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If there’s one thing I love more than good food, it’s great ambience and Shiro Lagos never fails to take my breath away, so here’s another restaurant review.

I took a trip down (trip because I had to go across Third Mainland Bridge, lol) to my favourite oriental restaurant in Lagos recently, and this time, I’m back with an updated restaurant review.

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Shiro Lagos Restaurant Review: The Chocolate Oreo
If there’s one thing I love about Shiro, it’s their attention to detail. I know we’re still in the middle of a pandemic and restaurant reservations are the in-time, but I have to admit that I forget to make them all the time.

What’s fun about Shiro is walk-in dining is an actual thing, and they go the extra mile in their COVID protocols. So at entry, you’d have to register your dining party and fill a small survey on your health, so they have records on who comes in.

As usual, you’d need to come in wearing a mask, which you can then take off at your table while dining.

Ambience
Yes! Every time I walk in Shiro, it never gets old for me. I love the high rise ceilings, properly set tables and of course, my personal favourite; the Egyptian statues (we’re not going to talk about this today, lmao!)

Food
We decided to go on a splurge ordering more food than we usually do this time because it was a larger crowd. Oh! I should also mention that we didn’t plan our meals beforehand, so ordering this time was an adventure.

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[/b][READ THE FULL ARTICLE][b][/b]https://www.access24.news/mavin-records-under-don-jazzy-creates-new-initiative-to-mentor-young-talents/


In celebration of its nine years anniversary, Mavin Records led by Don Jazzy is creating an initiative to mentor young talents.

Mavin Records, a leading Nigerian music label owned by longtime producer DonJazzy includes a number of prominent Nigerian artistes including: Korede Bello, Johnny Drille, Arya Starr, Crayon, and Rema.

Tega Oghenejobo, the label's Chief Operating Officer, in his statement listed some of the company's accomplishments, including over two billion streams, $4 million in revenue, and a multimillion dollar acquisition by Kupanda Holdings.

Regardless of these accomplishments, Oghenejobo reiterated that the team was as motivated as ever. He noted that “2021 is the year we would consolidate on our legacy while charting a new route for the future of afrobeat.”


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https://www.access24.news/lagos-government-ready-to-award-fourth-mainland-bridge-contract/

The Lagos State Government is finalizing contracting modalities for the Fourth Mainland Bridge which would be finalized by December.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the Government promised on Tuesday that the allocated and favoured bidders would be announced by December.

Mrs Aramide Adeyoye, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Works and Infrastructure, announced this at a ministerial press conference to commemorate the administration’s second anniversary.

Adeyoye claimed that the Government was being transparent to boost investor interest in private-sector collaborations.

She mentioned that 32 companies were shortlisted in February and that ten applicants’ bids are currently being assessed.

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https://www.access24.news/an-expert-guide-on-the-dos-and-donts-of-sunscreen-in-skincare/

Everyone talks about using sunscreen but not many people talk about the dos and don’ts of using sunscreen in skincare.

Being sun kissed is excellent for your selfies, but the sun itself has a damaging impact on the skin. UV rays from the sun are known causes of skin problems like cancer, wrinkles and fine lines. This is why it is important that you keep your skin safe from the sun at all times using sunscreen.

SPF or sunscreen is an everyday essential, whether in dry or cold weather, because the sun never takes a break, and you shouldn’t. Spending so much money on skincare would go to waste without a protective barrier, ensuring that the active ingredients are kept safe while they work.

However, when it comes to sun protection, questions arise, including what formula is best and how much sunscreen should you apply.

Read More: https://www.access24.news/an-expert-guide-on-the-dos-and-donts-of-sunscreen-in-skincare/

The Nigerian Federal Government’s claim that negative media representation is responsible for why Twitter chose Ghana over Nigeria for its African office is untrue in several ways.

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Muhammed, speaking on this “snub “, has blamed the media for painting a terrible image of the country. Speaking, he said, “This is what you get when you de-market your own country. Nigerian journalists were…painting Nigeria as a hell where nobody should live.” Lai Mohammed’s claim only represents the blame-shifting and denial associated with the current government.

In fact, the country’s failing investment climate is a great reason why foreign investors opt to grow anywhere but in Africa’s largest nation. In reality, other African nations, including Ghana, have thrived beyond Nigeria, creating a much more suitable business and investment climate that allows businesses to thrive, attracting continental and global businesses. This adequate environment has served as a welcoming environment for businesses who have left Nigeria to thrive outside the suffocating operating environment the country had offered them.

This is not the first time Nigeria has been snubbed as a location for an African headquarter. In 2018, reports had stated that Google planned to open an artificial research centre, the first of its kind in Africa in Ghana. Ghana’s quality of education, its political stability, and its thriving investment are reasons why Ghana was considered first. Between 2006 and 2008, local industries within Nigeria had also relocated, including Michelin and Dunlop, Nigeria’s two tyre manufacturers. Retail chains, Woolworths, Truworths and Mr Price, have also excited Nigeria in the last few years. Businesses are not the only group to leave Nigeria as Nigerians themselves are immigrating as fast as they can out of the nation.

As such, Nigeria’s snub by investors is sad but unexpected; however, the federal government fails to come to terms with this. A survey by the World Bank Enterprise reports that between 2009 and 2014, 322 private firms closed in Nigeria for reasons attributed to corruption and stifling business regulations. MAN also reported that 196 manufacturing companies had shut down in Nigeria between 2015 and 2017 during the President Buhari-led administration.

[READ MORE] https://www.access24.news/twitter-hq-why-ghana-came-first-over-nigeria/

Six months after the Lekki tollgate shooting, the Lagos state government has kickstarted efforts to reopen the Lekki tollgate.

In February 2021, the Lekki Concession Company (LCC) requested that the Lekki tollgate be reopened to retain its staff and pay pending debits. This appeal was made by the LCC manager Yomi Omomuwasan.

Mr Omomuwasan revealed that the company owed debts in local and international banks up to N11.5 billion and $31 million respectively as at 2020.

“As at 2011, we had a balance of about 24 billion in naira owed to local banks and 49 million dollars owed to an international development bank,” he said.

“Through the operation of the toll progressively, payments are being made. It is on record, the company borrowed money, and we keep mentioning areas where people can verify. They are local banks, Nigerian banks, they have names and have records.”

“There is no way a company can lie that we are owing when they are not owing,” he noted.

The manager speaking further pointed out that the company had been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and could not make payment during this period.

Mr Omomuwasan also noted that the LCC could not be shut down forever due to the #EndSARS protests.

“There is nowhere in the world where an event happened at a place, and you close it forever,” he said.

On February 6 2020, the Lagos State Judicial Panel had approved calls for the Lekki Tollgate to reopen. Protests by Nigerians to forestall the reopening of the tollgate were met by brutality, and popular comedian Mr Macaroni was also arrested.
The #EndSARS Protests

In October 2020, the #EndSARS movement, which protested against the police brutality of youths in Nigeria, took the nation by storm, with Nigerian youths taking to the streets in a peaceful protest demanding their rights.

These nationwide protests went on for over two weeks, gaining momentum and attracting the attention of both local and international actors.

Several locations were earmarked as gathering points for protesters, one of which was the Lekki-Epe expressway tollgate. While attempting to capture the attention of the Federal and state government, the protesters had barricaded the tollgate, stopping the movement of traffic through and halting the inflow of cash from the tollgate, as they say, “hit them where it hurts the most.”

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Looking for restaurants to go this Valentine, this post is for you

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it is important to start making dinner plans and reservations, so here’s a list of 6 Valentine’s Day Lagos Restaurant Specials you shouldn’t miss out on.

The season of love is a great time to show off how much you love your partner, and lunch and dinner dates are a great way to spend the day together. For anyone in Lagos looking for restaurant ideas for a dinner date with their partner, this piece is just for you.

Many restaurants in Lagos have prepared well thought out dining packages for lovers this season. I have done all of the heavy liftings for you, sourcing these packages, handpicking, compiling, and now publishing them for your reading delight.

These are 6 Valentine’s day Lagos restaurant specials to choose from this season:

BEEZUS KITCHEN

Since we are still in the middle of a pandemic, hosting your valentine’s dinner at home wouldn’t be such a bad idea, and Beezus Kitchen has got you covered. The Valentines Day Picnic special costs 30,000 Naira for one and 45,000 Naira for two.

For starters, you get to choose from either the Tomato Crostini, Chicken Lollipops, and Prawn Skewers. You get to pick two options from the Braised Beef Short Rib, Seafood Linguine, or the Sunday Roast for your main course. Finally, you can choose either the Chocolate Cake with Mixed Berry Coulis or Strawberry Cheesecake for dessert.

You can place your order for this package on either the 12th, 13th or 14th of February. Your meal comes in a handwoven basket with a complimentary wine bottle, greeting card as well as disposable plates and cups.

You can purchase your gift basket HERE.

TURAKA LAGOS

An excellent idea for the perfect dinner date this valentine should definitely include delicious food and a gorgeous view of Lagos skyline and Turaka Lagos is offering all of this. This Valentine weekend, Turaka has created a three-course set menu for lovers to choose from.

The “Love Match” package going for only 20,000 Naira/person includes a chicken summer roll with marinated asparagus, for the second course, you’ll be served a stuffed red snapper with Curried Philadelphia Cheese and finally finish off with a Pineapple Carpaccio for dessert.

For only 24,000 Naira/person, you can purchase the “Romantic Liason” package. It starts with Lemon Croaker Fritters, then Pistachio-crusted Chicken Ballotine with Creole Prawn ,ousse for the main dish and a Chocolate Crunch for dinner.

Finally, the “Wedded Bliss” package goes for 28,000 Naira/person. It starts with Panko Fried Shrimp, followed by Sweet Soy-five spice Marinated Beef Medallion and finishes with White Chocolate Mousse with Chilli for dessert.

Make your reservations HERE.

RADISSON BLU VI

This list of Valentine Day Lagos Restaurant specials would be incomplete without adding Raddison Blu’s Valentine weekend offer.

For only 37,000 Naira per couple, you and your partner would enjoy a buffet with the Chef’s special menu at Radisson Blu’s restaurant. You also get a mini champagne bottle, and you get to enjoy a night serenaded with romantic music on February 14th 2021 at 6 PM.


PURPLE BISTRO

Purple Bistro just entered the group chat with a Valentine package that you definitely do not want to miss out on.

Purple Bistro’s “Explosion d’amour” is a four-course exquisite fine dining experience hosted by Chef Derin and Chef Ore. For starters, you would be served the Orange Rosemary Chicken Salad. You can choose from the Potato Texture, Potato Puree, Crispy Potatoes, Seared Cow Tonque, Red Wine Reduction and Roasted Carrot for the first menu entree.

The main course includes Prawn Ravioli, Tomato Sauce, Effirin Pesto and Braised Goat. Finally for dessert, choose from either Chocolate Cake, Guinness Stout Mousse, Chocolate Soil and Salted Caramel.

For the second menu, you’ll be served Toasted Egusi and Smoked Chicken as starters. You can choose from the Potato Texture, Potato Puree, Crispy Potatoes, Seared Cow Tonque, Red Wine Reduction and Roasted Carrot for the entree. The main course includes Spicy Goat Meat Iru Tortellini, Effin Pesto, Seared Fish. Finally, you can choose from the Vanilla Sponge, White Chocolate Strawberry Mousse, Mixed Berry Sauce and Almond Crumb for dessert.

This Valentine package is for only ten couples and set for February 14th at Purple Bistro.


HSE GOURMET

HSE Gourmet’s valentine package is very convenient for dine-in and takeout valentine plans. If you choose to spend Valentine day at home with your partner, then HSE’s takeout package if what you need.

The Dine-in package costs 65,000 for a couple, and 32,500 per person is a four-course dinner for two. You get to choose from two meal options for each course. For the starters, you have a pick between Soup or Salad. The next course is Spiced Lamb Chops or Smoked Lobster. The third-course meal is a plate of Pasta or Rice. Finally, end your meal with a pick of dessert from the HSE Fondant or Mille Feuille.

There are two seating times available, 6 PM-8 PM and 8 PM-10 PM.

The takeout box costs 80,000 Naira and includes a four-course dinner, bottle of wine, a box of chocolate and a box of salted caramel brittle.

Bookings for HSE Gourmet’s valentine dinner ends on February 12th 2021.

THE YACHT HOTEL

My favourite thing about this valentine package is its all-inclusiveness. The Yacht Hotel has created 4 different Valentine dinner packages for couples to choose from all, including dinner with a water-front view.

The Valentine Dinner for two package includes a 3-Course Continental valentine dinner for 2 with a view of Cowries Creek for only 49,000 Naira. The Cruise & Dine package comes with a 50-minute boat cruise in the Lagos Lagoon and a 3-Course Continental valentine dinner for 2 with a view of Cowries Creek for only 99,000 Naira.

If you want a total night out, you should opt for the “Stay, Cruise & Dine” package which includes a 3-Course Continental valentine dinner for 2 with a view of Cowries Creek, a 50-minute boat cruise, a hotel room stocked with snacks, soft drinks, wine and chocolate as well as a complimentary breakfast. The price for this package starts from 159,000 Naira (Deluxe Cityview Cabin) and 205,000 Naira. For this package, arrival could be on Friday, February 12th, Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th.

You can get an additional night as a bonus, including complimentary breakfast for 2 for 60,000 Naira to 105,000 Naira.


FINAL WORD

Let me know your thoughts on this list by leaving a comment. If you do choose any of these Valentine Day Lagos restaurant specials, do share with me your experience by sending me a message via my social media or also leaving a comment.

Check out more restaurant ideas on my blog https://www.thechocolateoreo.com/6-valentine-day-lagos-restaurant-specials-for-you/

Looking for where to spend Valentine's Day with your partner? Then READ THIS!!

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it is important to start making dinner plans and reservations, so here’s a list of 6 Valentine’s Day Lagos Restaurant Specials you shouldn’t miss out on.

The season of love is a great time to show off how much you love your partner, and lunch and dinner dates are a great way to spend the day together. For anyone in Lagos looking for restaurant ideas for a dinner date with their partner, this piece is just for you.

Many restaurants in Lagos have prepared well thought out dining packages for lovers this season. I have done all of the heavy liftings for you, sourcing these packages, handpicking, compiling, and now publishing them for your reading delight.

These are 6 Valentine’s day Lagos restaurant specials to choose from this season:

BEEZUS KITCHEN

Since we are still in the middle of a pandemic, hosting your valentine’s dinner at home wouldn’t be such a bad idea, and Beezus Kitchen has got you covered. The Valentines Day Picnic special costs 30,000 Naira for one and 45,000 Naira for two.

For starters, you get to choose from either the Tomato Crostini, Chicken Lollipops, and Prawn Skewers. You get to pick two options from the Braised Beef Short Rib, Seafood Linguine, or the Sunday Roast for your main course. Finally, you can choose either the Chocolate Cake with Mixed Berry Coulis or Strawberry Cheesecake for dessert.

You can place your order for this package on either the 12th, 13th or 14th of February. Your meal comes in a handwoven basket with a complimentary wine bottle, greeting card as well as disposable plates and cups.

Continue reading https://www.thechocolateoreo.com/6-valentine-day-lagos-restaurant-specials-for-you/

Hello, thank you for choosing to read my review of Cactus Lagos.

2020 has eventually come to an end, and all I can say is finally. I literally breezed through the year being lazy in the middle of a pandemic and burning out.

For this review, I took a trip to Cactus Lagos for a quick date after work.

First of all, can we talk about Cactus Lagos and their waterfront seating arrangement? I love a good body of water, and there’s nothing more I love than being able to have the cool breeze from the water hitting me everywhere while I munch on my meal, so it was impossible not to suggest Cactus for my date.


WALKING-IN
The best thing for me when it comes to dining out post-COVID is the more privacy you get at restaurants. Chairs are now spaced out, and there’s no fear of being too loud, disturbing your neighbours, or wondering if anyone is watching your mouth chew.

I opted to sit indoor, with a glass wall facing the outdoor seating space and also giving me a view of the waterfront. At Cactus Lagos, more impressively, in what I assume is a post COVID arrangement, chairs are now separated by a glass divide adding to the restaurant’s ambience.

I have to confess to not paying attention to the interior and decor of the restaurant. I had a long day already, and all I wanted was to sit and put something in my stomach ASAP.

I also have to note that the waiter was very polite while he directed us to our seats and handed us the menus.

ORDERING
Never to be caught slacking or off guard, I already checked the Cactus Lagos Menu Instagram for their menu, and this made it a lot easier to make a choice even before I got there.

Many people have told me this is too much work for just eating out, but when you are like me and can never make a choice on the spot, you learn a coping mechanism. And for me, it’s scrolling through menus at home to make my meal and drink choices before I get to the restaurants.

Getting to Cactus Lagos, there were menus on the table also, so if you prefer ordering your food on the spot, you’re covered either way.

I ordered the Dynamite Shrimps and a glass of the House Wine. The Dynamite Shrimps was a plate of shrimps wrapped in flour, fried and served on a bed of lettuce covered in cheese.

If you have been an ardent follower of my blog, you’ll remember that I have a problem with wrapped foods.

By wrapped foods, I mean meat or seafood of any kind wrapped in flour, breadcrumbs and then fried.

Unfortunately, I skipped and forgot to ask the waiter if the shrimps I ordered came wrapped, which was an error on my part. A mistake I regretted making but we move yes?

Before my meal came, the waiter served us a basket of bread and mayo; as an appetizer, however, I had to return the basket as I’m not too fond of bread and I rarely eat any.

For this review, I took a trip to Cactus Lagos for a quick date after work, here is my review after dining at Cactus and what to expect.

My waiter was extremely polite; he was around whenever I needed him but didn’t hover around to cause an inconvenience.

THE FOOD
Safe to say Cactus Lagos lived up to their reputation for me. While ordering my food, I was hoping for a well-plated meal that didn’t just look great but also tasted great, and that was precisely what I got.

My meal came served on a white plate, carefully placed on a tray. I was very impressed to note that during the course of moving the meal from kitchen to tray, it didn’t shake one bit.


Now salads are definitely not my most ordered food, but the lettuce my food came in didn’t deter me one bit.

Finally, the cheeeseeee!! Exaggerating this because when I tell you the shrimps were bathed in cheese, they were soaked and bathed, and I loved it.


Read the rest of the review on my blog https://www.thechocolateoreo.com/cactus-lagos-review/

When I decided to review some of the best pasta restaurants in Lagos, I decided to do this based on my personal preference.

I absolutely adore seafood pasta; it’s just the idea of shrimps, crabs and prawns mixed into a huge bowl of pasta that does it for me. This is why I felt like a review of the best pasta restaurants in Lagos was necessary.

Since we’re all still trying to social distance with the new strain of COVID-19 I haven’t been going out as much as before, so bear with me reviewing places I have already been.

I have created this list based on my personal preference, affordability, ingredients, presentation and popularity of each restaurant.

In no particular order, here are some of my personal best pasta restaurants in Lagos:

Purple Bistro Lagos
3 University Rd, opposite First City Monument Bank, Yaba, Lagos

When I decided to do a review of some of the best pasta restaurants in Lagos, I realised that lately I have been drawn towards pasta and I almost always order it everytime.

If you know me, you probably know I love a good Purple Bistro moment, and as cliché, as it sounds, I always end up ordering their Seafood Pasta and pairing it with Purple Bistro’s signature Buffalo Wings.

Personally, I love the burst of flavour, and the spiciness of the meal makes it even better. The Purple Bistro Seafood Pasta comes properly cooked with a fair portion of crabs, prawns and vegetables. The plating of the meal is just as appealing as its ingredients and definitely worth an Instagram moment.

I would also recommend ordering the Buffalo wings made in their signature sauce for the extra panache of protein your seafood most definitely needs. So, if you find yourself in the Yaba axis and you feel like a pasta moment, stop by Purple Bistro and tell them I sent you �

P.S: I still think it could do with more seafood, especially crabs, and maybe they could consider throwing shrimps into the menu?

Order online HERE

Eric Kayser Lagos
864 Bishop Aboyade Cole Street Victoria Island


Another personal favourite, I would pick the Lasagna at Eric Kayser first before any other pasta dish, and this has to do with the sauce. Not only do I love a good cheese moment, but an additional sauce moment also makes it even better, and Eric Kayser has managed to find a balance between both.

I already reviewed the Eric Kayser Lasagna on my blog, and if you haven’t read that review, you should read it HERE.

The Maison Kayser Lasagna is a plate of Lasagna, Bechamel sauce, asparagus, green beans, carrots, mushrooms, Emmental & mozzarella.

The Maison Kayser Lasagna is plated exquisitely, in a white bowl placed on a wooden tray. Side Note: You might have to be careful finding your way around eating without creating a mess but once you get a system that works for you, stick with it.

PRICE: 4,800 Naira


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