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Times of Crisis become Times of Opportunity in Mexico

Times of Crisis become Times of Opportunity in Mexico

Paris, 4th of May 2020 – “The times of crisis are times of opportunity as 126 Pre-Commis Chefs complete Worldchefs Academy free online course,” stated President Rodrigo Ibáñez Rojas of the National Association of Professional Chefs of Mexico A.C.

The arrival of COVID-19 in Mexico is one of the biggest challenges the hospitality industry has faced: tourists who cancel, restaurants with empty tables and closed travel agencies. However, the impact has reached many more areas that are indirectly involved in the industry: education. 

Students from some universities in Mexico, convened by the National College of Professional Chefs of Mexico AC, carried out the first international online certificate and badge offered by Worldchefs Academy, created to standardize the level of knowledge and skills of cooks and chefs in a global context, which will allow them to better perform operational positions in any company in the industry around the world. 

The food and beverage industry requires more and more chefs with globalized knowledge, so getting the training now will allow them to have additional resources that complement and reaffirm their skills and knowledge towards a level of excellence. 

The result for this first occasion has been 126 new students receiving their Pre-Commis Chef certificates and badges.

We are hopeful that more students and professionals in the industry will be interested in this free program offered by Worldchefs Academy.


En Español: Los Tiempos de Crisis son Tiempos de Oportunidad Mientras 

París, 4 de mayo de 2020 – “Los tiempos de crisis son tiempos de oportunidad mientras 126 Pre-Commis Chefs completan el curso en línea gratuito de la Academia Worldchefs. “ declarado Presidente Rodrigo Ibáñez Rojas del Colegio Nacional de Chefs Profesionales de México A.C. 

La llegada del COVID-19 a México es uno de los mayores desafíos a los que la industria de la hospitalidad se ha enfrentado: turistas que cancelan, restaurantes con mesas vacías y agencias de viajes cerradas, sin embargo, el impacto ha llegado a muchas más áreas que, indirectamente, están involucradas en la industria: la educación. 

Alumnos de algunas universidades de México, convocados por el Colegio Nacional de Chefs Profesionales de México A.C., realizaron la primera certificate internacional en modo online ofrecida por la Worldchefs Academy, creada para estandarizar el nivel de conocimientos y las habilidades de cocineros y chefs en un context global, que les permitirá desempeñar de mejor forma puestos operativos en cualquier empresa del ramo en el mundo.

La Industria de Alimentos y Bebidas a nivel mundial requiere cada vez más chefs con conocimientos globalizados, por lo que obtener la capacitación ahora les permitirá contar con recursos adicionales que complementen y reafirmen sus habilidades y conocimientos hacia un nivel de excelencia. 

El resultado para esta primera ocasión ha sido que 126 nuevos estudiantes recibieran sus Pre-Commis Chef certificados e insignias.

Esperemos que haya más estudiantes y profesionales de la industria se interesen en este programa que Worldchefs Academy ofrece de manera gratuita. 


For more information on Worldchefs Academy, contact [email protected] or visit www.worldchefsacademy.com

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 hospitality, 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 four core focus areas:

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

Networking – Worldchefs connects culinary professionals around the globe through their online community platform and provides a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events, Worldchefs Village, and the biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;

Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules and endorsemetn of key culinary competitions worldwide, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and operates the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;

Humanitarianism & Sustainability – Worldchefs 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 Launches New Podcast: World on a Plate

Worldchefs Launches New Podcast: World on a Plate

 

  • Worldchefs has launched a new podcast offering an exclusive look into the culinary world through the lens of experts.

  • Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate features conversations with top chefs and leading voices in hospitality exploring food, innovations, and industry news.

  • Subscribe to the podcast on all major listening platforms including SpotifyApple PodcastsStitcherDeezerRadioPublicTuneIn, and on Worldchefs online at latest.worldchefs.org/podcasts.

 

Paris, 29th of April 2020 – Worldchefs, the World Association of Chefs’ Societies, a leading voice in hospitality, has launched a new podcast for chefs, culinarians, and hospitality professionals. Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate features conversations with top chefs and industry experts, exploring food, innovations, and news.

 

The most recent episode features Chef Paul Sorgule, President of Harvest America Ventures, examining COVID-19’s impact on the restaurant industry. The episode provides inspiration to prepare for the future in these days of uncertainty, with tips on re-opening and forecasts on the short and longterm implications of coronavirus for hospitality.

 

World on a Plate’s host, Ragnar Fridriksson says, “Worldchefs podcast will bring listeners culinary insights on topics important to them, with views from around the globe. With diverse conversations on latest trends and updates from global kitchens, World on a Plate provides an opportunity for chefs to both learn and be inspired by expert guests.”


 

Listeners can contact the Worldchefs team via an enquiry form to provide feedback and ideas for the podcast, or to become a guest on the show.

 

To listen to the podcast, visit any major listening platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Deezer, RadioPublic, TuneIn, and on Worldchefs online at latest.worldchefs.org/podcasts.

 

World on a Plate is sponsored by Nestlé Professional, making more possible. Nestlé Professional is a longtime Worldchefs partner and advocate for the culinary community, providing support for key programs including Worldchefs Academy, an free online pre-commis chef training program, Worldchefs Congress, the Bill Gallagher Young Chefs Forum and Young Chefs Lounge, designed to inspire and empower the next generation of culinary professionals, and International Chefs Day, an annual celebration on 20 October mobilizing chefs to teach kids around the globe about the importance of healthy eating by hosting workshops worldwide.

 

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 hospitality, 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 four core focus areas:


 

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

 

Networking – Worldchefs connects culinary professionals around the globe through their online community platform and provides a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events, Worldchefs Village, and the biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;

 

Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules and endorsemetn of key culinary competitions worldwide, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and operates the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;

 

Humanitarianism & Sustainability – Worldchefs 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.

 


 

About Nestlé Professional

Nestlé Professional is dedicated to being an inspiring growth partner that delivers creative branded food and beverage solutions, enabling foodservice operators to delight their consumers. From Minor’s®, Stouffer’s®, Chef-mate® and Trio® on-trend culinary items to innovative beverage systems under NESCAFÉ®, Nestlé® Vitality® and Coffee-mate brands, Nestlé Professional meets the needs of foodservice operators while satisfying the tastes of the out-of-home consumer. Nestlé Professional is a division of Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company. It is present in 190 countries around the world, and its 328,000 employees are committed to the Nestlé purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. 

 

Learn more at www.nestleprofessional.com.


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Despite Internet Blackouts 17 Pre-Commis Chef Certificates Awarded in Rakhine, Myanmar

Despite Internet Blackouts 17 Pre-Commis Chef Certificates Awarded in Rakhine, Myanmar

Paris, 21st of April 2020 – Worldchefs Academy is pleased to announce 17 Chefs from the Myanmar Chefs Association in Rakhine have completed the Pre-Commis Chef course. 

Worldchefs Academy was established to offer culinary education to aspiring Chefs that do not have the means, mobility or flexibility to attend full-time culinary school. Worldchefs Academy is free of charge and open to anyone, regardless of educational background or current skills level.  

Participants can learn through the web-based platform on a PC, laptop, tablet or via the mobile app in an offline study mode and complete the total course free of charge within 6 months, then simply to go back online when ready to complete and pass the final assessment.

President Oliver E Soe Thet of the Myanmar Chefs Association became aware of Worldchefs Academy during the 2018 Worldchefs Congress and took direct account of the educational online platform as an opportunity for every Chef in Myanmar, including those in rural areas facing Internet blackouts.  

President Soe Thet, stated “This was the perfect solution for many Rakhine Chefs in Myanmar as Internet is not always the best, never fast and at times blackouts are mandated by the Myanmar Government, which  can effect the 9 townships in North Rakhine. The Worldchefs Academy online program provided the way for many Rakhine Chefs to achieve a formal individual study program with international culinary standards.”

President Soe Thet further stated, “For the Myanmar Chefs Association, it is important to give aspiring individuals in the hospitality industry the opportunity for a proper, well researched and developed learning system from a-to-z”.

Upon completion of the Pre-Commis Chef course, participants will have acquired the theory to complete an online assessment and receive their Worldchefs Academy Pre-Commis Chef certificate and badge, an important first step for anyone looking for employment in a professional kitchen. 

The Pre-Commis Chef course also links to the Worldchefs certification portal and is intended to be the first step on the culinary career path.  It will help participants enter the culinary industry, receive a basic foundation and apply for their first culinary job with more ease and confidence.            

The 17 Pre-Commis Chef course graduates from Rakhine include: Khin Susan, Aye Su Mon, Ye         Minn, Soe Ko Ko, Nway Naing Oo, Ye Min Paing, Wai Wai Thin, Khin Soe, Aung Zin Phyo, Kyaw Zin   Phyu, Win Ko Naing, Mya Win, Phyu Wai Aung, Tun Yadanar, Aung Chit Oo, Chit Oo Ko Ko and Thet   Paing Tun. 

For more information on Worldchefs Academy, visit www.worldchefsacademy.com or contact [email protected].

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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 hospitality, 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 four core focus areas:

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

Networking – Worldchefs connects culinary professionals around the globe through their online community platform and provides a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events, Worldchefs Village, and the biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;

Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules and endorsemetn of key culinary competitions worldwide, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and operates the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;

Humanitarianism & Sustainability – Worldchefs 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 News: Congress Cancelled, Sustainability Webinar, Judge Extension & More

“If kitchens are the heartbeat of the home, restaurants are the heartbeat of the nation.”
Chef Kwame Onwuachi, Independent Restaurant Coalition
This is an unprecedented time for our world and our industry. But through it all, what we’ve seen from our community is an inspiration. Cooking for those on the front lines, joining voices to advocate for the collective, sharing recipes and messages of hope: together, one heartbeat.

Worldchefs wishes you all health, hope, and resilience during this time. Read on for news, resources, and ways to get involved.

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Worldchefs Board of Directors announced that the 2020 Worldchefs Congress been cancelled due to the global pandemic caused by COVID-19. For those already registered to attend the Congress, Worldchefs will be providing a 100% refund for all registration fees. An alternate venue to host the 2020 Global Chef Challenge final will be announced when details are confirmed. For more information, read the official statement here.
 

Now more than ever, online networking is so important. Have you joined the new Worldchefs online community? With a Worldchefs profile, you can connect with +500,000  Worldchefs members and hospitality professionals, search jobs, get advice, and more. Stay connected to your professional community. Create your account within seconds at www.worldchefs.org/loginAssociation or school? Your profile is already created! Search for your country here

Worldchefs and our Feed the Planet partners have developed a free webinar to help our community bolster their resumes and bring sustainable practices to foodservice. Join Chef Chris Koetke beginning next week for a 7-day series on Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals. Learn more and register here. This webinar is the introductory version of Worldchefs Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals. Apply to deliver the full version at your schools or workplace here.
 
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The Myanmar Chefs Association has been working tirelessly to help provide donated food to people in need, including doctors and patients, amid COVID-19. They have already delivered 3.8 million kyat of food for donation. Thank you for all that you do!
Worldchefs Certified Judges: Extension on Licenses
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Singapore’s Top Chefs Launch Video Campaign On Hand Hygiene
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COVID-19 Resource Hub
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Coronavirus Guide for the F&B Industry
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Congratulations!
Friedr. Dick’s AJAX chef‘s knife from the 1905 series was honoured with two awards: the “KitchenInnovation of the Year® 2020” consumer award and the “DINEUS Grand Tableware Award” in the category Cooking & Baking. 
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Webinar: Sustainability Education for Culinary Professional
15 to 17 & 20 to 23 April
Location: Online
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Culinary Arts & Hot Kitchen Competition Seminar: Edmonton
31 May
Location: Canada

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COVID-19 RESOURCE HUB

UPDATED | 3/27/2020

Worldchefs is here to support you during this uncertain time. We have compiled a variety of free resources, virtual events and more to help you connect with the global community, build skills and prepare to advance in a post-COVID-19 world.
ACTION TO #SAVERESTAURANTS
CANADA: Make Your Voice Heard >>
Restaurants Canada, the Hotel Association of Canada, and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada have joined forces in their lobbying effort to secure tax relief and a credit facility for the sector as a whole. Sign the proposal to show your support.
USA: Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act >>
One-page summary of the proposed Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act.

USA: Everything to Know About How the $2 Trillion Stimulus Helps (and Fails) Restaurants >>
Here’s everything you need to know about the bill.

USA: Independent Restaurant Coalition (IRC>>
An initiative to unify the voice of hospitality professionals nationwide and save the local restaurants affected by COVID-19.

CHILE: Achiga Solicita al Gobierno >>
Como asociación y representantes de todo el gremio gastronómico estamos solicitando al gobierno que se continúe con delivery como opción de funcionamiento de restaurantes ante cierre total por COVID-19 en algunas comunas del país.
FRANCE: Sauvons Nos Restaurants et Producteurs >>
Pousser le gouvernement à décréter l’état de catastrophe naturelle sanitaire afin que les assurances nous indemnisent.
EUROPE: We Are Still Open >>
A non-profit initiative created to help a global restaurant community in crisis: listing quality restaurants, wine bars, grocers, farmers, bakeries, etc. in Europe that are providing alternative business-models and take-out/or delivery during the forced-closings during COVID-19.
Click here to send us resources from your country.
GUIDELINES + BEST PRACTICES FOR HOSPITALITY SERVICE
COVID-19 Guide >>
This guide, available in English, Español, 中文 (简体), Français, Burmese, العربية, and Deutsch, is specifically written to help people in the F&B industry reduce the risk of their businesses accidentally spreading Coronavirus. The suggestions are low to no-cost and are generally good practice —they have been evaluated by epidemiologists, public health experts, biologists, and doctors.
CDC Symptoms of COVID-19 >>
Clearly communicate and inform the team about symptoms of coronavirus. 

CDC Sanitation >>
Abide by all hand washing and sanitation procedures published by the CDC.

For Hotels and Hotel Staff >>
An information sheet for hotel management and staff about coronavirus.

Singapore’s Top Chefs On Hand Hygiene >>
Nine chefs from Singapore’s leading MICHELIN-star restaurants including Sebastien Lepinoy, Kirk Westaway and Hawker Chan demonstrate the right way to wash your hands in a new public service campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19.
OPERATIONAL GUIDES
Operating Procedures from DIG >>
Enhanced safety protocols, delivery driver protocols, sanitation log and more.

How to Run a Restaurant in the Face of Uncertainty >>
OpenTable’s Preparedness Resource Center.

How to Prepare Your Restaurant for Delivery and Take-Out >>
Industry experts share advice on shifting their business strategies overnight to weather the storm of COVID-19.

FREE RESOURCES
SOUTH AFRICA: Solidarity Response Fund >>
South Africa now has a COVID-19 solidarity fund, to help deal with the fallout of the novel coronavirus.
SOUTH AFRICA: Help for Small Businesses >>
Small businesses in SA can now register for help during the coronavirus disaster.
USA: Resources for Restaurants and Workers Coping with the COVID-19 Emergency >>
Restaurant Workers Community Foundation has collected information and links to resources that will help restaurants and workers deal most effectively with the COVID-19 emergency.
USA: Spill the Dish Database of Resources >>
A database of resources (non-profit funds, government agencies, changed laws, even GoFundMe’s), searchable by state and type of relief.
USA: A List of Relief Funds for Restaurants, Bars, and Food Service Workers >>
Nonprofits and other grassroots organizations nationwide are working to help those affected by COVID-19.
F&B Mental Health and Sobriety Resources >>
As coronavirus shutters restaurants across the world, many hospitality workers are left in a state of stress, depression, isolation, and anxiety. Food & Wine Pro has compiled a list of free and low-cost resources to help manage mental health and sobriety.
ONLINE & VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Free Online Training: Worldchefs Academy >>
With our free online Pre-Commis Chef training program, you can prepare for your first job in a professional kitchen right from your home.
Free Webinar: Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals >>
Bolster your resume and help bring bring sustainable practices to foodservice. This 7-day series teaches chefs how to think and act sustainable, to lead positive change for the planet – and for the improved profitably in the kitchen. 
ACF United: Our Industry & The Future of Foodservice >>
The American Culinary Federation presents a panel of chefs discussing the state of the foodservice industry and the challenges being faced by the culinary community.
Worldchefs Online Community >>
Stay connected. Open your Worldchefs account now at www.worldchefs.org/login.

 
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Feed the Planet: Free Webinar, Feeding Health Care Workers, Help Save Restaurants & More

A message from Worldchefs President:

During this time of challenge and difficulty caused by COVID-19, we want you to know that we are there with you and will continue to support you in any way possible. When the quarantine restrictions are over, it will be time once again to help those less fortunate and share our goodwill and consideration for others through a combination of passion, dedication and culinary skills.
 
As always, we will stand together and support each other. We will find a way to overcome the difficult times and despair caused by this pandemic. Together, let us do what we can, no matter how little or grand, to be that helping hand amidst this global crisis. Let us show compassion and consideration to our neighbors and in our local communities.
 
Families throughout the world will be seeking assistance and we will be there to support and offer our help because that is who we are and what we do. After all, we are a community of chefs, a global fraternity bonded by our profession in “the white jacket”.

In closing, I would like to personally thank you for everything you have done and will continue to do for Worldchefs, the chefs in your association, their families and the people in your communities. Your time and contributions are always recognized, appreciated and will be forever remembered.
 
May God bless you and your family. May you always believe in the “power of the white jacket”.
 
With Sincere Culinary Regards,
Thomas A. Gugler

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Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals: Online Webinar – Worldchefs

Join our free webinar to bolster your resume and help build a more sustainable future.
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Some Restaurants Are Channeling Their Hardships Into a Way to Feed Health Care Workers – Eater

Sending meals to hospitals allows restaurants to use supplies and give employees hours while feeding the people working around the clock to keep us healthy.
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How You Can Help Save Restaurants – James Beard Foundation

We must do everything we can.
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Coronavirus Guide for the F&B Industry
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Singapore’s Top Chefs Launch Video Campaign On Hand Hygiene
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FoodDrinkEurope Demands EU Action to Relieve Supply Chains
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A List of Relief Funds for Restaurants, Bars, and Food Service Workers
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Electrolux Joins Forces with the Red Cross to Support People in Need
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Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals: Online Webinar Series

Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals: Online Webinar Series

Chefs are experts at making every crisis an opportunity. During these times of challenge caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is no different. While it is a time of great uncertainty, our industry is one of resilience and grit. Worldchefs encourages chefs to take this time to focus on what can be done to build a better future.

Worldchefs has developed a free introductory webinar to help our community bolster their resumes and bring sustainable practices to foodservice. The Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals teaches chefs how to think and act sustainably, to lead positive change for the planet – and for the improved profitability in the kitchen. The curriculum was developed by Worldchefs as a Feed the Planet initiative, powered by our partners Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC.

This 7 day introductory webinar series is hosted by Chef Chris Koetke, Chairman of the Feed The Planet Committee, and covers 7 important topics:
  • Day 1 (2PM – 3PM CET, 15 April 2020) – Introduction to Sustainability
  • Day 2 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 16 April 2020) – Agriculture
  • Day 3 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 17 April 2020) – Animal Husbandry
  • Day 4 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 20 April 2020) – Seafood
  • Day 5 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 21 April 2020) – Energy
  • Day 6 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 22 April 2020) – Water
  • Day 7 (2 PM – 2:45 PM CET, 23 April 2020)- Waste Management

A Feed The Planet certificate will only be issued to participants who complete all 7 seminars.

If you missed a lesson, you can re-watch the recording and take the daily quiz to validate your attendance and claim your certificate at the end of the series.

This webinar is the introductory version of Worldchefs Sustainability Education for Culinary Professional. You can apply to deliver the full version of our curriculum at your schools/workplaces/culinary institutions here.

As President Gugler said, “When the quarantine restrictions are over, it will be time once again to help those less fortunate and share our goodwill and consideration for others through a combination of passion, dedication, and culinary skills.” Join us for this webinar and learn strategies to help take on climate change.

Key Information

Format: 7-day webinar series (60 min for Day 1 and 45 min for Day 2-7)

Platform: Zoom

Time: 2PM CET (14:00 CET)

Dates: 15 April to 17 April and 20 April to 23 April (7 days, excluding weekends)

Register: CLICK HERE to complete the registration form. Once completed, we will be in touch with access information.

                                                                                                                      REGISTER HERE

Frequently Asked Questions


    1. Date and time of the webinar series: 

 

The series comprises of 7 webinars of approximately 1 hour each for 7 days. The first webinar starts at 2 PM (CET) on Wednesday, 15 April 2020 and the last webinar starts at 2 PM (CET) on Thursday, 23 April 2020. We don’t organize webinars during the weekend (Saturday 18 April 2020 and Sunday 19 April 2020). 


You can convert the seminar time into your own time zone on the webinar registration page.


Please click on “Paris” and change it into your location.

2. Access to the webinar:

 

Please refer to this step by step guideline developed by Zoom.


The Zoom link provided is the same for all webinars in the series. However, please make sure you choose all the seminar dates when registering on our website to gain daily access. It is recommended that you add the webinar series to your calendar to keep track.


       3. Zoom and security concern:

 

We understand your concern about the emerging security issues of Zoom. After reviewing alternatives, we believe Zoom is still a reliable solution for this webinar series.

 

Should you have a suggestion on the platform we can use for our next webinar, feel free to reach out to us.

 

Please see below articles regarding Zoom’s efforts to ensure your cybersecurity:

Zoom privacy and security issues: Here’s everything that’s wrong (so far)

Zoom’s Security: Here is what Zoom is doing to make its service safer

4. Webinar capacity :

As Zoom has limited capacity to host webinar participants, the session will also be live-streamed on Worldchefs’ official Facebook Page. If you can’t join the webinar because the session is full, visit our Facebook/Youtube channel and fill in the on-site attendance form and daily test. A digital badge and certificate will be issued to participants joining all 7 webinars on whichever platform once we have your attendance verified.


            5. Attendance & Certificate:

  • If you joined us via Zoom, your attendance is verified automatically.
  • If you joined us via Facebook live, please make sure you fill in the attendance form: DAY 1– DAY 2 – DAY 3 – DAY 4 – DAY 5 – DAY 6 – DAY 7
  • No certificate will be issued before 4 May 2020.

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Singapore's Top Chefs Launch Video Campaign On Hand Hygiene

Singapore’s Top Chefs Launch Video Campaign On Hand Hygiene

Nine chefs from Singapore’s leading MICHELIN-star restaurants including Sebastien Lepinoy, Kirk Westaway and Hawker Chan demonstrate the right way to wash your hands in a new public service campaign to combat the spread of Covid-19.

*Originally published on Michelin Guide

Using anti-bacterial soap, washing all the way up to your wrists and drying your hands completely with a clean paper towel— these are just some of the tips for proper hand washing that chefs of nine MICHELIN-starred restaurants want you to know.

In a series of 12 videos spanning six languages, these chefs banded together to demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques and handling of food in a new public service campaign to curb the further spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

Initiated by culinary and hospitality school At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy, the “StandUp & WashUp” campaign was launched on 22 March and features some of Singapore’s top chefs, including Sebastien Lepinoy of three-MICHELIN-star Les Amis, Emmanuel Stroobant of two-star Saint Pierre, Manjunath Mural of one-star The Song of India, Seita Nakahara of one-star Terra and Chan Hon Meng of MICHELIN-starred hawker stall Hawker Chan. 

Chan Hon Meng speaking to chef-students at At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy (Photo: At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy)

Chan Hon Meng speaking to chef-students at At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy (Photo: At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy)

The videos are available on the school’s various social media platforms and depict each chef putting their own spin on the message of washing hands and in their native languages.

“As a chef, high standards of food and personal hygiene needs to be practiced at all times,” says Lepinoy. “I’m glad to be given this opportunity to share my knowledge with the public and educate them on the proper techniques of washing one’s hands so that we can fight COVID-19 together.”

The school also offers a more detailed Kitchen Safety & Hygiene e-learning course for home makers, domestic helpers, caregivers and general members of the public. Those who complete the four-hour mobile-enabled course will receive a certification awarded by At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy. 

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Recipe from the Helm of Michelin-starred Galvin Restaurants

“It’s a combination of hard work and continuity that’s bought us this far.”

Chris Galvin has had an inspiring journey from pot washer to helming Michelin-starred restaurants.

Earliest food memory: 

 

Driving through Lyon with my mum and dad in 1965, when I was eight. We’d stop at the many Les Routiers [road-side restaurants] along the way, and what struck me was that they were light-years ahead of our own awful motorway restaurants. I remember eating blanquette de veau, a white-wine veal stew; lots of creaminess, and it felt really grown-up and exotic.
Fillet of John Dory with Orange Glazed Endive

A beautiful dish for spring, when John Dory is at its best. You’ll need to start the dish in advance so that the curry oil has enough time to mature, so make sure you plan ahead.

Ingredients:
For the John Dory

  • 4 John Dory fillets, skin on, each weighing approximately 140g
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • sea salt
  • white pepper

For the curry oil

  • 50g of curry powder, medium
  • 300ml of groundnut oil, or very light olive oil

For the dressing

  • 40g of sultanas
  • 20g of pine nuts, lightly toasted
  • 10g of baby capers, salted
  • 10 coriander leaves

For the cauliflower purée

  • 1 cauliflower
  • 100g of unsalted butter
  • 100ml of milk
  • 50ml of single cream

For the glazed endive

  • 2 heads Belgian endive
  • 20g of icing sugar
  • 40g of unsalted butter
  • 2 oranges
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp of red wine vinegar

Method:

  1. Begin by making the curry oil, as this requires 2 days to mature. Place a large frying pan over a medium heat until hot, then add the curry powder directly to the pan. Cook the powder, stirring constantly to ensure it does not catch or burn, for 2 minutes until the spices are toasted.
  2. Add the oil and cook to 60°C. Remove from the heat, leave to cool then store in a suitable container for 2 days until required.
  3. In advance of making the dressing, place the sultanas in a bowl and pour over enough boiling water to cover. Leave the sultanas in the bowl overnight to soak.
  4. For the cauliflower purée, remove the outer leaves and slice the cauliflower into small florets, discarding any excess stalk. Melt the butter in a large pan over a medium heat, then add the cauliflower florets to the pan. Sweat the cauliflower for 3-4 minutes until tender, then add the milk to the pan, cover with a lid and increase the heat slightly.
  5. Cook until it is very tender, then drain the cauliflower and transfer to a blender, discarding the liquid from the pan. Blend the cooked cauliflower in the food processor, gradually adding the cream until fully combined. Season the purée to taste, then strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl. Cover the bowl in cling film and set aside, keeping warm until required.
  6. Prepare the endives by removing any brown outer leaves, then slice the heads in half lengthwise, dusting the cut sides thoroughly with icing sugar. In a large pan, melt the butter over a medium heat and cook until foaming. Add the endives to the pan, sugar-side down, and cook until they begin to caramelise.
  7. Use a microplane to finely grate the lemon and 1 of the oranges and add the grated zest to the pan. Continue to cook the endive, turning every couple of minutes, until they are well coloured and caramelised all over.
  8. Meanwhile, juice the lemon and both of the oranges and add to the pan along with the vinegar. Reduce the heat and allow to cook very slowly until the endive is tender and the liquid has become a sticky caramel. Season and set to one side, keeping warm until required.
  9. To make the dressing, drain the soaked sultanas and place in a pan along with the pine nuts, baby capers and 40ml of the prepared curry oil. Heat very gently and stir to combine.
  10. Meanwhile, coat the John Dory fillets in the remaining curry oil and leave to marinade for 10 minutes. Place a large, non-stick pan over a high heat and allow it to get very hot. At this point, add the fish fillets to the pan skin-side down. Using the curry oil marinade as cooking oil, leave the fish to cook for 2-3 minutes and allow the skin of the fish to crisp up.
  11. Once the fish skin has become crispy, reduce the heat to medium and turn the fish over to cook for a further minute. Remove the fish from the pan, season, and sprinkle with a little lemon juice. Leave to drain on the kitchen paper.
  12. To serve, use a teaspoon to add a swipe of cauliflower purée around the top and bottom of each plate and place a piece of endive in the centre. Allow the endive to fan out slightly before topping with the John Dory. Add the coriander leaves to the warm dressing and drizzle over the fish. Serve immediately.
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Congress 2020: Update on Visa Guidelines

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Update on Visa Guidelines

Foreign citizens may be required to obtain a visa to enter the Russian Federation.

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially confirmed special conditions of fast track visa issuing to Worldchefs Congress delegates. Upon request, we will provide you an invitation letter, which you will need to enclose to your visa application. To request your letter, register now and learn more here.

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A FREE E-Visa to Saint Petersburg is available for 53 countries. Delegates from these countries can take advantage of the simplified visa procedure and obtain their visas free of charge if they intend to visit St. Petersburg or the Leningrad Region and stay in the country for eight days or less. All EU countries except the United Kingdom are included on the list. 

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