Lagos set to embrace Firewood Jollof Festival
By Ralph Tathagata
Plans are underway to create unforgettable experience for jollof rice connoisseurs as Firewood Rice Nigeria, a renowned food restaurant and corporate catering service announce the 2024 upcoming Firewood Jollof Festival.
The festival, scheduled for November 30, 2024, at the Muri Okunola Park in Lagos Nigeria, aims to leverage the momentum to create a vibrant and festive celebration of Nigerian cuisine and culinary heritage.
The brand owners, while speaking about this year’s event with the theme, “An Infusion of Firewood and Flavours,” promised to unite food enthusiasts and cultural aficionados in a unique celebration of the iconic firewood-cooked Jollof Rice.
Chizoma Chukwueke, CEO of Firewood Rice Nigeria, while speaking on the event, revealed the driving force behind the event.
“We created Firewood Jollof in response to the nostalgia for the traditional smoky taste of firewood-cooked Jollof Rice. Our aim is to preserve this cherished culinary experience while celebrating our Nigerian heritage. Firewood Jollof has garnered immense popularity at prominent events like the GTB Food and Drink Fair and the Knorr Jollof Festival, where it emerged as a crowd favorite. This festival serves as a celebration of the brand’s success and a testament to the community’s unwavering support.”
Sixtus Kachukwu, Customer Service Manager at Firewood Rice Nigeria, shed light on the distinctive features and competitive edge of the Firewood Jollof Festival, while unveiling the captivating experiences slated for the event.
“We have a thrilling experience in store for attendees,” he revealed. “The event will feature an impressive display of mouthwatering dishes and delectable desserts. Additionally, we’ve lined up an impressive roster of celebrity hosts, including Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Yemisi Sophie Odusanya, popularly known as Sisi Yemmie, and Hilda Baci, who will spearhead an engaging mini cookathon. Get ready for an unforgettable experience featuring live music, thrilling entertainment, and mouthwatering food.”
In the lead-up to the festival, Firewood Rice Nigeria has been generating excitement across Lagos with a large-scale food drive, targeting local communities. This initiative, which shares the signature flavour of Firewood Jollof with the community, has garnered significant attention and a sizable following.
Firewood Jollof has carved a niche for itself by specialising in corporate lunch services, catering to over 10 esteemed corporate clients across Lagos. The company also offers event catering, providing exceptional culinary experiences for top organisations, celebrities, influencers, and individuals at events such as weddings, birthday parties, end-of-year celebrations, and meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars.
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