The now famous Nigerian chef, Hilda Bassey

is the founder of the culinary service and premium restaurant “myfoodbyhilda“.

the young multi talented caterer, host, and content creator

“Hilda baci” full name “Hilda Effiong Bassey”

hails from Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria

and has catering roots, as her mother

Mrs. Lynda Ndukwe, is the founder and CEO of Calabar pot.

a restaurant and catering service in Lagos, Nigeria.

what did Hilda do and why is her name on so many lips?

here’s everything we know about Hilda Baci and her record breaking feat

BACKGROUND

The 26 year old “foodprenuer” was born on September 20, 1996.

and is a graduate of sociology from Madonna university

in anambara state, Nigeria.

Hilda’s true passion however, is cooking.

inspired by her mother’s culinary techniques

Hilda took her cooking on air

with a segment on Rave TV’s breakfast show titled “in my kitchen”.

 She was also the host of “Dine on A Budget” on Pop Central TV.

Hilda has received accolades for her efforts in cooking and acting

in 2021, she was crowned the winner of the JollofFaceoff.

she also starred in the movie “Dream Chaser.”

that was nominated for Best Movie at the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA).

Miss bassey also has a history of humanitarian efforts

 During the Covid-19 pandemic, she provided over 3,000 meals to less privileged communities

She has also trained over 2,500 students in the culinary arts

giving prizes and incentives to the best-performing students.

THE COOKATHON

on the 11th of may 2023

Hilda embarked on a 4-day cooking Marthon

to end on the 15th of may.

the challenge was an attempt to break the guiness world record

for longest solo cooking marathon

which was previously set by indian chef Lata Tandon

at 87 hours 45 minutes.

on Monday afternoon the 15th of may

hilda broke the record after she had spent 88 hours cooking non-stop

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