Tag: beef empanadas

Golden and Sturdy Nigerian Cornish Pasty

Nigerian Cornish Pasty

Nigerian Cornish pasty is a wholesome hand pie filled with meat and vegetables. The few times I have bought Cornish Pasty in Nigeria, have been underwhelming. More like a meat pie with a different name, so I now make my own. I love Cornish pasty not just because it’s awesome but […]

soft and golden Nigerian meat pie

Nigerian Meat Pie

Nigerian meat pie is a hand pie or turnover and is one of the most popular snacks in Nigeria. I am presumptuous enough to say that it is the fastest-selling item in any eatery or fast food restaurant in Nigeria. From the rich and expensive meat pie sold in casual […]

jamaican beef patty in all its golden glory

Jamaican beef patty

You might call them Empanadas, hand pies, or turnovers but Jamaicans call them Patties, Jamaican beef patty.  I had just arrived our small rented apartment in downtown Toronto, hungry and tired. Daughter no. 1 and I decided to scout for something to eat. Of course there was an array of […]