Accra is gearing up for a flavour-packed revolution this Farmers’ Day Weekend as Charterhouse Productions prepares to debut the much-anticipated Gastro Feastival, Ghana’s boldest celebration of food, culture, and innovation.
Scheduled for December 5–6, 2025, the two-day culinary showcase will take over The Palms Convention Centre at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, bringing together farmers, chefs, creatives, policymakers, and food lovers for an immersive “farm-to-feast” experience unlike anything seen before.
The Gastro Feastival is more than an event; it’s a movement. Designed to reconnect Ghanaians with the origins of their food, spotlight opportunities across the agribusiness value chain, and elevate Ghana’s culinary identity, the festival blends gastronomy, culture, entertainment, and entrepreneurship into one dynamic platform.
A New Kind of Food Movement Begins: “Table of 8 – From Farm to Feast”
In the lead-up to the festival, Charterhouse has launched the Gastro Feastival ‘Table of 8’ podcast series, setting the tone for big conversations around Ghana’s food ecosystem. Hosted by Enyonam Manye (The Ghanaian Farmer), each episode convenes experts from across the agriculture and culinary space: farmers, investors, food entrepreneurs, chefs, and industry leaders, for deep, engaging conversations on how to unlock the full potential of Ghana’s food value chain.
The premiere episode explored cassava, Ghana’s underappreciated “white gold.” Guests included Farmer Abeiku Whyte of Farmers Market/Hobby Farms, agro-processor Charity Adupong of Meannan Foods, Kosmos Innovation Centre’s Esther Kyerewaa Twumasi, social media personality Ameyaw Debrah, Kojo Aidoo of Frontback & Accra Bar Show, Charterhouse CEO and Convenor Theresa Ayoade, and food culture advocate PaJohn.
The culinary experience matched the conversation — a cassava-inspired three-course dinner curated by PaJohn in collaboration with Chef Solomon Otoo Tetteh. From yuca roti with herby mushrooms to a silky bankyi mash paired with grilled cassava fish in PJ’s signature kobi sauce, ending in a cassava-infused cheesecake — each dish told a story of Ghana’s soil, creativity, and potential for gastronomic innovation.
What to Expect at the Gastro Feastival
Project Lead Priscilla Badake describes the upcoming event as the point where “food meets innovation, street flavour meets fine dining, and jollof meets global cuisine.” The festival promises a vibrant blend of experiences tailored for food lovers, industry professionals, and families.
Attendees can expect:
Culinary Showdowns & Live Chef Battles
Top local and international chefs will face off in thrilling food competitions, showcasing technique, creativity, and Ghanaian flavours.
Drinks Arena & Food Chill Zones
Spaces designed for relaxed tasting experiences, pairing food with cocktails, mocktails, wines, and local beverages.
Street Food Alley & Ghanaian Village
A celebration of authentic Ghanaian street food and traditional dishes from across the regions.
International Flavour Fiesta
A global culinary tour featuring flavours from Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond.
Dessert Corner & Healthy Options Hub
From sweet indulgence to wellness-forward meals, there’s something for every palate.
Masterclasses & “Big Food Conversations”
Interactive sessions with industry experts on food business, culinary skills, agribusiness, sustainability, food science, and gastronomic creativity.
Farm-to-Feast Tours & Food Demonstrations
Immersive experiences tracing food from its origin to the plate.
Food-Meets-Culture Experiences & Live Entertainment
Music, art, culture, and food will merge to create a festive atmosphere throughout the two-day celebration.
A Festival Poised to Shape Ghana’s Food Future
Charterhouse Productions, known for producing some of Ghana’s biggest cultural and entertainment moments, sees the Gastro Feastival as a long-term national platform for culinary innovation and agribusiness creativity.
The initiative comes at a time when local farming communities, food SMEs, and culinary entrepreneurs are seeking stronger bridges to consumers and investors. By creating this ecosystem, the festival aims to drive new collaborations, improve food literacy, strengthen local supply chains, and celebrate Ghanaian cuisine on a global stage.
Save the Date & Be Part of the Movement
Date: December 5–6, 2025
Venue: The Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
Food lovers, families, culinary professionals, farmers, and businesses are invited to be part of this groundbreaking celebration.
To participate or exhibit:
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