Deborah Sofowora also known as Chef Debby is an acclaimed Nigerian food stylist and recipe developer known for her innovative approach to culinary presentations. With a background in Accounting from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. She left her Accounting profession to pursue her love for food and has so far won several culinary awards, she has crafted a niche in the culinary world through her expertise in food styling, which has transformed the visual appeal of numerous food brands and restaurants.
Her journey in the culinary arts has seen her collaborate with over 20 top food brands and restaurants, including Nigerian Breweries, Flourmills of Nigeria Plc, Nestle Nigeria, Dufil Prima Foods, Chicken Republic, Mr Biggs, The Place Restaurant, Sympli Delicious, Golden Penny, just to mention a few. Her work spans food styling for advertising campaigns, television commercials and social media content.
She has served as a Demo Chef for Maggi Nigeria, Culinary Consultant for Aace Foods and currently leads as the Creative Director @foodstylist.ng a platform dedicated to teaching and elevating the art of food styling, empowering aspiring food stylists and brands to create visually stunning culinary content.
She is also the head chef @debbyskitchen.com.ng , a food delivery company where gourmet Nigerian meals are crafted and delivered to households, companies, and organizations.
Chef Debby's commitment to excellence and her passion for the art of food styling makes her a sought-after professional in the industry. She continues to inspire through her educational content on social media, where she shares food styling tips and tricks, helping both aspiring chefs and brands elevate their culinary presentations.
Click on the link in my bio to see more of my food styling work/ projects. Let's work together 🤝
I can't wait to transform your brand.
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2025 Food Styling Projects Recap – Part 1
As we step into 2026, I’m taking a moment to reflect on how incredible 2025 truly was for me as a food stylist.
2025 came with growth, stretching projects, new cities, bigger brands, creative challenges, and many “wow, we actually did that” moments.
From large-scale campaigns to intimate but meaningful projects, this year pushed me creatively and professionally in the best way possible.
Here’s a breakdown of some of the projects featured in this carousel in no particular order;
Slide 1:
Food styling for Hilda Baci, for her Christmas Cooking Class Campaign.
Being part of this was special
Slide 2:
Food styling for Onga Ramadan TVC.
This was a massive production where we cooked and styled over 40 Northern Nigerian meals. It required deep research, cultural accuracy, long shoot hours, and a solid creative team. Truly one for the books.
Slide 3:
Food styling for Amma Jama, a Chicken Republic product.
This project was extra fun because I had friends and some of my students on set with me. Great energy, great food, great memories, one of those shoots that reminded me why I love what I do.
Slide 4:
Food styling for an Indomie TVC, shot in Kano.
This was my first time in Kano. New city, new pace, new experience and an unforgettable one.
Slide 5:
Food styling for Burger King Nigeria; my first major burger styling project and we smashed it.
Slide 6:
Food styling for Onga (Digital TVC).
A shorter digital campaign but still required precision, speed, and attention to details.
Slide 7:
Food styling for 500Chow × Ice Prince collaboration with Adesina Zaid
A fusion of music and food for a product/menu launch.
Slide 8:
Food styling for Knorr Nigeria, styling Nigerian soups.
This project leaned heavily into culture, texture, and authenticity, making everyday Nigerian meals look appealing and familiar at the same time.
Slide 9:
Food styling for Angry Bee Honey, alongside an amazing photographer and client.
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Food Styling on set for Nasco TVC with my guys @inemswitcheeks and @culinary_data_guy = premium gist 🤣
Shot this last year, glad it’s finally out so I can now clear my drafts 😅
Also learnt so many filming tricks from the director… which one did your eyes catch? 👀
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2 ways you can plate your jollof rice. Which is your favourite? 1 or 2?
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My OGs are definitely not new to this hack. And to my newbies - you are welcome.
Follow for more foodstyling hack
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Behind every beautiful frame is a team going all out to make the vision come to life. From calm moments to full-on fire brigade mode 😅
Glad we made it work in the end as always.
Big shout out to the @foodstylist.ng team @_chefprisca@cheflizzy@jollofboss_ Ebere and Cynthia
And a huge shout out to the production team @filmbydt
Tried to film a step-by-step process of this charcuterie board…
Next thing, I blinked and the board was almost ready 😂🥲
The struggles of creating content 🥲
We go again next time 😂✌🏼
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I went from selling soup bowls to becoming a food stylist working with both national and international brands.
From small beginnings to traveling across different states in Nigeria styling commercials and billboards.
Next stop📍: International food styling gigs.
I’m so ready and I pray it happens soon 🤞🏼
Need a food stylist for your shoot? Call me ✌🏼
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What's the first thing you'd pick from this charcuterie board?
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