Knorr a seasoning brand has celebrated Nigerian food culture and culinary expertise as the headline sponsor of the Culinary Arts Practitioners Association Nigeria (CAPA) Day at Oniru Victoria Island Lagos.
The brand recognised the chefs caterers and food professionals whose skills and creativity shape the meals that bring people together and make special occasions memorable.
Held under the theme ‘Root to Relevance’ the event explored the relationship between culinary heritage and innovation with discussions around knowledge sharing sustainability and the future of food.
Culinary experts including the President Chiamaka Nwakalor-Egemba popularly known as Chef Amaka; the Vice-President Ladipo Ayodeji known as Chef Dee; and Tolani Tayo-Osikoya known as Chef T joined fellow practitioners to celebrate the traditions skills and ideas shaping Nigeria’s culinary industry.
Knorr hosted a cooking showcase featuring its Smokey Party Jollof Seasoning demonstrating how the seasoning could be incorporated into various dishes.
The event also recognised culinary talent through a contest with Chef Adesuwa Edogun (Chef Eva) emerging in first position followed by Chef Mujidah Adegbayi (Chef MOA) in second place Chef Ummulkhuthum (Chef K) in third place and Chef Adeola Kukoyi in fourth place.
Speaking on Knorr’s sponsorship for this year’s event Dexter Adeola Foods Marketing Innovation and EWA Strategy Lead at Unilever said ‘We are proud to be part of CAPA Day 2026 and to support the culinary professionals who play an important role in Nigeria’s food culture. Their skill and creativity help preserve our food traditions while bringing new ideas to the kitchen. Our participation reflects our commitment to celebrating these professionals and the role they play in bringing people together through food.’
The event also marked the induction of new members into CAPA welcoming more practitioners into the association and reinforcing its commitment to developing Nigeria’s culinary community. Through its headline sponsorship Knorr supported a platform for culinary professionals to exchange knowledge celebrate their achievements and contribute to the continued growth of the country’s food industry.