GTBank Food and Drink 2018 Issue 1 | Page 32

Street Food Snacking like a Nigerian With an easily accessible food culture, where one can always find a plethora of snack options littered across the streets and markets, it’s impossible to go hungry in Nigeria, the land of opportunities. Here, you’ll find local staples to satisfy everyone; from the pickiest of vegetarians to the foodies who tuck in everything. But besides just having savory treats which make for great stand-alone items to nibble on, Nigerians are known for their unique light-meal combos. Forget meat pies & donuts, when you’re in Nigeria, snacking is about grabbing some grub from a roadside kiosk, a makeshift shed or hawkers on the move. Here are a few portable pickings, present at every of the country’s locale and time, guaranteed to fortify you in true Nigerian style. 32 GTBANK FOOD AND DRINK