Meet the Culinary Titans

Meet the Culinary Titans of
Naija Food Festival 2026!

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Meet the Culinary Titans of Naija Food Festival 2026!

We're thrilled to confirm celebrity chef Hilda Baci for Naija Food Festival 2026! More of Nigeria's most celebrated and innovative culinary talent will be announced soon — stay tuned.

Hilda Bacci

Hilda Bacci

Hilda Effiong Bassey, known as Hilda Baci, is a Nigerian chef who formerly held the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon (93 hours 11 minutes). She is passionate about promoting Nigerian cuisine globally and inspiring young African women through her culinary expertise.

Chef showcase

Our celebrity chef lineup for Naija Food Festival 2026 is still being finalized! We're bringing together a dazzling array of culinary talent, from pioneers of Nigerian gastronomy to the rising stars pushing the boundaries of flavour.

Expect to see chefs who are:

  • • Masters of traditional Nigerian regional cuisines.
  • • Innovators in Afro-fusion cooking.
  • • Experts in pastry and dessert making.
  • • Advocates for sustainable and local sourcing.
  • • Celebrated restaurateurs and media personalities.

Stay tuned as we reveal our incredible chef lineup soon! Follow us on social media for the latest announcements.

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