Africa’s Culinary Revolution: How an Escoffier Grad Is Leading Culinary Innovation in Nigeria

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!
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
03:26 - Changing the Conversation Around African Cuisine
12:42 - Childhood Loves
20:08 - Early Career, plus Cakes 'N' More
27:16 - Beks and the Entrepreneurial Spirit
36:57 - A Short Course Becomes a Culinary Diploma
41:27 - Memories and Lessons from Escoffier
48:40 - Empowering Women
51:15 - Changing the Culinary Landscape
55:12 - Bekei Ijewere's Ultimate Dish
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I love this! I heard of dish that uses Berbere seasoning and had tomatoe and beans. I believe it's an Ethiopian dish. Do you know what that dish is?I want to make it and try it. I can't handle spice unfortunately I am allergic to all shell fish, sea food and fish. It can be deadly.