A female attendee at Chef Hilda Baci’s historic Guinness World Record cook-off for the largest pot of jollof rice has shared a detailed review after tasting the much-talked-about delicacy, giving fans an inside look into the outcome of the massive culinary challenge.
Hilda Baci officially commenced her highly anticipated attempt on September 12, 2025, at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos. The event drew a crowd of over 20,000 eager attendees, with supporters, fans, dignitaries, and fellow celebrities turning up to witness the record-breaking spectacle.
Among the notable personalities present was award-winning actress Funke Akindele, who not only entertained the audience with her vibrant dance moves but also joined Hilda Baci in the kitchen, lending her support by stirring the giant pot of rice. Her involvement added extra star power and excitement to the already buzzing atmosphere.
This cook-off marks yet another ambitious record attempt for Hilda Baci, who first gained global recognition in 2023 when she broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon, clocking an astonishing 93 hours and 11 minutes. That achievement surpassed the previous 87-hour-45-minute record held by Indian chef Lata Tondon since 2019, earning her international acclaim.
Lady shares her experience after tasting Hilda Baci’s record jollof rice
The female attendee, identified on TikTok as Defolami, revealed that she received her portion of the jollof rice around 2:20 a.m., hours after the massive cooking exercise had concluded. In her video, which has since gone viral, she documented the moment she tasted the rice, capturing her facial reaction and immediate review for her followers.
With visible delight, she remarked, “This is everything that I expected. This is nice,” expressing satisfaction that the rice lived up to the hype surrounding the event. Her reaction further heightened the excitement around the record-breaking attempt, as many Nigerians and fans abroad were eager to know how the rice would actually taste given the scale of the preparation.
Hilda Baci’s record cook-off in detail
As earlier reported, Hilda Baci first announced her intention to attempt the Guinness World Record for the largest pot of jollof rice on August 22, 2025, via her official Instagram page. The cook-off required extensive planning, logistics, and coordination. During the event, she utilized a staggering 4,000 kilograms of basmati rice—equivalent to 200 full bags—alongside thousands of liters of stew base, seasonings, and proteins to achieve the monumental dish.
The preparation and cooking process lasted several hours, with chefs, assistants, and volunteers working around the clock to ensure everything went smoothly. The pot, described as one of the largest ever fabricated for culinary purposes in Nigeria, stood as a symbol of innovation, resilience, and cultural pride.
Mixed reactions trail viral review video
The video of Defolami tasting the rice quickly attracted attention across social media platforms, prompting a flurry of reactions from viewers who were eager to hear first-hand feedback about the jollof rice.
Uzi Cakes commented, “The face of the rice is very fine, so it must be sweet. Kudos to Hilda and Juno on this.”
Anita Grace wrote, “I feel the rice would be sweet, but some sides fit sweet pass some sides because of the quantity. She really tried.”
Aphro Vendor stated, “The packaging is so fineeeeee.”
Ally Oyin asked, “Just tell me why people won’t like the food? The rice is so nice and made with effort.”
The mix of praise and lighthearted comments shows the level of public interest surrounding Hilda’s jollof cook-off, with many lauding her boldness in taking Nigerian cuisine to the global stage.
Watch the viral TikTok review below….
@defolah2.0
This Rice was everything!!!! Like kudos @Hilda Baci Wahala for who no come ooo😛👏!! Super glad to be part of this team🥹💪🏾 #ginoworldjolloffestivalwithhildabaci #ginomusketeers #biggestpotofjollof #foodreview
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