so much. I ate the combo maybe once or twice but I …