Our Story
CENA kitchen was created in 2018 out of a passion for amazing unique touches to the already existing recipes used by Moms. The thought of providing traditional redefined Nigerian foods and little bites for residents of the Los Angeles region quickly saw a rapid growth after booking its very first event- catering for a wake- keep service. At CENA kitchen we inject new life into the meals you already know and love, leveraging our culinary skills to develop creative new options.
Whether it be a meal with a family or friend, to business lunches, healthy options, to celebrating special occasions, you’ll feel truly spoilt by the next best thing ti momma’s meal.
Our Approach
Through word of mouth and creating an exquisite delicacy for a church event, CENA kitchen is becoming one of the most beloved food catering services in Los Angeles.
Beyond Nigerian and Africa meals are also your favorite intercontinental dishes because our taste is limitless.
At CENA International cuisine, we value quality of service and are guaranteed to provide you a hearty and happy meal always made with fresh ingredients and doses of care and love.
Meet the team
Chioma Nwogu
Executive Chef
Chioma Nwogu is one of the executive chefs of CENA kitchen. Born and raised in Nigeria, she is a PhD candidate of public administration and policy. Her food and nutrition classes in high school was her initial introduction to the rewarding relationship between food and making people happy.
Chinonso Nwogu-Ezike
Executive Chef
Chinonso Nwogu-Ezike is also one of the executive chefs of CENA Kitchen.
Her entrepreneurial spirit and desire to create Ketogenic and international cuisines was the push that led to the creation of CENA kitchen. Though she still works as an accountant, she would love to fully invest her time in the creation of the sumptuous meals.
Chinelo Ezeani
Executive Chef
Chinelo Ezeani is also one of the executive chefs of CENA Kitchen. Chinelo moved to Los Angeles from Maryland after completing her Master’s degree in public administration. A longtime friend to Chioma and Chinonso was immediately enthusiastic about the decision to start CENA’s kitchen. She calls herself, the “queen of Nigerian Vegetable salad”, taking time to create a masterpiece that is enjoyed by even those who would not necessarily think of buying vegetables. In her free time, she writes a blog of all things Korean.