THE MIDUNU INSTITUTE 

CULINARY JOURNEY WITH CHEF SELASSIE ATADIKA

Beyond Jollof™

24 -25 August 2022

ACCRA, GHANA

Chef Selassie Atadika invites you for a thrilling 2-day Food Tour exploring her city, Accra and the full richness of it’s culinary diversity

YOUR JOURNEY

The program begins with an open and candid conversation with change makers in the food and agriculture industry. Then we hit the streets for a tour of Accra’s favourite “chop bars” and end the first day with a cocktail reception of food and agriculture industry insiders

On day two, we make our way out of Accra to get insights further down the value chain and to round up your trip, with a seat at the table at Midunu House for an intimate tasting menu with Chef Selassie Atadika

why attend?

Looking to go beyond the ‘jollof wars’ and the fufu challenge? Did Netflix’s High on the Hog peaked your interest into the origins of African-American cuisine? Passionate about plant-forward eating and looking for new insights? A supporter of the preservation of traditional foodways?

Then this trip is for you!

The Midunu Institute endeavours to make a change. Our work begins where culture, community and cuisine intersect with environment, sustainability and economy. Join us for two amazing days where we deep dive into Ghanaian cuisine and foodways and transform the way you eat and think about West African cuisine.

who should attend?

  • Those interested in exploring Ghanaian Cuisine first hand

  • Those looking for a deeper understanding of the roots of African-American cuisine

  • Foodies with an adventurous palette

  • Plant-forward eaters

  • Those interested in the preservation of food culture

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what does it cost?

We offer a land package with five-star hotel accommodations starting at $1800 for those coming from out of town and a land package without accommodation for $1100 for those based in Accra. Both options are all-inclusive and cover most meals, transportation, and all culinary activities in our itinerary. Complete our form, and we will reach out to you to finalize arrangements.

  • Chef Selassie is a decorated and world-renowned chef. Often coveted for her thought leadership, her ’New African Cuisine’ and artisanal chocolates - all of which creatively incorporate traditional African ingredients and culinary knowledge.

  • The Midunu Institute is a non-profit driving positive change and impact in Ghana’s food and agricultural ecosystem. Learn more.

  • Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra is the only five-star luxury hotel in the city. Conveniently located in the downtown business district. Seven minutes away from the hotel is the Accra Art Centre, Ghana’s largest art market and tourist heaven.

  • The all inclusive land package starts at $1800 with accommodation and $1100 without accommodation

  • Accra, Ghana’s capital, is located in the southern most part of the country - with a rich history and beautiful culture. Accra is fast becoming one of Africa’s most influential cities.

  • If you want to explore Ghana before or after our program, we’ve got you covered. We are partnering with one of our favorite tour companies for excursions around Accra or to Cape Coast. Watch this space!

Need more information?

Drop us a line and we’ll arrange a call to see if this culinary journey is right for you.