The Wavecrest College of Hospitality recently marked its 50th anniversary in grand style, with the support of Gino and Bama, flagship brands of GB Foods Nigeria.
The event, themed: “African Hospitality: 50 Years and Beyond,” held between April 22nd to April 26th, 2024, was designed to celebrate African culinary mastery and hospitality.
The week-long activities include – hospitality awareness walk, where Wavecrest students shared party jollof and Bama sandwiches with locals, showcasing the essence of African hospitality. This was followed by industry engagement, which featured insights from experts like of the Managing Director, Lagos-based W Hospitality Group and Chairman of Hotel Partners Africa, Mr. Trevor Ward; the Operations Manager at Lakowe Lakes Golf and Country Estate, Mrs. Ona Offiaeli, and the Managing Director of GB Foods Africa, Nigeria, Mr. Vincent Egbe.
The “Chef Battle,” a culinary competition, was the week’s highlight, which enabled the contestants to create innovative dishes using Gino and Bama products. Winners included Lagoon Institute for Hospitality Studies students, CMK Culinary School, and Wavecrest College.
A boot camp provided additional skills in food photography, makeup artistry, personal branding, and social media management. The week also included a Games Day and outreach activities to underserved communities.
The CEO of GB Foods Nigeria, Egbe, emphasised the importance of accessibility, affordability, flavour, nutrition, consistency, convenience, and quality in Nigeria’s food revolution.
The Grand Finale featured an Open Day and Food Fair, welcoming 305 secondary school students, families, and friends to enjoy Gino’s offerings. The event highlighted career opportunities in hospitality and showcased the partnership between GB Foods Nigeria and Wavecrest College, which are leaders in Nigeria’s vibrant culinary and hospitality industry.
