Being away from home comes with its joys and its challenges. For many Nigerian mums living in the UK, there are little things that tug at their hearts every day. The smell of native homemade soups, the sound of market women haggling, or the sight of ripe plantains stacked high at the roadside and many more beautiful home memories… they’re not just memories; they’re parts of who we are.

At Zoam, we believe home shouldn’t feel so far away. Here are 10 things Nigerian mums often miss and how we bring them closer, one delivery at a time.

1. The Taste of Authentic Nigerian Soups
From Egusi to Ogbono to ila (Okro), nothing beats the flavor of Mum’s or Honey’s pot. Zoam offers fresh palm oil, crayfish, stockfish, and Indigenous spices to recreate that just-like-home taste you have yawning for since you have been abroad

2. The Aroma of Sunday Rice
We know how sacred Sunday meals are in Nigerian homes, whether it is Sunday party jollof, white rice and sauce, or fried rice, Sundays are always lit at home and that’s why we at Zoam offer you the great pleasure of keeping the tradition and memories going even when you are far from home with our wide range of ingredients like Maggi cubes to long grain rice, tomato paste all delivered to your doorstep, hassle and stress-free. 

3. Quick Visits to Mama’s Stall
You may not be able to walk into Mama Nneka’s or Mama Shola’s shop back home, but with Zoam’s website and store, you get that same convenience and more online. We offer all the African ingredients that you will need for you to create that lovely meal you have been longing to cook for the family.

4. That Special Mama’s Touch
Nothing beats Mum’s wiping that favorite meal for you when giving her the ingredients she trusts. Locally-sourced, Nigerian-loved. It’s the little things that make every meal feel special. We offer you the best African ingredients and foodstuff, from freshly picked vegetables to fresh palm oil.

5. Festive Food Prep with Aunties
Easter, Christmas, or birthdays, no celebration is complete without family gathering and cooking. Zoam helps you prep for it all with bundle deals that save time and money.

6. Watching Food Ripen on the Spot
From plantains, tomatoes to pepper, freshness is key to us. We’re obsessed with quality control so your pepper soup or stew tastes as hot and homey as it should.

7. Fresh Produce Straight from the Market
Those leafy greens and ripe tomatoes? We source quality Nigerian groceries so you don’t have to miss them or carry extra luggage on your way back from holiday. We do the heavy lifting so you can enjoy your African dishes without stress.

8. The Comfort of Group Shopping
Remember when our mothers and their friends would buy a basket of tomatoes or a bag of rice together so they could split it? We bring that same community vibe with our bulk buying option and offer, perfect for families that want to buy in bulk together. 

9. The Crunchy Delight of Chin Chin
Nothing beats the satisfying crunch of homemade Puff Puff! At Zoam, we stock authentic Puff Puff, pancake mixes, and ready‑to‑eat packs so you can enjoy these classic snacks anytime, anywhere in the UK. Click to shop your snack fix now

10. Feeling Seen and Understood
More than the food, it’s the feeling of being remembered. At Zoam, we don’t just sell groceries and African foodstuffs, we connect people to home, culture, and comfort.

For every mum who misses home a little more when cooking dinner or looking at her pantry, Zoam is here for you. Let us bring Nigeria to your doorstep fresh, fast, and full of love.

In today’s busy world, juggling family, work, and finding authentic African ingredients can feel like a full-time job, especially for mums and families in the UK. That’s where Zoam comes in.