Zimbabwean Vegan Chef Nikola Kagoro to Star on Amazon Prime’s Dish It Out

Zimbabwean award-winning vegan chef Nikola Kagoro, widely known as Chef Cola, is set to make history as the first Zimbabwean chef to feature on an Amazon Prime cooking series. She will appear on Dish It Out, hosted by English TV personality Tilly Ramsay. The series premieres on Friday, September 5, and will be available to Zimbabwean viewers via Prime Video subscription.

Chef Cola, founder of African Vegan on a Budget, has emerged as a leading voice in sustainable food and Afro-vegan cuisine. She has gained international acclaim while dominating Zimbabwe’s high-profile catering circuit. Her appearance on Dish It Out will showcase her signature Afro-vegan flair, highlighting Zimbabwean-inspired plant-based dishes on a global platform.

“This moment is bigger than me,” Chef Cola said. “It’s about putting Zimbabwe on the global culinary radar and showing that African vegan food is innovative, sustainable, and absolutely delicious.”

Dish It Out is a 32-episode cooking series blending celebrity appearances, viral food trends, and creative recipes. Tilly Ramsay, stepping out of her father Gordon Ramsay’s shadow, guides viewers through surprise ingredients and recipes sent by celebrity chefs, social media influencers, and family members. The series features over 50 special guests, including Gordon Ramsay, Alessandra Ciuffo, Tina Choi, Sam Holland, Gillian Jacobs, and Summer Madison.

Chef Cola’s global recognition grew last year when she presented modern Zimbabwean vegan cuisine at the Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit Africa in Botswana, reaching influential young entrepreneurs and innovators across the continent. This exposure solidified her as a key figure in sustainable African cuisine.

Locally, Chef Cola is synonymous with eco-conscious luxury, catering premier events that reflect her ethos. Notable examples include the Sofar Harare Eco-Friendly Fashion Show and Music Concert, where her plant-based menus were central to the event’s sustainable theme.

She also curates Dinner with Chef Cola, bringing African vegan dining experiences to cities across Africa and beyond. Her appearance on Dish It Out continues her mission to elevate Zimbabwean plant-based cuisine on the global stage.

The series will release new episodes weekly until September 26, allowing audiences to follow Chef Cola and other culinary talents as they explore innovative recipes and food trends.