Damilola Adeparusi, the Ekiti chef who is popularly called Chef Dammy, has disclosed her next line of action for the Guinness World Record (GWR), after successfully completing her 120 hours of cooking in Ekiti State.
The 22-year old chef, who spoke with newsmen in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, on Friday, said the concluded 120-hour cook was not registered GWR, but added she is open to exploring other opportunities and experiences.
While acknowledging the support of stakeholders within and outside Ekiti State, the 300-level Mass Communication student of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), noted that she is determined to break the world record with the 150-hour cooking marathon she is planning to do soon.
She said, “I know the question that has been surrounding the minds of many people online and offline is what is next for Chef Dammy after the 120-hour cook-a-thon? What will become of Chef Dammy after the world has known her and she has been put in the spotlight? Well, Chef Dammy is open to exploration! I am open to new opportunities and new experiences in life. Now that the world knows what I am capable of doing. I think it’s high time everyone started giving me a chance to explore in diverse ways and capabilities.
“Finally, I know there have been many speculations about me not registering this just-concluded cooking, but my team and I have decided to embark on this new challenge next month.
“After the support I have received from fans, well-wishers, and many highly notable individuals in the society. I, Adeparusi Damilola popularly known as Chef Dammy and my team have decided to hold another cook-a-thon programme next month.
“This time, it will be held for a 150-hour, and it will be duly registered with Guinness World Records. Chef Dammy is coming back! “
