As a Nigerian student living on campus, here are a few places to get nice meals from if you are craving local dishes:
On the other hand, if you'd like simpler meals or fast food, you can also check out these:
Asian Gourmet
Urban Eatery
The easiest access to groceries on TMU's campus are The Metro behind the George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, and Loblaws beside the Mattamy Athletic Centre on Carlton.
But if you're sourcing for African/Carribean items, the most recommended store is Ticana on Parliament.
Masjid Toronto
The Multi-faith rooms at the Oakham House on Gould street is also home to religious groups like the Muslim Students's Association's Prayer room, and weekly campus fellowships of Christ Embassy and TICC.
For all things hair and nails, these were the most recurring recommendations by students.
Where to buy extensions?
Where to get braids?
Where to get haircuts?
The Eaton Centre on Yonge & Dundas is an amazing place to go shopping for new clothes with recommended stores like Zara and H&M for reasonably affordable items.
Other Recommended stores include West 49 opposite Little Canada and Value Village, a thrift store on Queen street East.