ANNUAL CULINARY CALENDAR
These are some annual events where the Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria actively engages in and is fully represented.
Our Board
The Association partners with the Chartered Institute of Hospitality, Tourism and Management to ensure a unified qualification framework for its members where registered members of the Association acquires international training.
The association amplifies culinary connectivity through competitions, and educational programs, creating ecosystems where professionals exchange ideas, benchmark skills, and drive industry evolution
The Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria empowers its members by actively creating pathways to prestigious culinary competitions, both locally and globally through structured programs and partnerships.
Our Members
The Annual National Culinary
The Annual National Culinary Summit is a yearly upgrade program of the Association where culinary practitioners, food bloggers, food writers, caterers, trainers and promoters come together for the purpose of food tourism promotion, training, exposure and networking. It holds in rotation around the country.
The 10th Culinary Summit tagged NIGER DELTA FOOD FESTIVAL is scheduled for the 10th to 15th of August 2025 in Port Harcourt Rivers State Nigeria.
UNITED NATIONS WORLD FOOD DAY
United Nation World Food day is observed by every State Chapter on the 16th October every year.
World Chefs Day is observed by individual State Chapters every 20th October every year
THE WEST AFRICAN FOOD FESTIVAL (WAFFEST)
The WEST AFRICAN FOOD FESTIVAL (WAFFEST) is a major event of the West African Chefs to promote, celebrate and sustain the West African food culture.
It is a magnificent event which is held annually in rotation among the West African State but draws participants from all over Africa to compete, be trained, network, showcase individual culinary skills and initiative.
The Worldchefs Congress & Expo
The World Chefs Congress is the global leading platform that brings together chef delegates and professionals from across the five continents, and delivers a unique program to help industry players network and expand their professional bonds.
For enquiry or consultation, contact us via our communication channels and we will get on it immediately.
ABOUT US
Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria (APCN) is a the official representative of the Nigerian Chefs since its inauguration at Calabar the capital of Cross River State. in 2011 and subsequently registered under the laws of the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2012.
It is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political organization. APCN is endorsed and enjoys the support of all Tourism and hospitality agencies in Nigeria. APCN is a registered member of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN). With a wide range of National and international affiliations, APCN has it presence in the thirty-six states of the federation including FCT –Abuja
The Association partners with the Chartered Institute of Hospitality, Tourism and Management to ensure a unified qualification framework for its members where registered members of the Association acquires international training.
The association amplifies culinary connectivity through competitions, and educational programs, creating ecosystems where professionals exchange ideas, benchmark skills, and drive industry evolution
The Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria empowers its members by actively creating pathways to prestigious culinary competitions, both locally and globally through structured programs and partnerships.
Our Members
Our Mission Statement
To be the leading culinary organization in Nigeria, promoting excellence, innovation, and professionalism in the culinary industry, while fostering a community of skilled Chefs who contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria’s cuisines.
To set standards in the culinary profession in Nigeria, provide expertise support to the hospitality industry and promote Nigeria’s food culture in order to enhance the food tourism potentials of the country.
THE HAAPI FOOD FESTIVAL
The African Chefs United with the headquarters in Johannesburg, SA has been the first galvanizing force of the African Chefs with the Hospitality All African Imbizo (HAAPI). it is an annual event hosted in rotation around African countries.
Since 2013, the HAAPI festival has been dedicated to enriching African societies and economies by celebrating and preserving our cultural heritage.
Awards and Medals
Explore Nigerian Chefs medals and awards, in recognition of their commitment to advancing the culinary arts profession.
AFRICAN CHEF ALLIANCE
The African Chefs Alliance with its headquarters in Monrovia, Liberia is Africa’s largest network of Chefs and gastronomy experts. ACA is a non-profit, multi-cultural, inclusive and transparent organisation promoting, advocation and facilitating multi-national representation and collaborative interaction and prioritising culinary education and the preservation of our gastronomic heritage.
For enquiry or consultation, contact us via our communication channels and we will get on it immediately.