Abiola Akanji popularly known as Chef Stone (born 29 January 1984) is a Nigerian Chef, CEO, Writer and Humanitarian. He was born and raised in Lagos state, Nigeria. Becoming a chef was a conscious decision for Chef Stone.

He’s always had a passion for cooking but like most Nigerian youth back then, this wasn’t enough. Thus, he went ahead to get a degree in Business Management in London Metropolitan University.

He is a culinary professional with more than a decade of experience in the art of food making.

Popularly known by food lovers as Chef Stone, Abiola is an alumnus of the French Culinary Institute and the International Culinary Education Centre in New York.

Chef Stone also owns The Red Dish Culinary School, which has produced over a thousand graduates since its inception.

Well done Abiola!!