Chef Phillip Glaggo’s latest book at the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria In collaboration with Abuja Culinary School
The culinary world is one that is constantly evolving, with chefs and food enthusiasts alike always looking for new ways to innovate and create exciting dishes.
The fusion of different cuisines is one such trend that has gained popularity in recent times, and the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria, in association with Abuja Culinary School, recently launched a cookbook that embodies this trend.
Sweden meets Nigeria
Sweden meets Nigeria is a cookbook that compiles most of Chef Phillipe Glaggo’s recipes over the years.
Chef Phillipe is a renowned chef who has explored the fusion of Swedish and Nigerian cuisines, creating a unique blend of flavors that is sure to tantalize taste buds.
The book features a compilation of Chef Phillipe’s recipes over the years, exploring Swedish-Nigerian fusion dishes, incorporating traditional Swedish dishes with recipes sourced from Nigeria.
The cookbook launch was a highly anticipated event, with food enthusiasts, chefs, and media personalities in attendance. The Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria organized the event, with the Head of Mission, Mr. Joran Bjallerstedt, opening the program.
Official Launch
The Swedish Ambassador, Annika Hahn-Englund, officially launched the cookbook alongside Chef Phillipe Glaggo.
The Director of Abuja Culinary School, Deborah Ogwuche, also gave a forward address, thanking the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria for teaching Abuja Culinary School students a one-day masterclass on Swedish cuisine.
The PA to the Ambassador, Ellen Folaranmi, was also commended for her superb organization of the event.
The launch of the cookbook was a celebration of the fusion of cultures through food. It showcased the diversity and creativity that can be achieved when different cuisines are blended together.
The event also highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and how it can lead to new experiences and discoveries.
The “Sweden meets Nigeria” cookbook is a testament to the power of fusion cuisine. It brings together two very different cultures and creates something unique and exciting.
The recipes in the cookbook are a reflection of Chef Phillipe Glaggo’s talent and creativity.
The yam pie, for example, is a perfect example of how the fusion of Swedish and Nigerian cuisines can result in a delicious and unexpected dish.
The substitution of yam for potatoes adds a new dimension to the dish, making it more flavorful and exciting.
Abuja Culinary School’s Role.
The Abuja Culinary School played a crucial role in the launch of the cookbook. The students of the school were able to recreate some of the dishes from the cookbook, such as Ostkaka Smaland, Egusi cake with chocolate ganache, Leek, potato soup, and passion fruit mousse.
The ability to recreate these dishes is a testament to the quality of education the Abuja Culinary School provides. It also showcases the school’s commitment to promoting the fusion of different cuisines and celebrating cultural diversity.
The launch of the cookbook was also an opportunity for the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria to showcase Swedish cuisine.
The one-day masterclass provided by the embassy was a unique opportunity for the students of Abuja Culinary School to learn new cuisine and explore new flavors.
This exchange of culinary knowledge and expertise is invaluable, and it helps to promote cultural understanding and appreciation.
In conclusion.
The launch of the “Sweden meets Nigeria” cookbook was a celebration of cultural exchange through food. The fusion of Swedish and Nigerian cuisines showcased in the cookbook is a testament to the power of food to bring people together and create new experiences.
The event also highlighted the importance of education and knowledge exchange in promoting cultural diversity and understanding.
The Abuja Culinary School and the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria deserve commendation for their commitment to promoting the fusion of different cuisines and cultural exchange through food.
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