Ghanaian chef Faila Abdul-Razak’s bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual has been disqualified following a 227-hour Cook-A-Thon.
Here are the key points:
1. Faila initiated her 10-day cooking marathon on January 1st, 2024, at the Modern City Hotel in Tamale, Ghana.
2. She aimed to surpass the previous record of 119 hours and 57 minutes set by Irish chef Alan Fisher.
3. Faila cooked for 227 hours, hoping to break the record previously held by Nigerian chef Hilda Baci.
4. However, Faila’s attempt was disqualified by the Guinness World Records due to a violation of the rest break rules.
5. Despite the setback, Faila expressed gratitude to her followers for their support and emphasized the importance of their role in her journey.
In summary, Faila Abdul-Razak’s attempt to set a new cooking marathon record ended in disqualification, but her determination and appreciation for her supporters remain undiminished.
