Foodies Spice up Taste Buds at Knorr Jollof Fest

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

It was another moment for foodies in Lagos to spice up their taste buds with different varieties of Jollof rice at the highly-anticipated Knorr Jollof Fest.

The event, which took place at the Muri Okunola Park on Sunday, July 23, 2023, has been described as a true celebration of Nigeria’s beloved dish, Jollof rice.

Attendees were treated to a variety of mouthwatering Jollof rice creations, a range of interactive games and engaging competitions to lighten the mood.

With an array of tantalizing Jollof rice variations, from the aromatic Suya Jollof to the indulgent Seafood Jollof, attendees were treated to tasty and very nutritious meals that delighted their taste buds.

Rain or shine, the flavours of Jollof rice shined bright, leaving everyone with a sense of satisfaction and culinary delight.

They also had the opportunity to explore and discover a diverse range of fresh cooking herbs and spices, inspiring them to Eat for Good by infusing their meals with more herbs and vegetables.

“The Knorr Jollof Fest 2023 was a celebration of the vibrant culinary tapestry of Nigeria. We aimed to ignite culinary passion and bring people together through the love of Jollof rice,” the Marketing Director for Nutrition at Unilever West Africa, Ms Bolanle Kehinde-Lawal, stated.

“The festival succeeded in creating an immersive experience that showcased the versatility and creativity that Jollof rice represents,” she added.