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Africa must prepare for inevitable global food crisis
President of the African Development Bank Group President (www.AfDB.org) - Dr Akinwumi Adesina has said “Africa must prepare for the inevitability of a global food crisis.” He was speaking about Africa’s priorities, as a guest at the Atlantic Council Read more
Tariq Halal opens in London’s Finsbury Park
Award-winning halal butchers - Tariq Halal has opened a brand-new store in London’s Finsbury Park. The highly anticipated location opposite Finsbury Park Station was officially opened by the Mayor of Haringey, Adam Jogee, in an event that featured Read more
A healthy twist on Jollof Rice
To encourage adults to eat better, lose weight and get active, registered dietitian and member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) - Shola Oladipo shares a healthy twist on how to prepare the popular West African dish - Jollof Rice. Read more
Five simple food tips for better health
As part of Public Health England’s (PHE) Better Health campaign, which encourages adults to eat better, lose weight and get active, we speak to registered Dietitian and member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) - Shola Oladipo who shares her Read more
Enish open restaurant and lounge in east London
Award-winning Enish Restaurant & Grill has opened a new branch called Enish Restaurant & Lounge in Ilford. Londoners in the east of the city will finally get to taste the wonderful cuisine Enish has on its sought-after menu. It is famous for Read more
Tolly Boy celebrates winning African community group
Winners of the Spread the Joy with Tolly Boy campaign were acknowledged recently during an awards ceremony at Wapping Youth Centre. Three community groups - Wapping Bangladesh Association, Nigerian Community of Waltham Forest (NICOWF) and Bangladesh Read more
Tolly Boy Rice spreads the joy in Birmingham
Tolly Boy Rice was in Birmingham recently to promote its exciting new campaign. Celebrating the work of 20 African and Bangladeshi community groups from across the UK as part of its ‘Spread the Joy with Tolly Boy’ campaign, the brand will contribute Read more
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Tolly Boy spreads joy with £26k community grants
Tolly Boy is celebrating the work of 20 African and Bangladeshi community groups, around the UK as part of its Spread the Joy with Tolly Boy campaign. Read more
Tropical Sun hosts African and Caribbean media and promoters
Recently, pioneering World Foods brand Tropical Sun hosted the UK’s African and Caribbean media and promoters at the headquarters of Wanis: the UK’s leading distributor of African and Caribbean food and drinks brands, including Tropical Sun. Read more
African fine dining from Eat Jollof London
When the world thinks of fine-dining, African food is not often at the top of the list of cuisines to be considered, something which Ghanaian-born Adwoa Hagan-Mensah wants to change. Read more
How Asda mums prepare for Ramadan
Ramadan preparation every year is an integral part of the lives of Muslims in the UK, but when you come to think of it; abstaining from food and water for 16 to 17 hours a day is no mean task, and for mums it can be even more challenging. Managing Read more
Tolly Boy hosts surprise Xmas lunch for elders
In a heart-warming gesture, Tolly Boy Rice showcased the true spirit of the festive season and spread love, togetherness and celebration by hosting a surprise Christmas feast for the elderly of the Afro Caribbean Elders Association at the William Read more
Foodies inspire Xmas sparkle with Tolly Boy Rice
The festive season is around the corner, and just like you, Tolly Boy Rice is all set for the Christmas season. This year, we spoke to five prominent food enthusiasts to get a sneak peek into their Christmas menus and for tips to making your Read more
Make Eid special for your little one
There is that special member in your family who looks forward to Eid with bated breath every year. Whether they are excited about the sweets or Eidi, when they get gifts and goodies ranging from toys to chocolates or money, Asda knows you are looking Read more
Tolly Boy celebrates National Rice Week
Tolly Boy Rice is proud to be a part of National Rice Week to celebrate the wonder of rice. Read more
ASDA - Together for Ramadan
ASDA has carefully selected a range of authentic food items at amazing prices which are important to the community during Ramadan to ensure that this year, Ramadan shopping is as seamless as possible. Read more
Four Weeks of Togetherness with Asda this Ramadan
Ramadan is fast approaching and we at Asda know that planning for Iftari meals has already begun in many households. Read more
Africa's top food picks
Jovago.com, Africa’s online hotel booking portal takes a look at Africa’s top food picks. Read more
Ramadan, a season of giving
Ramadan is about much more than just fasting - it also sees a spirit of charity envelope the UK, with individuals playing their part. Many have different priorities and goals during the holy month. Some aim to pray on a consistent basis, while others Read more