Making of the
Chef
Discovering Africa's hidden culinary talent — and putting it on the world stage. One kitchen, one nation, one unforgettable season at a time.
Culinary art, African pride, a global stage.
Making of the Chef is a culinary television competition that discovers local talent across Africa, mentors it with world-class chefs, and celebrates each nation's heritage through its native dishes. We turn rhythm, resilience and raw talent into real careers — and bring African flavour to audiences everywhere.
Position Africa's kitchens as a world-class culinary and hospitality force.
Empower youth, celebrate African cuisine, and drive cultural diplomacy through food.
From audition to the grand finale.
A 13-episode journey that tests creativity, technique and nerve — ending in a live, internationally judged final.
Auditions
Nationwide casting across major cities, uncovering remarkable hidden talent wherever it's found.
Mentorship
The chosen 20 are guided by seasoned chefs, sharpening technique and building a real culinary repertoire.
Weekly Challenges
Elimination challenges push contestants to think fast, adapt and perform — across 13 episodes of pressure and creativity.
Grand Finale
A thrilling live final with international judges, an international stage, and a life-changing prize.
World-class guidance in every kitchen.
Chef Eric Yeager
Executive Chef of Cedar Point Club (Suffolk, VA) and a member of the 2020 ACF USA Culinary Olympic Regional Team. An award-winning professional bringing international pedigree and mentorship to the next generation of talent.
One format, every nation.
We've proven the model — now we're taking it across the continent, each season celebrating a country's own culinary identity.
CompletedNigeria
Two full seasons completed, with the grand finale held in the United States. The blueprint for everything that follows.
Next UpThe Next Season
Twenty new contestants, mentored by Chef Eric Yeager and a renowned local chef, celebrating the host nation's cuisine. The next country, revealed soon.
In AssociationUSA · Stratford
In association with Stratford — bringing the grand finale and mentorship to a global, international stage.
Heritage on a plate.
Every challenge celebrates the dishes that define a nation — reimagined with modern technique.
Matooke Katogo
Green bananas simmered with beans or meat, groundnut sauce, onions, tomatoes and green peppers — comfort food, elevated.
Ugandan Rolex
A rolled chapati wrapped around eggs, onions, tomatoes and shredded cabbage — the nation's beloved street classic.
Think you've got what it takes?
We're searching for the next generation of culinary talent. If you can cook with heart, creativity and nerve under pressure — this is your stage.
Put your brand at the heart of the story.
Reaching an estimated 15 million viewers across TV, radio and streaming. Align your brand with youth empowerment, culture and food.
- Program title ownership — "Brought to you by…"
- Branded chef jackets & aprons
- 2× 30-sec spot ads per sponsored episode
- Brand guest on the show (2 episodes)
- Full exposure across all platforms
- 1× 30-sec spot ad per sponsored episode
- Logo flash / pop-up (4 per episode)
- TV, radio & press promo mentions
- Online & social brand exposure
- End credit
- 1× 15-sec spot ad per sponsored episode
- Logo flash / pop-up (2 per episode)
- TV, radio & press promo mentions
- Online & social brand exposure
- End credit
Product placement available for official partners — cooking oil, rice, seasoning, appliances, utensils, beverages, banking & airline categories.
Reach that moves nations.
TV Networks
NTV Uganda, UBC, DStv, Africa Magic East.
Radio
Capital FM, Sanyu FM, Galaxy FM.
Streaming
YouTube, Showmax, Twitch, Kick, TikTok Live.
Jobs Created
100+ direct production jobs across the host nation.
Careers Launched
20 contestants developed in the culinary arts each season.
Food Diplomacy
Promoting local agriculture, tourism and a nation's image through food.
Let's cook something up.
Auditions, sponsorship, press or partnership — reach the right desk below, or send a message.