2023 Salah Food Fest: Nima stars walk home with Ghc30,000 prize package

A thunderous roar of applause resounded at the forecourt of the National Chief Imam’s residence when Nima Stars, representing Nima Zongo were announced winners of the 2023 Happy FM Salah Food Fest Cooking Contest.

There was joy, surprise, and contentment written all over the faces of team Nima Stars as they looked down from the stage, the endorsement they received from the audience and other contestants alike.

The Chief Protocol Officer at the Office of the National Chief Imam, Alhaji Latif Abdulsalam, supported by the Director of Broadcasting at Global Media Alliance Broadcast Company (GMABC) Timothy Karikari, and representatives from Tasty Tom, HD+, Fortune Rice, and Frytol presented the GHc30,000 prize package to Nima stars.

The prize package included a big-fat cow, a citation, and tons of products from sponsors; Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Paste, Frytol Vegetable Cooking Oil, and Fortune Rice.

The 2023 Happy FM Salah Food Fest Cooking Contest saw 3-member teams each from Kasoa, Tuba, Ashaiman, Madina, Sabon, Nima, Alajo, Mamobi, Abeka, and Fadama Zongo battle it out in the kitchen for the most coveted prize pot and bragging rights.

The captivating aroma of spices and the bustling sounds of contestants in their chef hats and aprons took center stage when the hot kitchen contest began.

All ten contestants put up impressive efforts, with judges commending their cooking skills, creativity, and hygiene.

Contestants were scored based on hygiene, aesthetics, taste and execution, creativity and originality, teamwork, and discipline.

The atmosphere at Fadama was not only filled with pleasant aromas from the cooking but patrons and audience were serenaded with quality music and performances from ‘Alomo Gyata’ hitmaker, Aligata App, Rashid Metal, Damba, and a host of other great talents.

Director at Global Media Alliance Broadcasting Company, Timothy Karikari congratulated the winners and wished other contestants better luck next season. He used the opportunity to thank all sponsors for their support throughout the journey and to the competition's climax. He entreated all listeners to always expect the best from the brand.

“My first thanks goes to Allah for a successful program and to all sponsors for supporting us from the beginning to the very last day. To winners, I say a big 'Ayekoo' and good luck to those who couldn’t make it. It is evident today that we have achieved our aim of this contest; showcasing the culinary skills, love, and peaceful coexistence in Zongo communities. I entreat other brands to join us dispel misconceptions about Zongo communities with such events and activations.”

He described, Happy FM as an all-inclusive brand that has something for every one of its audience.

He urged all to keep listening to Happy98.9FM for unique and exciting programs.

The 2023 HappyFM Salafest was sponsored by Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Paste, Fortune Rice, and HD + Ghana.