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22/05/2026
27°C by noon — so naturally, breakfast was my signature Loaded Akara Pro Max.
Similarish to but lighter than falafel, protein-rich and gluten-free, akara is the perfect foil for almost any flavour. Think of it as a kind of bread that actually brings something to the party.
Today’s build: smoked mackerel, herby grains, olives, cherry tomatoes and cucumber spears — with hummus as the quiet UN Peacekeeper binding everything together.
Lettuce cups so every mouthful is different as you build-ya-own.
Small plates. Big flavours. No regrets.
20/05/2026
Pan-seared lamb chops. The secret to the crust is high heat and speedy cooking.
Render the fat first by standing the chops upright in the pan like soldiers standing to attention. Then cook the chops in the rendered fat.
Whilst the chops were resting, I made the sauce in the same pan: garlic, capers, anchovies and gherkins. All finely chopped. A splash of Naija stew and a smidgen of butter and Bob’s your uncle.
17/05/2026
Trying to use up things from my fridge and cupboards, I somehow wandered to Bangkok via Lagos whilst also meandering through Calabar 🇹🇭🇳🇬
Breakfast was coconut and peanut noodle soup with prawns, chicken, tofu puffs and greens … with enough chilli to wake up your ancestors. Finished with grilled chicken suya because apparently restraint has now fully left the building.
Flavours included scent leaf, garlic, ginger, crayfish, lemongrass and a dash of soy sauce, topped off with coriander and spring onions because garnishing is very cheffy, of course.
Honestly, this was supposed to be a fridge clear-out exercise, not the opening scene of a fusion noodle bar in East London.
Yet here we are 😂
16/05/2026
Meanwhile, somewhere in Surrey, people are preparing to have an extremely good lunch.
This morning’s Pitanga delivery travelled all the way from London loaded with grilled fish, mixed suya, coconut rice, fish stew, honey beans and plenty of fried plantain — the kind of order that starts quietly and ends with everyone unbuttoning something.
I love orders like this because they feel less like takeaway and more like hosting without the washing up.
11/05/2026
Not every Nigerian meal needs fine dining plating.
Sometimes it just needs to arrive hot, smoky and generous.
The Pitanga Feast for 2:
🔥 Pitanga Jollof
🔥 Nigerian Fried Rice
🔥 Peppered Chicken
🔥 Your Choice of Wings (Suya Wings Shown)
🔥 Sweet Fried Plantain
A proper mid-week or weekend spread designed for sharing.
Available now on UberEats — £40.50
09/05/2026
This was a slightly unusual request from a regular that normally orders Onugbu (Bitterleaf Soup) every day that he’s in the U.K.
Nigerian-based, he’s often in the U.K. and had called a few days ago to see if I had started delivery services ….
I decided to take a photo (thankfully). Just in case he liked it and wanted to re-order.
Jollof Rice and Beans .. with assorted meat. Given his love for Onugbu, I correctly guessed he would enjoy crayfish in the rice and beans lol.
02/04/2026
A man walked into my restaurant and asked to use the microwave… for his own food.
I thought he was selling microwaves.
13/03/2026
Yesterday a lady walked into my kitchen and asked:
“Can I buy three tomatoes?”
I told her this was a restaurant, not Tesco.
Turns out she had just flown 13 hours from the Philippines and wanted to cook a prawn dish.
So of course I gave them to her.
In Madam Pitanga’s kitchen, sometimes we sell food…
…and sometimes we sell groceries.
🍲 Welcome to Pitanga Chronicles
03/03/2026
The Egusi Release.
A limited culinary offering from
Pitanga by Nky Iweka.
Est. 2018 | West Kensington.
£20 Vegan | £20 Chicken | £24 Beef | £26 Seafood
“I’d order any fish dish at Pitanga.”
— Sir Idris Elba
As featured in Financial Times, The Observer, Bloomberg, National Geographic, TRT World, Time Out London & TopJaw.
Now offering curated drops, private & corporate catering.
Kensal Rise.
DM to reserve. Limited portions.
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Address
220 North End Road
London
W14 9NX
To get to the African restaurant located on North End Road in London, you can take the Tube and exit at West Kensington Station. From there, it is a 5-minute walk to the restaurant. Alternatively, you can take the bus and alight at the North End Road Market stop which is near the location of the restaurant.
If driving, please note that there are parking restrictions on North End Road during weekdays. However, parking may be available on nearby streets depending on availability.
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What people say
Pitanga - Nostalgic Nigerian Food is a gem of an African restaurant located on North End Road in London. The restaurant offers traditional and not-so-traditional Nigerian dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The owner, who draws on her Anglo-Nigerian roots, has created a menu that is both authentic and innovative. Pitanga is open from 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesday to Sunday, serving all-day breakfast and brunch until 5 pm and lunch from 12 pm. The daily specials supplement the core menu, ensuring there's always something new to try.
One of the best things about African restaurants is their ability to transport you to another place with their food. Pitanga does this exceptionally well with its nostalgic Nigerian cuisine. The restaurant's garden provides a lovely setting for enjoying a beer, some wine or a soft drink while nibbling on some delicious food.
The social media posts by the owner add a personal touch to the restaurant's online presence, making it feel like you're part of the family. Auntie Nky's meal preps for her weight loss journey are inspiring, and her humorous take on the jollof war between Nigeria and Ghana adds a fun element to following Pitanga on social media.
Overall, Pitanga - Nostalgic Nigerian Food is a must-visit for anyone looking for an authentic African dining experience in London. With its delicious food, warm atmosphere, and friendly staff, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become such a popular spot among locals and tourists alike.
