Adenuga Oluwayimika Abisola
Professional Chef · Kosofe
1–3 years cooking experiencePersonal information
- Full name
- Adenuga Oluwayimika Abisola
- Location
- Kosofe
- Gender
- Female
- Age
- 28
- Social handles
- Har_nyfah
Applicant profile
- Applicant type
- Professional Chef
- Applicant type other
- Private chef
- Current occupation
- Chef
- Cooking experience
- 1–3 years
Competition experience
- Prior competitions
- No
- Competition details
- —
Competition readiness
- Available throughout competition
- Yes
Entrepreneurship and impact
- Runs a food business
- Yes
- Business name
- FOOD_N_MORE
- Business type
- Entrepreneur
- Years in operation
- 2
- Business challenge
- This competition will help me take FOOD N MORE to the next level by testing my speed, precision, and creativity under real pressure. It will sharpen my kitchen operations so I can handle bigger, high-stakes events with confidence. Plus, the platform gives my brand instant credibility and visibility, making it easier to attract new clients and connect with key industry leaders.
Culinary journey
My culinary journey is rooted in a deep respect for rich, regional flavors and the vibrant food culture that shaped me. What began as a passion for traditional home-cooked meals has evolved into a dedicated craft—blending classic culinary techniques with modern, artful presentation to reimagine elevated Nigerian and West African cuisine."
Cooking inspiration
Taking traditional, comforting Nigerian and West African flavors and reimagining them through modern techniques, editorial-style plating, and multi-course storytelling.
Signature dish
Pan-Seared Lamb Chops served alongside Scent Leaf Herb Rice and Charcoal-Grilled Garden Veggie ,
This dish takes familiar, comforting elements and elevates them into a refined fine-dining experience. The lamb chops are delicately seasoned with aromatic herbs and a touch of warmth, then seared to a succulent medium-rare with a gorgeous, savory crust. They are paired with fragrant basmati rice folded through fresh local scent leaf and vibrant green herbs, offering a refreshing, earthy counterpoint to the rich meat. Completed with vibrant, smoke-kissed seasonal vegetables, it is a masterclass in balance, texture, and clean, elegant presentation."
Why I want to participate
I am participating in this competition to challenge my craft, elevate West African culinary arts, and inspire the next generation of chefs.
What winning would mean
Winning would mean validation of the vision, hard work, and dedication I’ve poured into my craft. It’s proof that traditional West African flavors, when treated with modern technique and meticulous detail, belong on the highest competitive stages.
It would be a moment of deep pride for my team, my family, and everyone who has believed in my journey from day one.
