Chef Eros, founder of Cooking Jar, and Ìlè Eros restaurant in Lagos, is trained in both local and international culinary techniques, and is known for reimagining traditional Nigerian dishes through contemporary presentation while maintaining global standards. Beyond the kitchen, he is a culinary entrepreneur and mentor committed to promoting African cuisine internationally.
Chef Stone
Chef Stone, a culinary entrepreneur and cookbook author, founded Red Dish Culinary School, with branches in Lagos and Abuja, where he trains aspiring chefs in technical skills and kitchen leadership. Known for excellence in flavour profiling and mentorship, he is expected to bring structured creativity and rigour to the judging panel.