In this interview with AISHA OLADIPO, Mrs. Jumoke Sanni, owner of B.J. Diners, shares her love for cooking and her adventures with different kinds of meals.
How long have you been in the catering profession?
I actually studied Catering and Hotel Management at the Kwara State Polytechnic, Kwara State and started the business in 2000.
What inspired your choice of course?
I was in my early 20s and I realised I didn’t want to have to search for a white-collar job. So, I figured this line of business would give me the independence I wanted.
Was it just about job prospects?
Not really, I equally enjoy cooking.
Where do you see yourself in the nearest future?
I still want to remain in the business. I offer outside catering and events planning services presently but I want to serve door to door meals, make deliveries to offices, homes and so forth.
Can you allow your spouse to cook for you?
Of course, I can.
Where are you from?
Ilorin, Kwara State.
What is the special dish prepared by your people?
Amala with Luru which is also known as “miyan kuka” in Hausa language
What is the recipe for this soup?
Luru can be of different forms; we have the dried leaves and the powdered type. The fresh ones are commonly found in the northern part of the country.
I actually studied Catering and Hotel Management at the Kwara State Polytechnic, Kwara State and started the business in 2000.
What inspired your choice of course?
I was in my early 20s and I realised I didn’t want to have to search for a white-collar job. So, I figured this line of business would give me the independence I wanted.
Was it just about job prospects?
Not really, I equally enjoy cooking.
Where do you see yourself in the nearest future?
I still want to remain in the business. I offer outside catering and events planning services presently but I want to serve door to door meals, make deliveries to offices, homes and so forth.
Can you allow your spouse to cook for you?
Of course, I can.
Where are you from?
Ilorin, Kwara State.
What is the special dish prepared by your people?
Amala with Luru which is also known as “miyan kuka” in Hausa language
What is the recipe for this soup?
Luru can be of different forms; we have the dried leaves and the powdered type. The fresh ones are commonly found in the northern part of the country.
To prepare it, boil water and using a small broom, pour powdered luru in bit by bit. Spread it in the water, then mash thoroughly to prevent lumps and arrive at the consistency of your preference. Add other ingredients such as cray fish, dry fish, stock fish, ponmo.
Have you ever tried to create your own recipe?
I have tried rice and beans mixed together. I call it ewa riro. When I initially served this dish, it wasn’t accepted because it’s different from the way it is usually prepared. But as time went by, they got used to it and accepted it.
Who is your model when it comes to catering?
My model is the M.D of Tantalizers, Mrs. Ayeni.
Tell us about the worst dish you have ever prepared?
It was back in school when I wanted to write my final year paper. I picked a question which was about baking. It was a baking contest. We were supposed to use bi-carbonate of soda; instead I used baking powder because I did not know how to use bi-carbonate of soda. I spent all my money on it. When I presented my work, I got disqualified for using the wrong ingredient. I had to retake the course with OND students. By then, I had learnt my mistake.
Have you ever tried your hands on continental dishes?
Yes, I have. I tried chips and salad.
Can you share the recipe?
For the chips, slice and soak in salt and then deep fry. Most people eat it with tomato sauce. To prepare the tomato sauce, grate fresh tomatoes, onion, and little pepper. Fry it for a while and then boil. It shouldn’t be too oily.
Have you ever tried to create your own recipe?
I have tried rice and beans mixed together. I call it ewa riro. When I initially served this dish, it wasn’t accepted because it’s different from the way it is usually prepared. But as time went by, they got used to it and accepted it.
Who is your model when it comes to catering?
My model is the M.D of Tantalizers, Mrs. Ayeni.
Tell us about the worst dish you have ever prepared?
It was back in school when I wanted to write my final year paper. I picked a question which was about baking. It was a baking contest. We were supposed to use bi-carbonate of soda; instead I used baking powder because I did not know how to use bi-carbonate of soda. I spent all my money on it. When I presented my work, I got disqualified for using the wrong ingredient. I had to retake the course with OND students. By then, I had learnt my mistake.
Have you ever tried your hands on continental dishes?
Yes, I have. I tried chips and salad.
Can you share the recipe?
For the chips, slice and soak in salt and then deep fry. Most people eat it with tomato sauce. To prepare the tomato sauce, grate fresh tomatoes, onion, and little pepper. Fry it for a while and then boil. It shouldn’t be too oily.
For salad, you cut cabbage, carrot, cucumber, lettuce, boiled eggs, boiled potatoes, macaroni which must have been parboiled with little sugar, tuna flakes (fish) or corned beef and add salad cream to it.
What dish do you prepare with greatest ease?
Any food at all, because cooking has become a part of me.
What dish do you prepare with greatest ease?
Any food at all, because cooking has become a part of me.
0 comments:
Post a Comment