🌷Tulip🌷 kinda🌷 day🌷?

I feel in love with Tulip bistro the instant I saw it on my instagram feed some years back. I have always wanted to spread the worthy place but…

This is what matters now… 
Tulip bistro is located at Wuse 2 and Gwarimpa with an idyllic ambience. It has a modern scent I can’t quite fix. It is warm and picturesque with the little background music which is noticeable when you notice it.

For the record, here are five dishes you should try at Tulip bistro before 2017.

Chicken Caesar salad: do you really need me to explain how this salad tastes?  You better go get yourself a plate and figure it out. 

Oriental rice with anadariya chicken: the portion of this dish is more than enough. It is a dish that when you eat, there is this reminder in your mouth that you visited Tulip. 

Blueberry Muffins: this was what Tulip started with. It is a classic and forever requested by customers. 

Pineapple and ginger drink: this drink is refreshing. May it please come in a serve yourself jug. Sign petition here… 

Creamy pasta: why not just visit Tulip for goodness sake…. Arghh
If you are looking for an alternative to the bistro, you can try its twin sister Madres located at Wuse 2, Bangui Street. 

So the question is…. 

Have you made your day a Tulip day? 

Photocredit:Tulip bistro instagram 

FEEL YOUR BOOBIES 💖💖💖

            Breast Self Examination (BSE)

October is breast cancer awareness month and greatly pink.You must have heard and/or read a lot of stories on cancer.Sad and touching! The struggles and pains. It is death in another package. Even though cancer affects the elderly (35-*) than the youths, it is never too late to learn how to go about BSE(Breast Self Examination) and never very late to help in creating awareness for a better tomorrow. 

Below are the guidelines and a do it yourself or rather Breast Self Examination guideline in a snap.

• Pain in your breast that isn’t related to your period?
• A new lump, bump, or other change in your breast?
• A red, hot, or swollen break fluid or bloody discharge from your nipple 
• A lump in your armpit or near your collarbone? 

            Breast Self Examination(BSE) 

• Arms Over Your Head

Still standing in front of the mirror, raise your arms over your head and see if your breasts move in the same way, and note any differences. Look at size, shape, and drape, checking for symmetry. Pay attention to your nipples and areolas, to see if you have any dimples, bumps, or retraction (indentation). Look up toward your armpits and note if there is any swelling where your lymph nodes are (lower armpit area).

• Stand and Stroke

Raise your left arm overhead, and use your right-hand fingers to apply gentle pressure to the left breast. Stroke from the top to the bottom of the breast, moving across from the inside of the breast all the way into your armpit area. You can also use a circular motion, being sure to cover the entire breast area. Take note of any changes in texture, color, or size. Switch sides and repeat. This is best done in the shower, as wet skin will have the least resistance to the friction of your fingers.

• Check Your Nipples

Still facing the mirror, lower both arms. With the index and middle fingers of your right hand, gently squeeze the left nipple and pull forward. Does the nipple spring back into place? Does it pull back into the breast? Note whether or not any fluid leaks out. Reverse your hands and check the right nipple in the same way.

• Recline and Stroke

This is best done in your bedroom, where you can lie down. Place a pillow on the bed so that you can lie with both your head and shoulders on the pillow. Lie down and put your left hand behind your head. Use your right hand to stroke the breast and underarm, as you did in step 4. Take note of any changes in texture, color, or size. Switch sides and repeat.
Mark your calendar to remind yourself to do your BSE regularly. Stay relaxed and breathe normally as you do your BSE. Becoming tense will produce some knots that you may mistake for something worrisome. Report any changes or unusual pain to your doctor or nurse.
Reference…www.breastcancer.about.com
Please make sure you examine yourself and pass around to your friends and families. 

Cupcakes and kisses

Are you your instagram posts 📷?

I had this fear of applying filters on my instagram posts. I don’t know why but again filters are good. It beautifies the picture and even gives it a new meaning. They are fun but….. (let’s save my rants). 
It is funny how some people see your post and they just feel this sense of ‘luxury’  for you. They believe you have them all together. 

You can be lucky enough to get a ticket to travel to Abu Dhabi but it just came your way out of luck. Not like you planned it anyway. Or you got an opportunity to go to one of the most talked about restaurant in your city and you did not even plan it, it just came your way. Definitely, you are excited and then you snapchat and instapost the experience. You feel better but someone out there is planning to have what you had. Someone out there is envious of that experience and you did not even stress yourself. 

That isn’t your everyday life. We don’t even get to show people our everyday life on instagram. We let them to see what we want them to see. Isn’t what we want people to see happiness?

There is no judging here. Just a topic to know if you truly are your instagram post. Just think about that. Some people expect to see you wild because of your posts but end up disappointed. Some expect to see that flawless skin and face and make up but end up seeing flaws. PHOTOSHOP definitely did the job. 

We shouldn’t expect much from people especially the instagram world. We have flaws. From celebrities to commoners.  Some are just trying to get that paycheck. Making a living out of the media. 

So, think again, are you your instagram posts? 

WCW: 👑MARYAM LAUSHI

Maryam Laushi is one amazing woman. Talk of girl power, beauty and brain. She raphodizes on women empowerment and political issues. She passionately emphasizes on the need for youths to make a difference in the society positively. Here are 10 times she made our goosebumps have goosebumps. 

1. That one time she met and interviewed the daughter of the first family in Nigeria. Change. 

2. And then she met with the vice president of Nigeria looking at him the way every guy would like to be looked at. … She’s crazy about him. 

3. This time around, with the UK’s minister for international development James Wharton. 

4. If we can vote, then we are #NotTooYoungToRun 

5. She owns a blog where she interviews amazing people…. 

Omojuwa, Morrell, Abubakar Danmusa Ice prince, Yusuf Abubakar and soo much more. 
6. Lover of art… 

7. Melanin poppin..

8. If this hair isn’t Gorg,  then it is  Gorgeous  

9. BREATHE  IN… 

10. BREATHE OUT…… Sleeping beauty. 

Follow her on Twitter: mimielaushi

I would love to see Kevin Hart in one of my kaftans- Arafat Bage

Levels label by Arafat Bage is a fashion brand established in 2015 that has become a favorite for youths even though it caters for all classes of consumers. His designs are loud and high class with the zeal of making the wearer feel elevated. Enjoy…

Let us know a little bit about yourself. 
I am Arafat Bage. Studied Politics and International Relation at Aston University, Birmingham UK 2015.

You have always wanted to do this (have a fashion label)? 
Well to be straight forward yes,absolutely.

Who/what inspired you? 
My source of inspiration can not be perfectly structured into a person,merging my taste in fashion and creativity together was something I always wanted to put into full swing.That right there was my drive from day 1.

Why this line of business?
Initiating my own business was one thing I had in mind for a long time,narrowing down exactly what I wanted to invest in was not too much of a problem,deep down I knew this was what I had a fancy for so I went for it.

What this business is all about to you? 
Honestly to me, it’s all about concentration. Focus is the one thing that keeps you in your seat for as long as you want.Trying to incorporate other things into what your presently expending in is what I steadily try to to stay away from.

What are some the challenges you face? Succinctly that should be attempting  to preserve the in built stupefaction in my patrons,in easier words keeping  them puzzled,this is what requires all my sense organs lol,failing to execute this is something I try to avoid.

Role models? 
Ralph Lauren.

Who would you like to design for?
Kevin Hart. LOL!!! would love to see how he would look in one of my kaftans.

Whats your day to day lifestyle like?
Early rise,I always try to wake up before my goals for the day have competition and yeah I’m not a breakfast person so that is not included.Then comes work,this is when every other thing is put aside. Making sure people get their orders on time without an inch of a problem is mainly what  I try to achieve on a daily basis, other things like hanging out with friends and taking care of myself is also a core part of my daily schedule.

Any person’s wardrobe you would love to swap?
I have full and ultimate belief in my own wardrobe, I wouldn’t swap it for any.

Favorite Designer?
Zara, Nike, Topman.

Any plan to diversify? 
Certainly,I’m always ready for more.

Likes and dislikes
Not too specific about my likes but I indubitably know I hate failure.

Hobbies? 
Traveling and playing soccer.

If not this(levels label designing), then what?
Everyone’s path is ordained by God, I believe levels was a path chosen for me by God . Something else instead of this, I wouldn’t know to be honest. Would leave that to God as he knows what’s best for all of us.

Where do you see Levels Label in 5 years? 
I’m not sure what the future holds,but I’m positive  what I’m consummating and encountering  currently is really going to play an important role in helping me make my decision in the future.

Thank you Arafat for your time.

You amazing readers can purchase his designs for whoever your heart beats for and someone you feel has a high class taste at :

Shop365 Africa , Cappador Mall , Aguiyi Ironsi Street , Maitama ( opposite Yoruba Mosque ).

Instagram: Levels.Label
Twitter: Levels_Label
Email : LevelsByA@gmail.com
Phone :+234 908 021 6063

I want the Brand to do the hype...Munir Yakubu on Rabi fragrance

Munir and Shehu Yakubu have been in the fashion industry for long. Known for their unique touch of Africa designs on their pieces, the Sabali designers are EXCLUSIVELY talking about their latest project which is the "Rabi" fragrance and more. Enjoy.


From fashion to fragrance, give us a brief background how the fragrance came about and inspiration behind it. 
Is their a story behind Rabi fragrance?
Yes, there is a story behind Rabi fragrance. Basically before it started I was already mixing/testing scents. My grandmother complimented my scent. My friends also complimented. But getting the compliment from my grandmother motivated me more than any compliments. So seeing that my grandmother is behind Rabi fragrance motivation, I thought, why not name it after her daughter who is my mother. That was how the name Rabi came about.

What's the Rabi fragrance scent like?
When I stated talking about Rabi fragrance, I always had this zero hype attached to it. I'm not going to say it scents like heaven. If people want to know what it scents like, purchase it and hype it. I want the brand to do the hyping.


Is it more of English or Arabic scent?
There is a scent for everyone when it comes to Rabi. No one is excluded. There is local scent, there is a scent for everyone in the collection.


What's the Rabi slogan?
The Rabi fragrance is Timeless.

Who do you think are your competitors in the fragrance world?
I believe I am in a competition with Lots of brands. I am in a competition with Tom Ford, Armani, Louis Vuitton, Versace and other popular international brands. In this country, I haven't seen anyone I am in a competition with. I don't think anyone has a perfume line properly structured like mine.

What's the future for Rabi fragrance? 
Let's just wait and see where God takes us. But by the grace of God, even in heaven, you will see Rabi fragrance.


You are full of amazing surprises, what should we watch out for again?
To be honest, I just sit down sometimes and just come up with things. I want to create a structure. I want to create an empire. Expect everything from me. I'm not pulling back. I want everything me. Sabali soap, sabali airline. There is no market I don't want to dominate.


A final question..... Are you ever planning to create a perfume called "Fatima"?....... Just kidding. Thank you for taking your time to do this interview. More success. 
As the Ghanaian musician Sarkodie said, "You know say money no be problem"
Thank you also.


You can purchase Rabi fragrance currently at Shop365, opposite Yoruba mosque, Maitama, Abuja.

May Alert...

The blog will be introducing new and interesting features which I'm sure you will absolutely enjoy. These features will range from man/woman crush Monday/Wednesday on Mondays and Wednesdays respectively.

There will also be guest bloggers who feel like sharing their ideas. This segment is open to you all amazing readers and oh no! It is absolutely free. Just make sure you have something really captivating and off you go. Terms and conditions apply.

Also, there is a little something for food lovers. Yeah! All the mouth watering hunger gamers, it is dedicated to you all but..... The sad news is that you have to cook it yourself or imagine it. All I can do is post recipes. *tongue out*

There also will be give away days. No specific date actually but it's really simple. You just have to refresh this page everyday and voila! You get to be a winner. If I were you, this blog will be my Web page *sad face*.

I hope to really bring in more and interesting contents to this blog as time goes on. I pray we stick together forever and never part. Let's be a family. I love you all. I mean it.

Love you most.