Kenyan chef and digital content creator Dorky Dorcas has attempted to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to make three chapatis, completing the challenge in just 2 minutes and 26 seconds on Monday December 15.
The race against time in the kitchen turned into a talking point after the chef attempted to rewrite the Guinness World Records books with an everyday meal.
The record attempt, conducted under strict Guinness World Records guidelines, required Dorcas to prepare the dough, roll it out, and cook all three chapatis within the timed window.
The attempt was verified according to Guinness World Records standards, which required strict monitoring of time, process, and final output before any achievement could be recognised.
Although Guinness World Records officially recognises records, the organisation does not award cash prizes,
Her latest success placed her among a growing group of East African creators using everyday skills to compete on global stages.
The chapati category had attracted attention in recent years, with the former record holder also known for other food-related Guinness World Records.
The previous record holder was also known for setting milestones for preparing the largest Ugandan Rolex and for cooking chapati in a record time of 3 minutes and 10.22 seconds.
In late 2025, he also attempted to break the world record for the largest chapati in Kenya, an effort that reportedly cost over Ksh1.1 million but did not succeed.
Guinness World Records remained the world’s leading authority on record verification, with certified achievements carrying international recognition and credibility.
Such records often generated national pride, especially when they showcased local foods and traditions on a global platform.
Dorcas’s record placed Kenya at the centre of a globally recognised culinary milestone tied to an everyday meal.
