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Ghanaian Chef Selassie Atadika Presents New African Cuisine Philosophy at Design Indaba

cultural-heritage · 2026-03-24

Ghanaian chef Selassie Atadika presented her concept of New African Cuisine during a presentation at the 25th Design Indaba Conference. She discussed how culinary practices intersect with design principles, cultural heritage preservation, and sustainability. Atadika framed food as both an artistic medium and a means for social and political expression.

Key facts

  • Selassie Atadika is a chef from Ghana
  • She introduced her New African Cuisine concept
  • The presentation occurred at the 25th Design Indaba Conference
  • Atadika views food as a design discipline and cultural tool
  • Her approach emphasizes sustainability and heritage

Entities

Artists

  • Selassie Atadika

Institutions

  • Design Indaba Conference

Locations

  • Ghana

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