HORECA Kuwait
Being the biggest spectacle in hospitality and food sector in the country, HORECA Kuwait proudly brings together a wide range of exhibitions, art shows and competitions, which is eagerly awaited by all the people annually.
HORECA not only provides an extravagant entertainment for neutrals, but it also provides an incredible business opportunity. Over the years, companies who have exhibited or sponsored in HORECA have gained massive popularity across the country, which is evident by the constant rise in visitors every year since its inception in Kuwait in 2011.
Venue
HORECA Kuwait is to be held at Kuwait International Fairground (KIF), Hall Number 08 from 16-18 January 2017.
Established since 1971, KIF is the biggest exhibition organizing platform in the country, which consists of eight huge halls equipped with latest technologies and facilities. KIF has been constantly involved in hosting and conducting eminent events of local regional and international levels. The fairground not only aims towards providing a world-class venue for its exhibitors but also strives towards ensuring that their events and exhibitions are a success and that there is maximum optimization of buyer & seller interaction for further business opportunities.
Organizers
HORECA Kuwait operates under a license granted to Leaders Group for Consulting & Development by Hospitality Services
S.A.R.L. Leaders Group is keen to provide excellence by offering its customers individual and innovative consultations, as well as integrated solutions to develop institutional performance.
It makes use of the wealth of experience of its specialized and professional team and their regional & international relations, to organize conventions, conferences and exhibitions with high quality services.
Sponsors
Diamond Sponsor:
Mabrook Hotel Supplies Co.
Boecker
Gold Sponsors:
Gourmania International
Food Choice
Kuwait Proteins Company
Ali Abdul Wahab Al Mutawa Commercial Company
Al Othman Al Bisher Trading Company (OBTC)
Almorooj Hotel Supplies Est.
Kuwait Hotel Owners Association
Silver Sponsors:
Minerva Limited
Bano
Azzad Trading Group
Natmed
The Hospitality Salon Culinaire:
Every year, the Hospitality Salon Culinaire gathers an international panel of renowned celebrity chefs from Europe and the Middle East who share their knowledge and expertise with participants.
During the three-day event, more than 300 chefs are expected to compete in live cooking competitions and a variety of food displays. The Salon Culinaire has become an annual meeting place for chefs and culinary experts and we would be delighted to have you with us.
Be inspired by +10 international celebrity chefs – Meet the best in the industry
Engage in information exchange – Discover the latest culinary trends and techniques
Celebrate gastronomic excellence – witness fresh and rising talent
THE JUDGES
-Samaan Hilal-
Head of Hospitality Salon Culinaire
Managing Partner at brainsteam
-Thomas Gugler-
President
World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs)
KSA
-Charles Azar-
Master Consultant Chef
President of the delegation of L’Académie Nationale de Cuisine
Middle East and the GCC
Lebanon
-Marc Bayon-
Chef consultant of Cuisinevolution conseil
Finalist of Best craftsman of France 1982
Master chef of France
Member of L’Academie Nationale de Cuisine Paris
France
-Jihad Dfouni-
Executive Chef of Hilton Habtoor
Lebanon
-Paul Markus Bruschweiler-
WACS Global Masterchef
Thailand
-Philippe Marand-
Head of Chocolate Academy Dubai, Technical Advisor
Chocolate Academy
UAE
-Sudhir Sibal-
Indian ambassador to the World Chefs Without Borders (WCWB)
Approved judge of the World Association of Chef Societies (WACS)
India
-Micheel Uwe-
President of Emirates Culinary Guild
Assistant Vice President World Association of Chefs Societies
Conseiller Culinaire
Commandeur of Chaine Des Rotisseurs
UAE
CATEGORIES
Display competitions
Wedding Cake
Chocolate Carving
Three Plated Dessert Presentation
Themed Celebration
Bread Creation (Baguette) and Morning Goods
Cold Platter of Fish, Poultry or Meat
Cold Canapés
Six-course Set Dinner Menu
Live Competitions
Fruits and Vegetables Carving
Sushi Competition
Cold Sandwich-Making Competition
Mystery Basket
Hot and Cold Arabic Appetizers (Mezze)
Meat Dish Competition
Asian Cuisine (NEW)
Pasta Competition (NEW)
Ice Carving Competition
Best Burger Competition