The culinary stage is set for the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Cook-Off
Competition, as anticipation builds for the grand finale on Monday, December 4,
2023, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality
Training Institute. Part of the exciting lineup of events for Tourism Week 2023,
this competition promises a thrilling showcase of culinary talent.
Following rigorous preliminary rounds held on November 3 and 6, where eighteen
(18) schools vied for the top spots, the final four schools are gearing up for an
intense showdown. They will present a local entrée with Fungi taking center stage,
and a surprise secret ingredient will be unveiled on the day of the competition.
Guided not only by their Home Economics Teachers, but also by industry chefs
offering international experience and expertise, the top four schools, their chefs,
and their teachers are as follows:
1. St. Joseph’s Academy
Azarie Crump
Mentored by Chef Eustace Cabral, Sous Chef, Jumby Bay Island, and
Teacher: Chanda Joseph
2. Sir McChesney George Secondary School
Gregoryann Thomas
Mentored by Chef Aldis Beazer, Executive Chef, Barbuda Belle
Luxury Beach Hotel, and Teacher: Jahmeel Greaux
3. Antigua Seventh-Day Adventist School
Janiya Murphy
Mentored by Chef Maureen St. Jean, Executive Sous Chef, Cocos
Hotel, and Teacher: Nicola Reefe-Babb
4. Antigua State College
Ashauny Rattary
Mentored by Chef Michael Harrison, Executive Chef, Blue Waters
Resort & Spa and Teacher: Nadia Smith
The winning school will receive EC$10,000 to enhance its Home Economics
facilities, and the top student will earn the prestigious opportunity to represent
Team Antigua and Barbuda at the Taste of the Caribbean event in Miami in 2024.
Supporters and well-wishers are invited to witness the culinary action LIVE at the
Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute, where large screens will be set
up for optimal viewing. Attendees will also have the chance to savor a delectable
menu presented by industry partners:
The Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute
Barbuda Grill
Blue Waters Resort & Spa
Ana’s on the Beach Restaurant and Art Gallery
Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and enjoyment, supporting these vibrant
young culinary talents on Monday, December 4, 2023, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
at the Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute.
For more information about the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Cook-Off
Competition, please contact the ABHTA office at 462-0374/4928.
Sherry-On Browne-Nicholas
Membership Associate
Antigua Barbuda Hotels & Tourism Association
Island House ● Newgate Street ● St. John’s ● Antigua
