They have their own version of the Egusi soup. ... The Ijebus are also known for their version of the Nigerian staple meal, garri which is what they call Ijebu garri.

Versions of egusi soup dotted menus in every city we stopped, and I relished each one. Some were packed with leafy greens, while others were brothier and creamy. Some were served with a swallow ...

Beatrice Ajaero grew up on Roosevelt Island, where she still lives, and has an African food and gift stall, Ibari, which she opened after obtaining a law degree and an M.B.A., in the Saturday market.