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  • Just tired of staying in the same place? Want to explore? We compile 5 of the best things we have heard about Calabar.

    1. Richness in Culture

    Calabar culture is one of the richest cultures in Nigeria, varying from food, to dances to festivals and carnivals. You should give the city a visit.

    2. The Land of Carnivals

    Unarguably, no city comes close to Calabar with regards to festivals. The Calabar carnival is a festival of sorts. Excuse the pun.

    3. Exquisite Cuisines And Flavours

    Tired of the same meal? Go to Calabar for the smoked fish peppersoup, over even the famous Edikang-Ikong soup.

    4. The Best Dances and Dancers

    Ever heard of the Ekombi dance? You need to go Calabar to find out.

    5. The Stunning Girls

    From the stories, you can a whole Bible about Calabar girls. But regardless, we love them. And if you love them too, visit them.

    For your next read, 7 of the best things we have heard about living in Jos.

  • We true foodies know we ought to travel more, and indeed one day we shall. Top on our list of places to try is Calabar- Cross Rivers State- and it really should be top of your list too! These are some of the foods Calabar people rave about (we have this on good authority, mind you).

    Of course, Edikang Ikong is first on the list

    No, it’s not efo riro, and yes, the preparation is very different.

    Apparently, it tastes better than efo riro

    Another must eat: Editan

    What can we say? Efiks loooove their veggies!

    Abak Atama

    It’s not exactly Banga soup, although the preparations are quite similar. Atama leaves are quite magical, we hear.

    Abak Nmong Nmong

    For this post, we’ve saved the best for last – Epang Nkukwo

    Some people pronounce this as “Epangkwokwo” as well.

    We must warn you, this cocoyam-based meal requires quite a bit of work

    But this champ pulled it off

    Watch the entire video here to see how it’s done

    For even more great cooking recipes from all over Nigeria, check out Delicious Naija, from Maggi Nigeria

    Make sure to look out for the ‘Delicious Naija’ show at these times on your TV: 7:30 pm, Friday on Arewa24,  7:30 pm, Saturday on Africa Magic (Family) , 5 pm, Sunday on NTA, OR just watch it online right now!