Accra, Ghana — The Professional Chefs of Sierra Leone took center stage at the Ghana West African Food Festival, leading the tables on Sierra Leonean cuisine and drawing enthusiastic crowds from across the region. The delegation, highlighted by Chef Kainesie at the helm, showcased a vibrant tapestry of flavors that captivated judges and festival-goers alike.
Chef Kainesie led the delegation with flair, guiding a series of live demonstrations and tastings that put Sierra Leone’s culinary traditions in the spotlight. Serving on the esteemed panel of judges was Chef Fanta, whose discerning palate and seasoned expertise lent credibility and excitement to the competition segments.
As arrival momentum continues to rise, the Sierra Leone team has been conducting outreach beyond the festival grounds, including a growing number of visits to schools in Ghana. These educational visits are aimed at sharing culinary techniques, nutrition insights, and cultural stories behind Sierra Leonean dishes, fostering cross-border appreciation for West African cuisine.
Sierra Leone’s participation is timely as preparations ramp up for the 2026 UNTOURISM Gastronomy Conference in April. The collaboration promises to strengthen regional culinary ties and pave the way for future culinary exchanges, tastings, and joint events across West Africa.
