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ÌyanuOlúwa Fágbiyè T.  From a typical Nigerian perspective this was inspired by my first write up on food being our unequivocal heritage with hopes that this inspires you to think differently about food today. The Nigerian cuisine is bound by three major religion and ethnic group. But, can be understood in-depth when viewed regionally.

Year in and out, farmers cultivate and harvest this fibre rich crop 'maize' also known as 'corn' in some regions. It is a main cereal plant that pre dates 5000 years. Maize is cultivated here in Nigeria, in the North: May\June, in the South: March\April for early planting season while, late planting occurs July\August (Arguably, at this time ie. June, July and August corn is being harvested by farmers) Its at this time you find the roadside vendor roating fresh corn on their hot charcoal grill.

Going on shopping can be very tiring and stressful if you go unprepared and also if you're a disorganized type of person it could result or "end in tears" as we often say. Shopping is meant to a pleasant experience — free from stress and what have you. This is one of my unconventional articles but I'm sure you're gonna enjoy it. I remember as a child I always look forward to following my mum to the market also because I schooled in a boarding school, it was always required of me and my sisters to make a list of things we needed for every session a list that was always requested by my parents. This idea kind of made me realize everything needed strategic planning. For every successful shopping begins from planning strategically. So my tips to a successful shopping experience goes thus; Tip 1. Create a shopping list :  This tip can't be overemphasized this is very important. You wouldn't want to go into a mall or the local market not knowing exactly what you