GHANA’S CHEF ABBY LISTED ON TIME’S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL CREATORS IN THE WORLD
Ghanaian culinary star Chef Abbys, real name, Abena Amoakoa Sintim-Aboagye, makes the cut as one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential Creators globally for 2025.
This impressive recognition follows her recent showcase at TikTok’s prestigious Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France, where she represented Ghana.
Chef Abbys joins an elite group of global influencers, including Kai Cenat, Khaby Lame, Taylor Cassidy, James Jones, Kellie Gerardi, Alix Earle, Sean Evans, and Olivia Dunne, among others.
With over 1.4 million followers on TikTok, Chef Abbys has become a sensation, captivating global audiences with her vibrant culinary content that showcases the rich flavours and traditions of Ghanaian and African cuisine.
By creatively transforming everyday dishes like waakye, kenkey, jollof, and banku into visually stunning narratives, she has built a unique niche that not only delights the taste buds but also offers a deeper connection to African heritage.
Her content seamlessly weaves together food, culture, and storytelling, making her a standout in the digital culinary space.
“Every ingredient has meaning. Every method carries memory,” Sintim-Aboagye told TIME in an interview. “When you cook a country’s traditional food, you learn its values, its struggles, and its soul. It teaches you respect for the people and the heritage behind the dish
