In his latest exhibition Nigerian artist Olufela Omokeko is exploring the importance of food preservation in a country where food is often spoiled due to lack of quick access to markets and cold storage.
During a recent art exhibition in Iwaya, a slum in the commercial capital Lagos, guests also had the chance to taste Omokeko’s puree from dried tomatoes, peppers and local spices when he showcased age-old traditions on how to extend the shelf life of perishable food.
Nicknamed “son of a pepper seller”, Omokeko grew up seeing women who sell perishables at their homes and at the market throw away food because it was rotten.
That problem remains, and Omokeko hopes to show Nigerians who come to his exhibitions how to dry and blend food to preserve its lifespan while maintaining the taste.
Reuters
Nigerian artist’s exhibition showcases food preservation methods
Image: SEUN SANNI/Reuters
In his latest exhibition Nigerian artist Olufela Omokeko is exploring the importance of food preservation in a country where food is often spoiled due to lack of quick access to markets and cold storage.
During a recent art exhibition in Iwaya, a slum in the commercial capital Lagos, guests also had the chance to taste Omokeko’s puree from dried tomatoes, peppers and local spices when he showcased age-old traditions on how to extend the shelf life of perishable food.
Nicknamed “son of a pepper seller”, Omokeko grew up seeing women who sell perishables at their homes and at the market throw away food because it was rotten.
That problem remains, and Omokeko hopes to show Nigerians who come to his exhibitions how to dry and blend food to preserve its lifespan while maintaining the taste.
Reuters
READ MORE:
WENDY KNOWLER | As hunger bites, retailers should be lauded for efforts to stop food waste rot
RECIPES | Young chefs on the rise share secret to their popular dishes
‘Veggielicious’ chef Mokgadi Itsweng on the power of plants
How to feed SA's hungry by stopping wasted food from ending up in the bin
Serve and save: family meal recipes that cost just under R100
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Related articles
Most read
Latest Videos