Knorr has celebrated Nigerian meals tradition and culinary experience because the headline sponsor of the Culinary Arts Practitioners Association Nigeria (CAPA) Day 2026. Through its participation, the model recognised the cooks, caterers and meals professionals whose expertise and creativity form the meals that deliver individuals collectively and make particular events memorable.
The occasion was held on Tuesday, on the Hall of Odin, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Held underneath the theme “Root to Relevance,” CAPA Day 2026 explored the connection between culinary heritage and innovation, with discussions round information sharing, sustainability and the way forward for meals.
Culinary specialists, together with the president, Chiamaka Nwakalor-Egemba, popularly often known as Chef Amaka; the vice-president, Ladipo Ayodeji, often known as Chef Dee; and Tolani Tayo-Osikoya, often known as Chef T, joined fellow practitioners to have fun the traditions, expertise and concepts shaping Nigeria’s culinary trade.
As a part of its participation, Knorr hosted a cooking showcase that includes its Smokey Party Jollof Seasoning, demonstrating how the seasoning could possibly be integrated into completely different dishes.
The occasion additionally recognised culinary expertise by a contest, with Chef Adesuwa Edogun (Chef Eva) rising in first place, adopted by Chef Mujidah Adegbayi (Chef MOA) in second place, Chef Ummulkhuthum (Chef Ok) in third place, and Chef Adeola Kukoyi in fourth place.
Speaking on Knorr’s sponsorship for this 12 months’s occasion, Dexter Adeola, Foods Marketing Innovation & EWA Strategy Lead at Unilever, stated, “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 occasion additionally marked the induction of recent members into CAPA.
