Ghanaian culinary professional Bibiana Gyasi, popularly known as Chef Lifestyle, is set to represent Ghana as a panellist at the 2026 Nigeria Food Summit, one of Africa’s leading gatherings focused on food, gastronomy and culinary innovation.
The two day summit, scheduled for July 21 to 22, 2026, will be held at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, under the theme “Gastronomy in Nigeria: Journey to Standardisation.” The event will bring together chefs, food entrepreneurs, restaurateurs, producers, policymakers, hospitality professionals, investors and innovators from across Africa to discuss the future of the continent’s food industry.
Bibiana Gyasi will participate in the “Africa Unite” panel, a session dedicated to exploring how collaboration among African countries can strengthen the continent’s food ecosystem. The discussion will focus on expanding trade, encouraging innovation, preserving Africa’s diverse culinary traditions and positioning African gastronomy as a competitive force on the global stage.
Her inclusion among the panelists highlights the growing recognition of Ghana’s culinary industry and the important role Ghanaian chefs continue to play in promoting African cuisine beyond their borders.
Now in its latest edition, the Nigeria Food Summit has become an influential platform for conversations around food production, hospitality, sustainability, tourism, innovation and culinary excellence. The summit seeks to bridge the gap between industry professionals and policymakers while creating opportunities for networking, investment and knowledge sharing across the food value chain.
This year’s theme places a strong emphasis on standardisation, with discussions expected to examine how consistent food quality, improved safety standards and stronger industry regulations can help African cuisine compete more effectively on the international market. Organisers believe standardisation will play a crucial role in unlocking new opportunities for exports, tourism and economic growth while preserving the authenticity of Africa’s rich culinary heritage.
Beyond the panel discussions, attendees will experience exhibitions, masterclasses, culinary demonstrations, networking sessions and conversations designed to inspire innovation and collaboration within Africa’s rapidly evolving food industry.
For Bibiana Gyasi, the invitation represents another opportunity to showcase Ghana’s vibrant food culture while contributing to meaningful discussions about the future of African gastronomy. As a panellist on the Africa Unite session, she will join other industry leaders in examining how African countries can work together to build a stronger, more connected and globally recognised culinary ecosystem.
Her participation also reflects the increasing influence of Ghanaian culinary professionals on the continental stage, reinforcing Ghana’s position as one of Africa’s emerging voices in gastronomy and food entrepreneurship.
As industry leaders gather in Lagos this week, Bibiana Gyasi will proudly represent Ghana in conversations that could help shape the future of African cuisine, strengthen cross border partnerships and celebrate the continent’s rich and diverse culinary identity.