Cassandra Nwoko
Professional Chef · Lagos Island
4–7 years cooking experiencePersonal information
- Full name
- Cassandra Nwoko
- Location
- Lagos Island
- Gender
- Female
- Age
- 27
- Social handles
- Cassiewalkas_seafood
Applicant profile
- Applicant type
- Professional Chef
- Applicant type other
- —
- Current occupation
- Chef
- Cooking experience
- 4–7 years
Competition experience
- Prior competitions
- No
- Competition details
- —
Competition readiness
- Available throughout competition
- Yes
Entrepreneurship and impact
- Runs a food business
- No
- Business name
- —
- Business type
- —
- Years in operation
- —
- Business challenge
- —
Culinary journey
My culinary journey began with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. Over the past 8 years, I’ve grown into a Head Chef, constantly learning, pushing my creativity, and refining my skills through dedication, innovation, and a love for great food.
Cooking inspiration
My cooking is inspired by African flavors, creativity, and the joy of creating unforgettable dining experiences that bring people together.
Signature dish
My signature dish is a reimagined Deviled Egg. It’s simple yet refined, combining bold flavors, elegant presentation, and modern techniques to transform a familiar classic into a memorable fine dining experience.
Why I want to participate
want to participate in EkoFlavor because it’s an opportunity to showcase my creativity and passion for food on a bigger stage. I also want to challenge myself, push my limits under pressure, and show what I can create within a limited time.
What winning would mean
Winning would mean everything to me. It would be the reward for years of hard work, resilience, and believing in my dream. It would make my family, especially my grandmother, proud, open new doors for my career, and inspire me to keep pushing the boundaries of my creativity.