Brn Kitchen Treats

04/11/2025

This tasted so good, wish I could share a slice with you all. Do follow the recipe below to recreate yours.
Ingredients
Ingredients:

1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
A pinch of salt
¾ cup sugar
½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
2 eggs (room temperature)
½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
2 tbsp orange zest (grated orange peel)
¼ cup milk or yogurt (optional for extra moisture)
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

1. Preheat your oven to 150°C - 160°C(300°F -320°F)Depending on your oven strength. Grease your cake pan with butter and lightly dust with flour (or line with parchment paper).

2. Mix dry ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Mix wet ingredients:
In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light. Add oil, orange juice, orange zest, milk (or yogurt), and vanilla. Mix well.

4. Combine:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined — don’t overmix.

5. Pour & bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool:
Let it cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
Glazing - Icing sugar 60ml, orange juice 5ml and little zest.
Mix and use as a simple topping

30/10/2025

26/10/2025

ORILE Restaurant & Bar made it's way to one of my top favourite Restaurant in Lagos, Nigeria.
A beautiful evening savoring delicious freshly made delicacies
Ambience was warm, welcoming & relaxing. The interior is modern with clean lines; outdoor seating available as well. It blends modern and traditional decor nicely.
Cuisine & Menu- Afro-fusion with a strong local Nigerian influence.
Customer service was amazing, special shout out to Kingsley.
Location: Orile Restaurant & Bar
Address : 2 Ichie Kris Onyekwuje St, Chris Madueke Dr, off Abeke Animashaun Street, off Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Food/Mocktail we ordered - Rate them 8/10
Yaj Prawns -N18,000
Gbajumo (signature jollof) - N28,000
Fresh Baked Brioche - N7,000
Tozo Tacos - N16,000
Dark & Lovely Mocktail N11,000
Water - N2,500
Complimentary chin chin
VAT
Service charge
Consumption tax
Total cost N96,937.50

22/10/2025

Nigerian-Style Fresh Fish Stew

Ingredients

Fresh fish cleaned and cut into pieces

4 large tomatoes (or 2 cups blended fresh tomatoes)

2 red bell peppers (tatashe)

2 scotch bonnets (ata rodo, to taste)

1 medium onion

2 cloves garlic (optional)

2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional for color and thickness)

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 teaspoon thyme

2 seasoning cubes (Maggi or Knorr)

Salt to taste

1 cup vegetable oil (or palm oil, depending on your preference)

Fresh basil or scent leaf (for aroma)

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Brn kitchen treats

20/10/2025

What's Your Favourite Cake Flacour Treats Fam?
Vanilla Oreo Cake Recipe
750ml / 3cups flour
2 1/2 of sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
Drop Lemon extract flavour
Drop of Banana flavour extract
Butter 350g
1 1/2 cup milk

Pre heat oven 180°c or 360°f
Grease pan with butter
Lay parchment paper
Make 25 to 30mins or until a clean knife or skewer can enter d cake n come out

Brn kitchentreats

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

Meat Pie Fail-Proof Tips

To get the best tasting Meat Pie, never forget to remember 😊 the following tips:

1. Use cold butter to mix with flour

2. Use cold water for dough kneading

3. Don't knead for too long — max 6 mins

4. Allow dough to rest in refrigerator while preparing pie filling

5. Always allow filling to cool properly before use

6. Remember to brush the pie top with egg wash before baking for that golden, beautiful top view
Brn kitchen treats

God's word for today - "For this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” 💛🙏 Neh 8 :10."

25/02/2025

The chef & her creation..What slide would you go for ? Slide one is a constant.Treats options... Good food nourishes

God's word for you Treats fam
Psalm 3 vs 3
But you, O LORD, are a shield that surrounds me. You are my glory. You hold my head high. 3 But You, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts up my head.
B's Kitchen Treats

15/02/2025

Which is your favourite or which are you planning to purchase in 2025?
Using safe cookware is essential for maintaining health and enhancing the cooking experience. Here are the key benefits:

1. Health Benefits

Prevents Toxin Exposure – Safe cookware, such as stainless steel, ceramic, and cast iron, does not release harmful chemicals like PFOA, PFAS, or lead.

Preserves Nutrient Quality – Non-toxic materials help retain the natural nutrients of food without contamination.

Reduces Heavy Metal Risks – Poor-quality cookware can leach harmful metals (like aluminum or nickel), which may lead to long-term health issues.

2. Better Cooking Performance

Even Heat Distribution – High-quality materials like cast iron and stainless steel ensure even cooking, preventing hot spots and burning.

Non-Reactive Surface – Glass, ceramic, and stainless steel don’t react with acidic or alkaline foods, preserving the original taste.

3. Durability & Cost-Effectiveness

Long-Lasting – Safe cookware materials tend to be more durable, saving money in the long run.

Less Need for Replacements – Unlike non-stick coatings that wear off, safe cookware maintains its quality over time.

4. Environmentally Friendly

Sustainable Choices – Materials like cast iron and stainless steel are eco-friendly, reducing waste from frequent replacements.

Less Chemical Waste – Avoiding harmful coatings prevents toxic chemicals from entering the environment.

Would you like recommendations for specific safe cookware brands?

14/02/2025

Food photography and love are deeply connected because food is an expression of care, culture, and emotion. Love in food photography can be conveyed in many ways—whether it’s through the warm, inviting tones of a home-cooked meal, the intimacy of sharing a dish with a loved one, or the artistry behind beautifully plated desserts.

Food is often at the heart of relationships, celebrations, and traditions. A carefully styled plate of food can tell a story of romance, nostalgia, or comfort. The way we prepare, present, and enjoy food reflects love—whether it's a mother cooking for her family, a couple sharing a meal, or a chef passionately crafting a dish.

Through photography, love can be captured in the details: the steam rising from a freshly baked dish, the soft glow of candlelight on a dinner table, or the joyful connection between people enjoying a meal together. Whether it’s homemade or from a special restaurant, food photography with a love theme goes beyond just visuals—it evokes feelings and memories.
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Happy Valentine's
B's Kitchen Treats

10/02/2025

As an advocate for Dine In & Out Treats, these are some of my tested & trusted recommendations... Save & Share..
A fine dining experience on Valentine's Day is all about romance, elegance, and indulgence. Picture this:
You and your partner arrive at a beautifully lit restaurant, where the ambiance is set with soft candlelight, fresh flowers, and gentle instrumental music playing in the background. A hostess greets you warmly and escorts you to a private table, perhaps near a window overlooking a scenic view.
The menu is curated specially for the evening, featuring a multi-course meal with exquisite dishes. As you savor each bite, the service is impeccable—attentive yet discreet. Between courses, you and your partner exchange heartfelt conversations, reminisce about special moments, and toast to your love.
A well planned date lingers beautifully in your memory.

10/02/2025

Tested & Trusted recommendations
A fine dining experience on Valentine's Day is all about romance, elegance, and indulgence. Picture this:
You and your partner arrive at a beautifully lit restaurant, where the ambiance is set with soft candlelight, fresh flowers, and gentle instrumental music playing in the background. A hostess greets you warmly and escorts you to a private table, perhaps near a window overlooking a scenic view.
The menu is curated specially for the evening, featuring a multi-course meal with exquisite dishes. As you savor each bite, the service is impeccable—attentive yet discreet. Between courses, you and your partner exchange heartfelt conversations, reminisce about special moments, and toast to your love.
A well planned date lingers beautifully in your memory.