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Results from the Global Chefs Challenge Africa & Middle East Regional Semi-Final

Post author By Anand
Post date August 26, 2019

Paris, France · 23 August 2019: Results from the Global Chefs Challenge Africa & Middle East Regional Semi-Finals

The Africa & Middle East Regional Semi-Finals for the Global Chefs Challenge were held in Pretoria, South Africa, 31 July – 1 August. Organized by South African Chefs Association (SACA) and Worldchefs, the competition was held in conjunction with INFOCHEF 2019 in Times Square.

Selected through champion performance at national competitions, participating teams representing Egypt, Qatar, United Arab Emirates and South Africa competed to show their mastery in the culinary arts through three competition categories: Global Chefs Challenge, Global Pastry Chefs Challenge, and Global Young Chefs Challenge – Hans Bueschkens Trophy.

Winning teams head to the Finals at Worldchefs Congress & Expo in St. Petersburg, Russia! Catch all of the action live at Worldchefs Congress 2020, July 28 – 31. For tickets to the Global Chefs Challenge final and complete access to Congress & Expo events, register now at www.worldchefscongress.org.

The teams were made up of chefs from various hotels and restaurants from each country representing their national chefs association. Competitors are listed below:

Qatar

Global Chefs: Chef Kommalage Asanka Sanjeewa
Pastry Chefs: Chef Alkesh Bhandari
Young Chefs: Chef Oussama ben Hassen

United Arab Emirates

Global Chefs: Chef Mario Coelho
Young Chefs: Chef Leon Rozario

Egypt

Pastry Chefs: Chef Sedhom Hamed
Young Chefs: Chef Kareem Atef

South Africa

Global Chefs: Chef Dion Vengatass
Pastry Chefs: Chef Arno Ralph
Young Chefs: Chef Armin Maritz

All teams did an outstanding job and made judging extremely hard and the end result being very close with the winner and second place being .4 of a point between them. This competition was held at the highest level. Winners will now go through to the final to compete against the best in the world at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2020 in St Petersburg, Russia.

GLOBAL CHEFS CHALLENGE AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST SEMI-FINAL

SEMI-FINAL RESULTS BY CATEGORY:

Global Chefs Challenge

Winner: South Africa, Chef Dion Vengatass
1st runner up: United Arab Emirates, Chefs Mario Coelho and Tharindu Lakshan
2nd runner up: Qatar, Chefs Kommalage Asanka Sanjeewa and El Mehdi Merdi

Global Pastry Chefs Challenge

Winner: South Africa, Chef Arno Ralph
1st runner up: Egypt, Chef Sedhom Hamed
2nd runner up: Qatar, Chef Alkesh Bhandari

Global Young Chefs Challenge – Hans Bueschkens Trophy

Winner: South Africa, Chef Armin Maritz
1st runner up: Egypt, Chef Kareem Atef
2nd runner up: United Arab Emirates, Chef Leon Rozario

Team South Africa along with the wildcard competitor from the UAE in pastry will now represent the region at the Final in July 2020 in St Petersburg.

The judges of the competition came from each country and South Africa, led by head judge and seasoned competitor Garth Schnier, Hossam Soliman – President of Egypt Chefs Association, Andy Cuthbert – Continental Director based in UAE, Sanet Prinsloo – former association president from Namibia, and Nadine Demmier and Stuart McClarty of South Africa. We thank the judges for their excellent work.

Continental Director Andy Cuthbert remarked, “the organization and location of the competition was excellent and SACA did an outstanding job in organizing the event flawlessly. President James Khoza and competition organizer Elsu Gericke are to be congratulated for an outstanding competition.”

Grateful thanks also goes several culinary schools including Capsicum, Chef MLK School of Cooking, Prue Leith, and HTA for their exemplary student volunteers and logistical support.

The competition would not have been possible without the support of all the sponsors whom we thank for their commitment to the industry and the Worldchefs community at large: Mac Brothers for kitchens, Sigma for jackets, Dilmah Tea, Nestlé Professional, Les vergers Boiron, VanDrie Group, Avanti, Turn and Slice, Sun International, La Marina, Sir Fruit, and Roll Kem.

Cuthbert added, “We congratulate all competitors and look forward to seeing team South Africa and the UAE bring home the trophies in July 2020.”

To view photos of the event, visit our photo album here. Photos by the Visual Feast Group.

To learn more about the Global Chefs Challenge and the Road to St. Petersburg, visit www.globalchefschallenge.org.

For tickets to the Final, register for Congress 2020 at www.worldchefscongress.org.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

The World Association of Chefs’ Societies, known as Worldchefs, is a dynamic global network of 110 chef associations worldwide. A leading voice in the hospitality industry, Worldchefs carries 91 years of history since its founding at the Sorbonne by the venerable Auguste Escoffier. Representing a mobilized international membership of culinary professionals, Worldchefs is committed to advancing the profession and leveraging the influence of the chef jacket for the betterment of the industry and humanity at large.

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Education – Worldchefs offers support for education and professional development through the landmark Worldchefs Academy online training program, our expansive network of Worldchefs Certified Schools and curriculums, and the world’s first Global Hospitality Certification recognizing on-the-job skills in hospitality;

Networking – Worldchefs provides a platform for connection to chefs around the world, and a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events and the preeminent biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;

Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and runs the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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International Chefs Day is Almost Here!

Post author By Anand
Post date July 17, 2019

INTERNATIONAL CHEFS DAY IS ALMOST HERE!

Can it be true? Yes, International Chefs Day 2019 is soon to come! It is almost time once again to support the children around the world on this special day.

On October 20th we invite you to make a difference in your communities by making healthy eating fun and exciting for children.

This year’s campaign theme is, “How Healthy Food Works!” Once again, made possible by our partner Nestlé Professional.

How can you participate? It’s so easy! Since last 2018, Nestlé Professional has prepared and tested recipes to make it easier for you. Just go to www.internationalchefsday.worldchefs.org and download the recipes, along with the toolkit provided. This will help you to organize and launch your International Chefs Day 2019 Super Workshop, or to make this even more fun for the children, why not call it a party?

With only a few months left, it is time to start thinking of where you will have your International Chefs Day 2019 Party. For example:

Contact a local culinary school kitchen and get their students involved to help you.
Reach out to your local public or private schools. Get the cafeteria supervisor involved and do this together with students.
Reach out to your local chef’s association for other suggestions or venues they can give you access to without having to pay rental fees, or for basic utensils and equipment.
Or, simply share your knowledge and cook with your children in your very own kitchen and invite their neighborhood friends.

And please keep be sure to read in your toolkit about the Health & Safety considerations.

Who’s got your back? We do! The International Chefs Day Committee Members and the Nestlé Managers are here to help you.

Every year we have more chefs participating, so let’s get bigger and better! But, if October 20 is too busy for you, then pick another day that week. And who’s to say you can’t do more than 1 workshop/party that week? Why not? I am!

It’s very humbling to share with children a new fruit or vegetable they have never tried. To see their expression when they try it for the first time or with a combination of flavors!

In 2004, Dr. Bill Gallagher implemented International Chefs Day to celebrate our profession, to share and pass on our knowledge and culinary skills to our children. It’s our legacy to help children get excited about healthy food and our industry.

I like to say, we are “Preparing Children for a Healthy Life!” Food is something we need every day, so let’s all join together and teach the children, “How Healthy Food Works.”

For questions and support, please don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected].

Warmest
Culinary Regards,

Vanessa
Marquis, Chairman

International
Chefs Day Committee

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“Preparing Children for a Healthy Life!”

Download the toolkit now to get started now!

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The day 2,850 kids became Food Heroes

Post author By Anand
Post date July 8, 2019

Paris, France · 8 July 2019 · The day 2,850 kids became Food Heroes

We committed to raising awareness about food waste and educating 30,000 kids about sustainable eating throughout 2019. July 8 was something of a milestone.

The original link can be found below.

The biggest number of workshops in a day took place in India as schoolchildren earned their superpower status.

Food Heroes is a global initiative supported by Electrolux Food Foundation along with partners to teach the future generation how better eating makes for a healthier planet.

In the city of Hyderabad, 85 classrooms across five schools opened their doors and 400 workshop facilitators flooded through. Trained one day prior, the volunteers were delegates at the annual AIESEC International conference.

AIESEC, along with Worldchefs make up the partnership trio that together with the Electrolux Food Foundation is bringing Food Heroes to fruition around the world.

Young leaders, chefs and employees from these organizations have taken the program to heart and their global networks are invaluable in spreading the message and taking workshops to offices, schools and kitchens.

The free-to-use toolkit was developed through the UNICEF sustainability initiative World’s Largest Lesson and is available in a multitude of languages.

Aimed at kids aged 8–12, the lesson plan inspires children to challenge and change their own food habits in a fun and playful way.

Want to join us? Download our toolkit here and help more kids to become Food Heroes.

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The original article can be found on the Electrolux page.

Click here to find out more about ‘Like a Chef’.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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Dubai Hosts “Restaurants, Cafés & Lounges” on 7-8 October 2019

Post author By Anand
Post date July 8, 2019

Paris, France · 8 July 2019: Dubai Hosts “Restaurants, Cafés & Lounges” on 7-8 October 2019

Improving efficiency and delivering an improved holistic experience to cater to the rapidly changing consumer behavior.

THOMAS A. GUGLER: “The event and the organizers have the credo to make the great minds of the world coming together and work on our future.”

LEILA MASINAEI: “Restaurants, Cafés & Lounges” brings together all the stakeholders involved in creating business models from menu selections, growth strategies, location mapping, to technology implementation.”

The first edition of “Restaurants Cafés & Lounges” Conference and Exhibition will be held in Dubai on the 7th & 8th of October 2019, at the Roda Al Bustan Hotel. The first of its kind in the region, the event is organized by Great Minds Event Management. The organizers share a goal of gathering a selected group of F&B and hospitality experts to discuss improving efficiency and delivering an improved holistic experience to cater to the rapidly changing consumer behavior in the F&B sector, and to help restaurants, cafés, and lounge owners and F&B stakeholders to discover the latest strategies that can drive innovation across all business functions to survive and grow in an ever changing business environment.

Leila Masinaei, the Managing Partner of Great Minds Event Management said: “We are organizing Restaurants Cafés & Lounges to bring together all the stakeholders who are involved in creating business models from menu selections, growth strategies, location mapping, to technology implementation, from across the Middle East & North Africa.”

“The number of F&B outlets in the region, with new concepts popping up daily, while the existing restaurants, cafés and lounges are actively scouting for new strategic locations to expand their business. However, we noticed in the last few years, the F&B sector has been struggling to catch up with the rapidly changing consumer trends, behavior and habits. Technology disrupting the market greatly and the economy’s effect on consumer’s spending patterns have made many previously successful businesses obsolete, losing their business and customers to raising competition. We saw the necessity to invite top experts and stakeholders to brainstorm new strategies to cope with the ever-changing consumer behavior and maximize the gains from technological advancements,” Masinaei added.

Arvind Shekar, the Event’s Director, said “More than 250 attendees from 25 countries, mostly business owners, operation heads, chefs and experts in the F&B industry and hospitality sector will discuss the latest consumer trends, and growth strategies in the MENA market, and share their experiences and ideas during 10 hours of networking sessions, while enjoying the chance of meeting 40 Exhibitors, showcasing the latest technology trends and new innovative products.”

“Restaurants, Cafés, & Lounges” will honor 5 industry leaders with 5 awards, and the event will include a Chef Contest, in addition to 3 workshops, plus a Cocktail Zero Live demo bar: a concept in which ICCA Dubai in partnership with Alembic will showcase a whole range of non-alcoholic innovative drinks.” added Shekar.

The event’s activities will include onstage celebrity chef interviews with Chef Thomas A. Gugler, President of World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs), and Chef Manal Al Alem “The Queen of Arabian Kitchen,” in addition to Workshops and Emerging brands spotlight sessions.

Worldchefs President, Thomas A. Gugler, commented on participating in Restaurants, Cafés, and Lounges: “I am looking forward to having some fruitful discussions, some exchange of thoughts and work experiences and to support the colleagues from all around the world. As I am running millions of chefs around the globe for me it’s a must in supporting the event and the organizers which has the credo to make the great minds of the world coming together and work on our future. ‘Knowledge’ is the key for success and the essentials of a good business and proper execution of work tasks.”

“In such professional gatherings, the benefits of attending and participating is worth the time and effort, especially with a carefully selected agenda, speakers and topics to discuss, such as remodeling of businesses to cater to the emerging trends and consumer behavior, delivery business and consumer buy-in, building a better kitchen culture, the role of commercial/dark kitchen in a business expansion plans, and business start-up and scaling, that’s why I encourage all stakeholders and interested hospitality and F&B professionals to join the discussions,” added Gugler.

Restaurants, Cafés & Lounges discussions will focus mainly on consumer behaviors, habits and trends affecting F&B business models in middle east, such as the changing pattern of dine-in versus, take-away and delivery, the change in consumer spending, discount culture and ‘offer’ driven sales, as well as technology inspired behaviors like the social media influence on consumers to choose fancy restaurants and food, and, delivery aggregators and how technology is disrupting the market, as well as consumer behavior influencers with constantly changing diet preferences.

For more information or to arrange media interviews, we’d be glad to assist:

Mariam Mikhail

Head of PR & Communications

The Great Minds Group

00971562228535

[email protected]

https://restaurantscafeslounges.com

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Education – Worldchefs offers support for education and professional development through the landmark Worldchefs Academy online training program, our expansive network of Worldchefs Certified Schools and curriculums, and the world’s first Global Hospitality Certification recognizing on-the-job skills in hospitality;

Networking – Worldchefs provides a platform for connection to chefs around the world, and a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events and the preeminent biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;

Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and runs the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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Bocuse d’Or Silver Medallist Empowers Budding Chefs in Sri Lanka

Post author By Anand
Post date June 7, 2019

Paris, France · 7 June 2019: Bocuse d’Or Silver Medallist Empowers Budding Chefs in Sri Lanka

1997 Bocuse d’Or Silver medallist – Chef Roland Debuyst visited Sri Lanka in the months of March and April 2019 to inspire budding chefs at the Empower Culinary and Hospitality School (ECHS). The school is one of the many initiatives undertaken by Founder of Dilmah Tea – Merrill J. Fernando to empower children from underprivileged and disadvantaged backgrounds. Here, Chef Roland Debuyst conducted a live cookery demonstration using fresh ingredients, hand-picked from Dilmah’s organic garden.

His visit and teachings were not limited to the school, in the days to follow, he also conducted a Masterclass for local chefs to hone their culinary skills in preparation for the upcoming Bocuse d’Or –Sri Lanka competition.

The Empower Culinary and Hospitality School

The Empower Culinary & Hospitality School is a premier culinary and hospitality training facility, endorsed by the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs) as a centre of excellence for professional training, the school creates new avenues for marginalised youth with empowerment through education in the gastronomy and hospitality industry of Sri Lanka. The school uses an intensive training method with visiting international and local culinary professionals who provide students with a global perspective and comprehensive knowledge on cuisine and hospitality.

The Ethical Tea Society established in recognition of the importance of sharing the deep sense of fulfilment that is an indirect benefit of the process of changing lives gives professionals the opportunity to share their skills and empower others.

Find out how your culinary skills and knowledge can empower the students at Dilmah’s Empower Culinary & Hospitality School through the Ethical Tea Society at https://www.mjffoundation.org/ethical-tea-society/get-involved/experts-professionals.html.

To read more about Worldchefs partnership with Dilmah, follow this link.

For more information on Dilmah and their products, visit www.dilmahtea.com.

To learn more about the MJF Foundation, visit www.mjffoundation.org.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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Worldchefs Welcomes Koppert Cress as Global Partner

Post author By Anand
Post date May 21, 2019

Paris, France · 25 April 2019: Worldchefs Welcomes Koppert Cress as Global Partner

Worldchefs is pleased to announce a partnership with Koppert Cress.

Koppert Cress specializes in cresses, the young seedlings of unique, aromatic plants. Their greenhouses provide chefs unparalleled access to living micro-vegetables grown from seeds sourced around the world. To provide a year-round supply of fresh exceptional ingredients, they maintain an international network of biologists, plant experts and gastronomists to help deliver to the interests and demands of hospitality professionals on a global scale.

An innovator in the specialty produce space, Koppert Cress has received multiple awards for developing state-of-the-art and sustainable food production techniques. A two-time recipient of the prestigious AGF Innovation Award, their facilities have been recognized as some of the most advanced in the industry.

Koppert Crest encourages and supports chefs in understanding the great range of flavor, fragrance, and visual presentation offered by cresses and micro-vegetables, extending far beyond just decorative value. With an ever-growing collection of more than 70 unique cresses and specialties, there is always something new to discover and enhance your next dish.

“Koppert Cress is based in a small town in the heart of the Netherlands, but known internationally for their superior products, chosen by our chefs for taste, health benefits and decorative appeal,” said Thomas Gugler, Worldchefs President. “We are delighted to bring them on board as a Global Partner.”

Koppert Cress products are to be mandatory ingredients in the Global Chefs Challenge Final, taking place in July 2020 as part of Worldchefs Congress & Expo. Chefs selected in rigorous semi-final competitions across the globe will compete in the categories of Global Chefs, Global Pastry Chefs and Global Young Chefs. Early Bird Registration is now open. Register today to catch all the competition action live at www.worldchefscongress.org.

To learn more about Koppert Cress and their products, visit www.koppertcress.com.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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Dilmah renews as a Worldchefs Premium Partner

Post author By Anand
Post date March 28, 2019

Paris, France · 28 March 2019: Dilmah renews as a Worldchefs Premium Partner

Worldchefs is pleased to announce a renewed partnership with Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC, a Sri Lankan family tea company and valued Worldchefs Premium Partner since 2008.

A pioneer in single origin tea and sustainable innovation, Dilmah is an example of a company with sincere values and commitment. Founded by Merrill J. Fernando in 1974, Dilmah holds true to its belief that “business is a matter of human service.” Their profits fund the MJF Charitable Foundation and Dilmah Conservation, providing humanitarian and conservation projects in Sri Lanka. Today, the MJF Foundation is one of the largest charitable foundations in Sri Lanka and has changed the lives of thousands.

With revenue from Dilmah’s global sales, Dilmah Conservation implements environmental protection, education, and habitat restoration projects. A remarkable model for sustainable initiative in the corporate sector, their commitment to the environment extends beyond the service of Dilmah Conservation. Early this year, the company announced complete carbon neutral status for all Dilmah products following the installation of two mini-hydropower stations on their tea estates.

Recognizing his tremendous convictions and contributions to the community at large, Dilmah founder Merrill J. Fernando was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 Worldchefs Congress. A leader in corporate responsibility and social justice, he has fostered in his company a continued dedication to integrity in business.

Dilmah has a market presence in over one hundred countries, with several lines of artisanal handpicked teas and herbal infusions. They seek to inspire a passion for tea amongst hospitality professionals, aficionados, and consumers alike by cultivating a respect for tea and its rich cultural heritage.

Worldchefs President, Thomas Gugler, writes: “Our organizations share a commitment to bettering the world, not just for our own communities, but for all. Worldchefs takes pride in its partnership with Dilmah, and is grateful both for their support of chefs, and for their contributions to a healthier planet.”

For more information on Dilmah and their products, visit www.dilmahtea.com.

To learn more about Dilmah Conservation, visit www.dilmahconservation.org.

To learn more about the MJF Foundation, visit www.mjffoundation.org.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:

Humanitarian & Sustainability – our Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.

For more information about Worldchefs, visit us at www.worldchefs.org.

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Afternoon Tea for the 21st Century; Re-engineering 18th Century Real High Tea

Post author By Anand
Post date September 27, 2018

Afternoon Tea for the 21st Century is an evolution of Dilmah’s 8 year
journey with the ‘Real High Tea Challenge’. Because Afternoon Tea is not just
about tea with scones and cucumber sandwiches, there are several dimensions to
it. And whilst ultimately the objective is to present great taste, to present
goodness in terms of the wellness aspects in tea, but also purpose in terms of
doing something that impacts on the lives of someone else.

The Cultural Dimension

Afternoon Tea for the 21st Century shall be governed by
specific cultural attributes, emphasizing local tradition, cultural and
historical heritage in order to add that dimension to the guest experience.

The Personal Dimension

A key element that would enhance the experience of afternoon tea for guests is
the authenticity and individuality in the teas, paired foods and so on. A
personal element could involve a family tradition or a recipe from that has been
passed down.

The Culinary Dimension

Excellence in the quality of ingredients, technique and the
outcome of all sensory aspects are required.

The Mixology Dimension

Excellence in the selection of spirits and their combination
is a must in creating the perfect experience.

The Sustainability Dimension

Ingredients, techniques and all aspects of the preparation and presentation of
Afternoon Tea for the 21st Century must be aligned to environmental, economic
and social priorities, ensuring that choice of ingredients, culinary techniques
do not in any way compromise any of these elements or the interests and
aspiration of the guest.

Tea Dimension

The selection and presentation of teas must be made with knowledge of the
specific terroir, perfect preparation and service, with clear expression of the
terroir of each. Respect for the teas and their specific characteristics in
relation to their appearance, aroma, taste and texture needs to be maintained
for the service of tea in any form, even when used as an ingredient.

Harmony

The 7th dimension is the combination of the cultural, personal, culinary,
mixology, sustainability and tea dimension which need to be harmonious with the
other in order that the tea maintains a harmonious combination with food, or
the beverage with which it is served.

Learn More About Dilmah’s Tea & Gastronomy Concepts
HERE.

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Worldchefs is happy to share with you all the latest news & trends of the profession, let’s see how Gastronomixs enables chefs to stay ahead of the game!

Post author By Anand
Post date May 30, 2018

Worldchefs is happy to share with you all the latest news & trends of the profession, let’s see how

GASTRONOMIXS ENABLES CHEFS TO STAY AHEAD OF THE GAME

The online brainstorming partner for chefs has been launched in Ireland & The UK!

Over the last six years, the team from Gastronomixs.comhas worked together with professional chefs from around the world to build anenormous databaseof culinary knowledge and inspiration. The goal is to promote a global reference work created for and by chefs.More than 20,000 chefsare currently working with this online tool, which contains thousands of recipes from all types of cuisines. The global rollout will be launched in Ireland & The UK. But of course, the platform is available for all English speaking chefs from all over the world!

‘Gastronomixs provides recipes in the form of building blocks

which every chef can use to create endless variations of dishes.’

BUILDING BLOCKS FOR CHEFS

The biggest difference to other sources is that Gastronomixs provides knowledge in the form of building blocks, also calledcomponents. These are not dishes, but preparations of one single ingredient such as smoked potato, fermented carrot, or roast pineapple, which form part of a recipe. Classic preparations and the latest techniques are all conveniently arranged per ingredient on Gastronomixs. Spending hours searching for the perfect recipe or dish is a thing of the past!

One very important point to note is that all components have been made and tested by a team of professional chefs. As a result, Gastronomixs can offer users a highly reliable source of knowledge.

‘In comparison to most recipe sites, all content on Gastronomixs has

been made and tested by professional chefs.’

THE ONLINE BRAINSTORMING PARTNER

Are you looking for a fresh component to complete your dish? Do you want to give one of your most popular starters a unique twist? Have you been tasked with developing a three-course vegetarian menu? Gastronomixs.comis here to simplify the creative culinary process of chefs! Every chef can come here to develop creative recipes using the platform as their online brainstorming partner. By playing with the thousands of components on Gastronomixs, chefs are encouraged in a positive way to think outside the box.

In short the benefits of Gastronomixs:

• New tried-and-tested recipes every week

All recipes have been tried and tested, which saves you a lot of time!

• Available within arm’s reach, anywhere, anytime

We are here whenever you need us, on any screen.

• All culinary inspiration in one place

Chefs and specialists from across the world share their knowledge with you.

• Made for and by professional chefs

We speak the same language and understand the challenges you face.

For just €6 per month or €60 per year, you have full access to the platform. But you can always first try a free two-week accountto see how Gastronomixs can inspire you. Go to Gastronomixs.comand be inspired!

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Discover here Alan Orreal's dream for the past seven years for Disney Shangai

Post author By Anand
Post date March 13, 2018

THE DREAM OF ALAN ORREAL FROM DISNEY SHANGHAI & WORLDCHEFS

Alan Orreal's growing dream for the past seven
years to create a complete scholastic and practical training program in a
working operational kitchen environment that delivers measurable accountable
outcomes and delivers a globally recognized certification. Opening a resort of
this size in mainland China was always going to come with its own special set
of challenges not the least of which was going to be the standard of Culinary
training available. We recognized early on that we were going to need help so
we turned to WorldChefs and asked them how we can develop our training program
further to meet global standards and to be able to award our cast a globally
recognized certification? Needless to say WorldChefs were there to review our
programs and offered us practical advice on how we could improve our program
even further.

The Culinary is the Heart of the House at Shanghai
Disney Resort. With over 1003 cast members strong receiving food, managing the
massive inventory and logistics, preparing and producing meals for over 13
million guests annually, one can glean from this staggering statistic alone
that training is extremely important.

Alan Orreal-Liang is the Culinary Director for the
entire white coat brigade at Shanghai Disney Resort and we spoke to him
concerning training for his Cooks and asked him about the partnership with
WorldChefs and the Global Culinary Certification program.

This partnership between Shanghai
Disney Resort and WorldChefs is a first in mainland China for any company and
will enable our Culinary cast for the first time to be awarded a Globally
Recognized Certification that will open doors for them throughout their
careers. It’s terribly humbling to have reached this point and to realize the
importance of what we have achieved together and what it will mean for all the
cooks to come through these kitchens for all the years to come. I am very
grateful to Worldchefs for their invaluable advice and vision, our incredible
talented team of Chefs who helped me drive this program forward and for
delivering it, our Disney partners who support us daily, my admin team for the
hundreds of hours of planning and work and the Disney leadership for allowing
us to Dream!

Walt Disney said,” All
our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” It is in this spirit that Shanghai Disney Resort has
set forth the foundation for our Culinary Training program. It is our vision
that our cast members will receive world class training opportunities to
prepare them well for a work environment that relentlessly pursues excellence
and innovation. Continuous sustained drive for creativity in menu creation
requires that our cast have solid foundational culinary skillsets and more to
deliver the highest quality dishes and products to our guests every day. With
this front of mind our extensive full time programs that are both classroom and
hands on delivered curriculum to levels within the Culinary from Interns,
Kitchen Assistants, Commis levels and up to Chef De Partie levels

“Global Certification is important
not just for our company it’s important for us all as I believe we must all
work to stem the tide of declining culinary skillsets worldwide if we are to
have a sustainable industry and maintain cross-cultural culinary standards.”

Alan Orreal-Liang

‘Worldchefs are delighted to be
working with Shanghai Disney on our global culinary certification. We are
particularly grateful to Chef Alan Orreal and his team for their vision and
commitment to developing this unique partnership. Commis Chef and Chef de
Partie trainees at the Shanghai Disney resort will now receive international recognition
from Worldchefs, through our global culinary certification, for the continuous
professional development opportunties which are offered as part of the Disney culinary
programme. We have been impressed by the quality of the training delivered at
the resort and hope that many companies around the world will follow the
example set by Disney for the development of new talent the industry
desperately needs. We are very excited about this special relationship which
marks a key milestone in shaping the future of the culinary profession.’

John Clancy – Worldchefs Education
Director

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