Food is an essential need of humans. They depend on it to function and deliver. So it was not unexpected that the last GT Co Food and drinks event pulled a large crowd. Foodies, local and international chefs, food entrepreneurs, food exhibitors, the press, celebrities and others gathered at G T centre, Plot 1, Water Corporation Drive, Oniru, Victoria Island to witness this 3-day event.
It was the 5th edition of the GT Co Food and drink event after it witnessed a 2-year hiatus owing the intrusion of the global pandemic. Bouncing back, bigger and better, over 140 retail vendors were in attendance for this grand Lagos event which was a big feast. There was something for everyone and anyone. Streets food, confectionaries, small chops, food seasonings, icecream, snacks, you name it, they were all there.
Coming at a timely period where Muslims had just ended their Ramadan fast, the GT Co Foods and Drinks event coincided with Eid-el-Fitr celebration. The event was a good avenue to relax and catch up with friends. There was a high chance of seeing someone you knew because there is nothing like a Lagos event. If you came with the intention of feeding your eyes, you would not have maintained that stance because the foods and drinks were irresistible. Even the children were not left out as they had a game centre and plenty of gifts to take home.
GT Co Foods and Drinks would be incomplete without the mention of the masterclasses. The event brought A-list international chefs to share their wealth of experience and knowledge of food. They also taught new recipes and touched on food trends and other related topics. At the masterclasses, there was time for questions and answers, so the audience had the opportunity to make their voices heard and get solutions to their whatever they were unsure about regarding food matters. In the usual custom, they left with customised GT Co Foods and Drinks packs. At the background, there was good music serenading attendees and filling the atmosphere with grandour. This annual event is the trademark of GT Co and has provided many opportunities for economic growth and business development.