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Chef Ikedinma captivated judges and attendees with her creativity and flawless execution to take home the coveted title in the Cake Artistry category.

Nigerian pastry chef, Ikedinma bags 'Cake Artistry of the Year' title in US | Pulse Nigeria

Nurudeen Shotayo

<h2>Renowned Nigerian pastry chef, Favour Ikedinma, has taken her baking dexterity to the global sphere making herself and the country proud by winning the 'Cake Artistry of the Year' title at the prestigious National Pastry Conference&nbsp;(PastryCon) 2024.</h2>

The highly anticipated three-day baking event held at the Park Expo and Conference Center, in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States between August 29 to 31.

PastryCon is a platform reputed for offering a thrilling live competition, where <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/9-nigerians-participate-in-korea-cooking-competition/dhksgbe">chefs from different climes rub shoulders</a> in categories such as ice cream, gelato, chocolatiers, intricate cakes, and plated desserts.

For her part, Ikedinma stood out with her intricate designs, which she combined with artistry and technical expertise to deliver a masterpiece to the delight and pleasure of everyone in attendance.

The <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food-travel/nigerian-chef-seeks-to-break-gwr-with-82-hour-grill-a-thon/52gn9jc">Nigerian chef's creativity</a>, flawless execution, and attention to detail not only captivated the judges but also convinced them to name her the winner in the Cake Artistry category.

Commenting on her triumphant outing in the US, chef Ikedinma dedicated her win to the hard work and creativity she put into her craft.

While acknowledging the fierce nature of the contest, the <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food-travel/hilda-bacis-broke-guinness-world-record-cookathon-one-year-ago/jpcxgyk">pastry specialist expressed her delight</a> to have been recognised at the event, describing the success as a testament to the efforts she invested in perfecting her baking.

“It’s an incredible honour to be recognised at such a prestigious event. The level of competition was fierce, and I am proud of the hard work and creativity that went into each piece. This award is a testament to the countless hours I’ve put into perfecting my craft,” chef Ikedinma said in a statement.

She concluded by recounting the arduous journey that brought her to this stage, stressing that her passion and determination were the greatest impetus that kept her going.

Nigerian pastry chef, Ikedinma bags 'Cake Artistry of the Year' title in US

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