(Afro)food player

My gastronomic journey began at a young age in the heart of Paris. Trained at Ferrandi and equipped with an MBA in Digital Transformation, I launched into the food industry, not just to participate, but to revolutionize.

 

I founded an event catering agency that became a beacon in Paris, shining a spotlight on the underexplored richness of Afro-Caribbean cuisines. It wasn’t just about food; it was about setting a stage for a culinary narrative long overshadowed.

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This early venture not only set a precedent but also ignited my mission to bring these cuisines to the forefront of the French, European, and global gastronomic scenes.

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Navigating through startups in the foodtech realm, I’ve woven digital threads into the fabric of traditional gastronomy, blending the old with the new. My mission became clearer when I saw the void in the representation of 'black cuisines.' This underrepresentation in the global gastronomic scene wasn’t just a market gap; it was a missing piece in our cultural tapestry. This realization fueled my ambition to bridge this divide.

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I have since focused on reinventing the narrative through entrepreneurship, creating opportunities, and providing platforms for industry players. My work has taken me on a global odyssey, from London to Toronto, and from the colors of Marrakech to the rhythms of Abidjan, even making a mark in Dubai during Expo 2020.

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This journey has also been a personal exploration of my roots, meeting inspiring people along the way and making me question my own perspective, values, and aspirations.

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Today, I stand not just as a professional but as a storyteller, dedicated to fostering a 'pan-African gastronomic soft power', focusing on innovation, transmission, and representation in the food, cultural, and creative industries. 

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Thank you for being part of this journey.

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Kevin
(Afro) Food Player