Eko Flavours Unveils “A Seat at the Table” to Elevate Nigeria’s Gastronomy Economy
On June 18, the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems partnered with Culinara Group, Tantacom and MIPAD to celebrate World Gastronomy Day at Victoria Island. The theme, “A Seat at the Table,” placed food producers and culinary experts at the heart of the state’s economic vision. Speakers highlighted how linking farmers, chefs and food entrepreneurs can boost incomes, add value and drive tourism. They called for coordinated policies to connect smallholder producers with processors, distributors, hospitality operators and exporters. A panel of chefs, agronomists, investors and tourism experts proposed practical steps. Recommendations included forming a Lagos Gastronomy Council, offering grants and low-interest loans to food startups, embedding culinary and agribusiness training in schools, and marketing Nigerian cuisine at global events. The event also featured the launch of Eko Flavours Season 3.0. Contestants will create dishes, pitch business ideas and tackle waste-reduction challenges. The clear call to action: unite government, industry and investors to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s gastronomy sector.
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