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14 Aug

I Have No Relations With Chef Smith – Esther Smith Clarifies

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Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician, Esther Smith has clarified that she is not related to Chef Smith of Cookathon fame. In an interview on Accra-based OKAY FM, Esther Smith said she does not know the chef from Adam. “Please, I’m not related to Chef Smith in any way. I don’t know him from Adam. My father is Smith from Cape Coast, and my mother is from Akomadan. I consider myself Ashanti because of my mother.” Chef Smith, known as the Millennium Chef, recently claimed the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, with a time of 802…

11 Jul

You Should Have Consulted Me – Dr. UN Tells Chef Smith [Watch]

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Kwame Owusu Fordjour, popularly known as Dr. UN, has said Chef Smith erred by not seeking his counsel before attempting the cook-a-thon. According to him, he was taken aback by Chef Smith’s amateur tactics which has backfired. Dr. UN said the chef would have achieved his aim if he did not involve the Guinness World Record. “I would tell him to hold the cook-a-thon independently of Guinness. He could have built his brand to surpass the Guinness World Record” he stated. This notwithstanding, Dr. UN offered to enhance Chef Smith’s reputation with a positive citation. “I would give him a…

05 Jul

Chef Smith Is Not A Registered Member – Chefs Association Of Ghana

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The Chefs Association of Ghana has clarified that Chef Ebenezer Smith is not a registered member of their organization. This announcement follows a statement from the Guinness World Records (GWR) indicating it was unaware of Smith's attempt to break the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. The General Secretary of the Chefs Association, Mr. Agbovi in an interview with GH One TV stated, "You can call him a chef because he is a professional, but he is not a registered member of the Chefs Association of Ghana." He added that the Association only learned of Smith’s cook-a-thon…

05 Jul

Sponsor Of Chef Smith’s Cook-a-thon Gives Version Of Events Amid Controversy

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Sponsor of Chef Smith’s recent cook-a-thon, Amadia Shopping Centre, has released their account of events following the arrest of Chef Smith and the subsequent investigation into the authenticity of his Guinness World Records (GWR) certificate. The cook-a-thon, which concluded on March 6, 2024, has been overshadowed by allegations of a fake certificate and contractual breaches. Amadia Shopping Centre, owned by Mrs. Nana Ama Duodu (aka Amadia) and managed by her brother Nana Boroo, fully sponsored the month-long cook-a-thon that started on February 1, 2024. The sponsorship included a three-year binding contract to support Chef Smith’s record-breaking attempt, aiming to showcase…

02 Jul

Ghana’s Chef Smith Is The New Guinness World Record Holder For Cook-A-Thon

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The Guinness World Records has awarded Ghanaian Chef Ebenezer Smith, popularly known as Chef Smith, a certificate for setting a new record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. Chef Smith made the announcement at a press conference at the La Palm Beach Hotel today, Tuesday, July 2. Chef Smith started his cook-a-thon journey on February 1, 2024. He cooked for 820 hours, ending his marathon on March 6, 2024 even though he initially targeted 1,200 hours. The inscription on his record certificate sighted by myjoyonline.com reads: "The longest cooking marathon (individual) is 802 hours 25 minutes and was achieved by…

04 Mar

Cook-A-Thon: Amerado Praye Tietia, Asakaa Boys, Others Entertain Fans

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Amidst the sizzle of culinary delights and the aroma of mouth-watering dishes ongoing at the Amadia shopping centre, some entertainers were there to support Chef Smith on a cook-a-thon attempt. The cook-a-thon drew a star-studded lineup of performers including Praye Tietia,Yaw Tog, Amerado, Kofi Jamar, Asakaa Boys, among others. The artistes captivated the audience with their dynamic performances and undeniable energy. Following Praye Tietia’s exhilarating performance, the spotlight shifted to the Asakaa Boys with their unique blend of hip-hop and drill music. Amerado also effortlessly commanded the attention of the crowd, delivering a memorable performance that had everyone on their…