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In this issue of British Culinary Federation’s Culinary News magazine, learn about the experience at the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024 and more!
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Author: Samyuktha
This year’s edition shone the spotlight on hospitality-driven sustainability and saw a total of 32,000 attendees from more than 30 countries and regions!
FHA-HoReCa 2024, Asia’s leading foodservice and hospitality event, concluded with great success following four dynamic days of business exchange, seminars, cooking demonstrations, competitions, and workshops. This year’s edition saw a total of 32,000 attendees from 30+ countries and regions. Spanning across 50,000 square meters, the four-day premier event featured 800+ exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions, including 11 group pavilions from China, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Spain, Singapore and Taiwan Region. Ian Roberts, Vice President, Informa Markets (Asia) said: “It’s heartening to see FHA achieves its goal of being the catalyst for advancements and trends that shape the industry’s future once more with this 2024 edition. FHA-HoReCa has long played a pivotal role in driving growth and innovation within the food and hospitality industry; this year, we aimed to play that role with an added commitment to sustainability, moving beyond superficial measures to deeper, more impactful changes—and we have definitely succeeded.”
Janice Lee, Event Director – Food, Hong Kong & Singapore, Informa Markets, said: “We are thrilled to host FHA-HoReCa 2024 again in Singapore, and over the years, we’ve witnessed its growth into the foremost international food trade fair. This year, we have partnered with WorldChefs to bring the Global Chefs Challenge to Singapore, greatly strengthening the event’s global impact. This collaboration not only highlights our shared passion for food but also further cements FHA’s reputation as the world’s best Food and Hospitality event, where culture, innovation and hospitality thrive.”
Thomas Gugler, President, Worldchefs, said: “It has always been our mission to provide a stage for new talents entering the industry and lead them to achieve greatness on a global scale. We are thrilled to have successfully achieved that through this important partnership with FHA and the Singapore Chefs Association, and we will continue to foster camaraderie between industry leaders and future talents.”
In a celebration of rising stars, prestigious competitions scouted and recognized the culinary industry’s most promising talents. From sizzling cook-offs that push boundaries to innovative presentations that redefine the art of food and beverage, these showdowns celebrate innovation, skill, and passion. The winners for the respective categories are:
Worldchefs’ Global Chefs Challenge Finals:
● Global Chefs Challenge: Ale Mordasini, Switzerland
● Global Pastry Chefs Challenge: Luca Bnà, Italy
● Global Vegan Chefs Challenge: Steve Lentz, Luxemburg
● Global Young Chefs Challenge: Andreas Enger Fjellheim, Norway
Asian Gelato Cup
● Team Japan will be headed to Italy for the Gelato World Cup
Asian Pastry Cup
● Team Japan to head to Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie aka World Pastry Cup in Lyon
FHA Bakery Challenge:
● Chinese Taipei
FHA Barista Challenge
● Barista Speed Challenge: Ong Li Ping
● Cafe Menu Challenge: Edward Chui Yuen Chien & Evan Chui Yuen Zhen
● Coffee Brewing Challenge: Lukas Tan Yu Wei
● Coffee Mixology Challenge: Tanpong Songpanich
FHA Dessert Challenge
● Timothy Ray A. Faller, Philippines
Hosted Buyer Hots Up with Over 5,000 Business Meetings
Introducing a slew of new innovations to novel buyers, the hosted buyers segment conducted over 5,000 business meetings in the last four days at the fair ground and connected high value buyers with a range of goods and services to great buying success.
Testimonials from our hosted buyers:
“FHA is more than just an exhibition – It is a catalyst for growth and innovation. The event offered a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and advancements in the F&B and Hospitality industry from state-of-the-art kitchen equipment to innovative software solutions,
there is something for everyone. I left the event with a renewed sense of purpose and a roadmap for taking my business to the next level.” – Neil Zachary Alquiro, Corporate Operations Officer, Giligans Holdings Corporation, Philippines.
FHA-Food & Beverage Returns In 8-11 April 2025; Look Forward to FHA 2026
Building on the success of its 2024 edition, FHA eagerly anticipates welcoming both returning and new guests to the 2025 Food & Beverage event, scheduled for April 8–11, 2025. Returning to the spotlight is the FHA Culinary Challenge (FCC), co-organized by Informa Markets and the Singapore Chefs’ Association. This prestigious competition will showcase the talents of global
chefs, with their skills evaluated by internationally renowned judges under a judging system endorsed by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs).
Starting in 2026, FHA-HoReCa and FHA-Food & Beverage will merge into one unified event, FHA, utilising the complete capacity of Singapore EXPO with all 10 halls available.
For full press kit, access https://bit.ly/FHAHoReCaPostEvent
For FHA-HoReCa 2024’s opening ceremony press kit, access https://bit.ly/Horeca24OC
For FHA-HoReCa 2024’s pre-opening press kit, access https://bit.ly/Horeca24PreEvent
FHA-HoReCa 2024 at a Glance
| Date | 22 – 25 October 2024 (Tue – Fri) |
| Time | 10.00 am – 6.00 pm 10.00am – 4.00pm (Last Day) |
| Venue | Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150 |
| Website | https://www.fhahoreca.com |
About FHA-HoReCa
FHA-HoReCa brings together the most extensive line-up of the world’s leading foodservice and hospitality suppliers through 5 specialised sectors – Bakery, Pastry & Gelato; Foodservice & Hospitality Equipment; Hospitality Style; Hospitality Technology, and Speciality Coffee & Tea. Majority of exhibitors participating in FHA-HoReCa are renowned manufacturers and brands hailing from over 30 countries and regions.
For more information, please visit www.fhahoreca.com.
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Hospitality, Food & Beverage at Informa Markets
Informa Markets’ Hospitality, Food & Beverage portfolio includes a series of global in-person, virtual, and hybrid trade events aimed at fostering business relationships, enabling learning, and enhancing trade opportunities for the industry.
With several established events within the portfolio such as Hotelex Shanghai, Food & HotelAsia, HOFEX, Fispal Food Service, and Abastur, the portfolio together offers an unparalleled audience reach across the world. Staging 28 live and digital events in major cities including Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Mumbai, Bangkok, Sao Paulo, and Mexico City.
Working alongside established industry partners, government bodies, and recognised professionals, the portfolio aims at bringing companies, individuals, and the industry to the forefront of global business innovation by offering solutions and opportunities that meet
today’s business needs.
About Informa Markets
FHA-HoReCa is organised by Informa Markets, a division of Informa plc. Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. We provide marketplace participants around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services, and actionable data solutions. We connect buyers and sellers across more than a dozen global verticals, including Pharmaceuticals, Food, Medical Technology, and Infrastructure. As the world’s leading market-making company, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days a year.
For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.
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Benefits include:
- Tap into a global community of chefs for greater networking and business opportunities.
- Unlock new possibilities with optional digital badging and event competition software.
- Gain free of charge digital badges for competitors and winners with co-branding opportunities.
- Gain access to downloadable evaluation and scoring sheets on Worldchefs website.
Learn more and apply to endorse your competition: https://worldchefs.org/Endorsement/
Organized in collaboration with Singapore Chefs’ Association, this internationally celebrated event also takes place on the first day of Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 October 2024 – Nestlé Professional Singapore, in collaboration with Singapore Chefs’ Association, celebrated the 20th anniversary of International Chefs Day at the Nestlé Professional Customer Engagement Centre (CEC) on 19 October with a local and global community of chefs.
International Chefs Day is a global initiative between Nestlé Professional and Worldchefs (World Association of Chefs Societies). This year marks the 20th anniversary of International Chefs Day, and the 10th consecutive year of partnership by educating and supporting children globally by promoting a passion for cooking through hands-on workshops and educational resources.
This year’s International Chefs’ Day 2024 celebration in Singapore also marks the first day of the bi-annual international culinary conference, Worldchefs Congress & Expo, held in Singapore.
Special guests such as Thomas Gugler (President of Worldchefs) and Vanessa Marquis (Chairperson of the Worldchefs International Chefs Day Committee) also graced the occasion.
Paul Nagelkerken, Country Business Manager at Nestlé Professional Singapore shares, “We are excited to welcome the world of chefs to join us in our International Chefs Day celebration in Singapore. Together with the Singapore Chefs’ Association, we are committed to excite the next generation of potential chefs. We believe that empowering children with the knowledge and skills when making food choices will lead to healthier lifestyles and hopefully trigger them to join the wonderful global family of chefs.”
‘Growing Great Chefs’ aligns with our mission to inspire and nurture the next generation of chefs,“ says Emmanuel Lorieux, Nestlé Professional Global Executive Chef and Global Culinary Partnership Manager. “By engaging youngsters in this hands-on learning experience, we hope to ignite their passion for cooking and foster healthy lifelong habits.”
“Growing Great Chefs”
This year’s theme, ‘Growing Great Chefs,‘ welcomes young enthusiasts into the wonderful world of cooking, teaching them not only how to prepare delicious dishes but also how to make informed food choices.
President of Singapore Chefs’ Association, Eric Neo, says in his opening speech, “International Chefs Day is a day which is very close to our hearts, as it reminds us of the responsibility and power chefs have in influencing the next generation. We also greatly value the support Nestlé Professional Singapore has given us over the years to make this possible.”
Based on the theme, Nestlé Professional Singapore and Singapore Chefs’ Association put together a programme that emphasized on sustainability and the importance of using healthy ingredients.
After the welcome addresses by Chef Eric Neo, invited guests were given an introduction to indoor farming by Grobrix, a partner of Nestlé Professional Singapore.
The Nestlé Professional Customer Engagement Centre (CEC) was also transformed into a food preparation activity area for 20 children, aged from 8- 10 years old.
Using the comprehensive toolkit provided by Nestlé Professional, chefs from Singapore Chefs’ Association demonstrated how to best prepare healthy, colourful dishes such as sandwich, salads and pancakes in a delicious and healthy way. The children were then guided through the exercise step by step by the chefs.
For many of the attendees, it was the first time they interacted with a chef. One of the participants enthusiastically shares, “This is the first time I have cooked with a chef. I have learnt many things and I am inspired to be a chef in the future!”
“This has been a monumental celebration,“ says Vanessa Marquis, Chairperson of the Worldchefs International Chefs Day Committee. “Firstly, this marks the 20th anniversary of International Chefs’ Day. We are pleased to celebrate this on the first day of the Worldchefs Congress 2024 and to hold this at the Nestlé Professional Customer Engagement Centre (CEC) in Singapore. We’re proud to work with Nestlé Professional to inspire children worldwide to make lifelong habits and positive changes in their lives.”
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Take your competition to the next level with Worldchefs competition endorsement, a prestigious recognition, achieved by competitions that meet the highest standards of quality. This endorsement provides exceptional opportunities for visibility to an audience of culinary professionals.
Benefits include:
- Tap into a global community of chefs for greater networking and business opportunities.
- Unlock new possibilities with optional digital badging and event competition software.
- Gain free of charge digital badges for competitors and winners with co-branding opportunities.
- Gain access to downloadable evaluation and scoring sheets on Worldchefs website.
Learn more and apply to endorse your competition: https://worldchefs.org/Endorsement/
Sustainable cooking, although not a novel concept, is increasingly capturing the global consumer’s attention due to its importance and extensive impact. Sustainable cooking not only helps mitigate the negative effects on the environment and protects our planet but also positively contributes to human health.
To embark on the journey of sustainable cooking, the first and most crucial step is creating an eco-friendly kitchen. What defines an eco-friendly kitchen, and how can we create such a space? This article will focus on selecting kitchen tools and appliances to build a sustainable cooking environment that conserves energy, minimizes food waste, and reduces overall waste. Here are the key considerations for developing an environmentally friendly kitchen:
1. Utilizing High-Efficiency Kitchen Appliances
- Energy Efficiency: Specialized kitchen appliances with high performance and advanced features deliver superior efficiency while consuming less energy compared to older, less efficient models.
- Reducing Carbon Emissions: By saving energy during cooking, these appliances also lower carbon emissions from power sources, making a positive contribution to mitigating climate change.
- Minimizing Food Waste: Modern high-efficiency kitchen appliances, such as refrigerators and freezers, are equipped with advanced features that extend the freshness of ingredients, reduce food waste, save costs, and help protect the environment.
2. Investing in High-Quality Cookware
Cookware is the heart of any kitchen and the ultimate tool for chefs. Investing in high-quality cooking tools enhances work efficiency and is a practical step towards building an environmentally friendly kitchen:
Choosing Pots & Pans:
Many conventional pots and pans tend to wear out and degrade quickly, leading to frequent replacements and increased production needs, contributing to significant waste and environmental impact. To address this issue, select professional-grade cookware with the following criteria:
- Premium Material: Opt for stainless steel 304, which offers exceptional durability and withstands the toughest kitchen conditions.
- Efficient Heat Distribution: High-quality stainless steel pans often feature aluminum or copper cores and a 3-layer design for better heat distribution, faster heating, and perfect cooking, while saving energy.
- Compatibility with Various Stoves: Ensure cookware is versatile enough to work with different types of stoves, such as gas, induction, and electric, avoiding the need for additional replacements.
Choosing Kitchen Tools:
Prioritize stainless steel products for kitchen tools due to the following benefits:
- Exceptional Durability: Stainless steel is highly resistant to chipping, rusting, or discoloration.
- Corrosion Resistance: In the kitchen environment, where exposure to high temperatures, water, and oils is frequent, the corrosion resistance of stainless steel is crucial. These tools can endure over time without frequent replacements, reducing waste and monthly costs.
- Easy Cleaning: The smooth, shiny surface of stainless steel not only provides an aesthetic appeal but also makes cleaning easier. Stainless steel is resistant to water and oil absorption, preventing bacterial and mold growth, thus ensuring food safety, which is critical in kitchen environments.
3. Standardizing Food Handling Processes
Every chef needs to establish a scientific, standardized food handling process in the kitchen to properly store ingredients, maintain quality, preserve nutrition, and extend freshness while minimizing food waste:
Use Gastronorm Pans (GN Containers):
Available in various sizes with versatile temperature retention, GN pans made from high-quality stainless steel 304 offer durability, safety, excellent heat resistance, and easy cleaning. Their stackable design helps save space.
Store Food in Glass Jars and Containers:
Glass is unaffected by typical temperature fluctuations, making glass containers ideal for use in different environments, such as refrigerators or microwaves, without compromising food quality
Package Food with Paper or Recycled Boxes:
Avoid single-use plastic or nylon materials to reduce plastic waste, which is a significant environmental pollutant.
4. Choosing Local and Seasonal Ingredients
Selecting local and seasonal ingredients is crucial for promoting sustainable cooking and creating an eco-friendly kitchen.
Local ingredients typically require less transportation, thereby reducing carbon emissions from transit. Additionally, seasonal ingredients are often fresher, more nutritious, and use fewer preservatives compared to out-of-season or imported products.
Opting for seasonal ingredients also provides customers with more affordable dishes, encourages dietary diversity, and helps preserve local crop varieties. This practice contributes to environmental protection, supports local economies, and conserves natural resources.
Conclusion
The culinary industry is entering a thriving phase as people become increasingly aware of the importance of environmental protection and sustainable living. Diners are willing to pay a premium for restaurants that meet sustainability standards. Creating an eco-friendly kitchen not only enhances the dining experience but also fosters environmental consciousness for future generations, underscoring each individual’s crucial role in safeguarding our planet.
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