The University of Cape Coast (UCC), through the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, has opened a new Chinese restaurant.

The restaurant, located at Caféteria building near Casely Hayford hall, has established itself as a top destination for Chinese cuisine.

It is poised to render top-quality service to members of the university community and its environs in a healthy environment.

It offers friendly, welcoming services and attends to customers’ needs within an appropriate time frame.

Some chefs at the kitchen

The restaurant also has a conference room which can host up to 50 patrons for various events.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Professor Daniel Agyapong, underlined the restaurant’s role in enriching the student experience.

He stated that the restaurant was a vital resource for students, explaining that it would serve as a practical laboratory, providing invaluable experience and equipping them with a highly sought-after skill.

Prof. Agyapong advised the staff of the restaurant to uphold two core values in its operations, consistency in the quality and taste of the food, and a commitment to excellent service.

For his part, the Head of the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Professor Ishmael Mensah, highlighted the inter-departmental cooperation that made the restaurant a reality.He added that the Department had worked hand-in-hand with the Confucius Institute to integrate Chinese culture, language, and, most importantly, cuisine into the project.

The opening ceremony was well attended by students and staff of the University.