Tosin Clegg
The widely celebrated YouTube series ‘My Tasty Naija’ is stepping off the screen and into the heart of London with its inaugural ‘My Tasty Naija’ Food Festival, scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Chingford Rugby Club.
According to a statement, what began in January 2024, as a digital journey exploring Nigerian-African culinary culture has grown into a powerful movement.
Created by British-Nigerian media entrepreneur and cultural advocate Abass Tijani, the YouTube show has become a platform for spotlighting the vibrancy of Nigerian food across the UK and beyond.
From visiting suya spots in Peckham to jollof specialists in Wembley, ‘My Tasty Naija’ has celebrated the very best of Nigerian dining experiences.
In a standout episode, the team travelled to Manchester to profile Yetti’s Kitchen, whose founder—Chef Yetti Tabai—is one of the few Nigerian chefs with an in-flight catering licence. In a spectacular segment, she took the crew aboard a private jet flight from Manchester to Glasgow, showcasing the sophistication and elevation of Nigerian cuisine in the air.
The show has also gone international, filming features at Kunle Afolayan’s Afefeyeye Restaurant in Nigeria and Enish Dubai, further proving that Nigerian food knows no borders.
The highlights of the festival include over 20 vendors serving authentic Nigerian dishes, drinks, and snacks; live DJ sets featuring Afrobeats, highlife, and cultural vibes; games, competitions; fashion, arts & crafts, showcasing the beauty and creativity of African culture, and the inaugural Junior Chef Competition giving young talents (ages 13–17) the spotlight in a thrilling live jollof cook-off
\“This is more than just a food event,” Tijani, who is the creator of My Tasty Naija said, adding, “It’s about preserving our culture, celebrating our identity, and creating unforgettable experiences.”
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