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Africa’s Culinary Revolution: How an Escoffier Grad Is Leading Culinary Innovation in Nigeria
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In today’s episode, we speak with our guest Bekei Ijewere, an Escoffier graduate and founder of Beks Culinary Academy in Lagos, Nigeria.
What makes Bekei's story truly captivating is her unconventional path into the culinary realm. Trained initially as a chartered accountant, she seamlessly merged her financial acumen with her deep-rooted passion for the culinary arts. In 2021, Bekei established Beks Culinary Academy, marking the beginning of her mission to revolutionize Africa's culinary landscape.
Listen as Bekei shares her unique perspective on Africa's dynamic culinary scene, her commitment to fostering opportunities for women at Beks Culinary Academy, and much more!
Chapters
1. Africa’s Culinary Revolution: How an Escoffier Grad Is Leading Culinary Innovation in Nigeria (00:00:00)
2. Changing the Conversation Around African Cuisine (00:03:29)
3. Childhood Loves (00:11:45)
4. Early Career, plus Cakes 'N' More (00:18:28)
5. Beks and the Entrepreneurial Spirit (00:25:15)
6. A Short Course Becomes a Culinary Diploma (00:34:04)
7. Memories and Lessons from Escoffier (00:38:06)
8. Empowering Women (00:44:47)
9. Changing the Culinary Landscape (00:47:13)
10. Bekei Ijewere's Ultimate Dish (00:51:03)
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