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Thirteen Chefs Seek to Become Best in Wales in National Finals

November 2017, Wales: Thirteen chefs have thrown their hats in the ring to cook for the right to be recognised as the best in Wales.

Five chefs have been selected to contest the Junior Chef of Wales 2018 title on Monday, February 12, whilst eight chefs will compete in two heats for the National Chef of Wales 2018 title on February 15.

Both finals will be held at the Welsh International Culinary Championships (WICC), which are held across four days at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, Rhos-on-Sea and organised by the Culinary Association of Wales.

The Junior Chef of Wales finalists are: Harry Paynter-Roberts, 20, Manchester House Restaurant, Manchester; Arron Tye, 22, Carden Park Hotel, Chester; Oliver Thompson, 19, The Bull, Beaumaris; Luke Jordan, 20, who works at Slaughters Manor House, Cheltenham and Martin Thomas, 21, Marine Parade, Cardiff. Paynter-Roberts is looking to go one better after being a finalist this year.

The Junior Chef of Wales winner will receive a week’s work experience at a Michelin starred restaurant, automatically qualify for the Craft Guild of Chefs’ Young National Chef of the Year contest and receive a set of engraved knives from Friedr Dick. 

National Chef of Wales finalists are: Jake Mann, 26, The Bull, Beaumaris; John Quill, 45, JQ Catering Services LTD, Barry; Dion Jones, 30, Carden Park Hotel, Chester; Matthew Ramsdale, 25, The Chester Grosvenor, Chester; Matthew Smith, 34, Hawkstone Park Hotel, Weston-under-Redcastle, Shrewsbury; Wayne Bernard, 35, Pier 64, Penarth Marina, Cardiff; Tom Westerland, 26, Lucknam Park Hotel, Colerne and Gavin Kellett, 33, The Vine Tree, Llangattock, Crickhowell.

Westerland, who was runner-up for the past two years, will be hoping it’s third time lucky this time. Smith and Ramsdale were also finalists last year.

In addition to the coveted title, the national chef winner will receive a study tour with Koppert Cress, £250 worth of Churchill products and an engraved set of knives made by Friedr Dick.

The finalists were selected by a panel of judges from their entries, which included the chef’s own creative menu for a three-course dinner. They will be given three hours to serve up a three-course dinner for four people in the finals.

To qualify, chefs must be of Welsh descent or work or study in Wales. National Chef of Wales entrants must be over the age of 23 and Junior Chef of Wales competitors must be between the ages of 17 and 23 years on February 1, 2018.

Next year’s WICC is set to bring all the nation’s culinary competitions together in one venue for the first time. In addition to the National and Junior Chef of Wales competitions, the event will also host the Battle for the Dragon contest between Wales and two international junior teams together with the culinary finals of Skills Competition Wales and the Major International Regional Competition.

Arwyn Watkins, Culinary Association of Wales president, said: “We are delighted to have once again received applications from so many high calibre chefs for Wales’ top culinary contests and look forward to keenly contested finals in February.

“The Welsh International Culinary Championships is the perfect place for all the nation’s culinary competitions to come together for the first time. I welcome the co-operation and collaboration by the competitions’ organisers and it promises to be a fantastic showcase for culinary and hospitality skills over four days at Coleg Llandrillo Menai.”

Main sponsor of the WICC is Food and Drink Wales, the Welsh Assembly Government’s department representing the food and drink industry. Other sponsors include Meat Promotion Wales/Hybu Cig Cymru, Castell Howell, Major International, Harlech Foods, Nuttals, Churchill, MCS Tech, Rollergrill, Koppertcress and Dick Knives.

 

Material provided on behalf of Culinary Association of Wales.

 

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Worldchefs celebrated International Chefs Day in Moscow with Nestle’s culinary master-class of “Good Nutrition Program”

November 2017, Moscow: October, 20-th, online educational “Good nutrition program” studio started again at Nestlé. The event was organized in honor of the International Chefs Day that is celebrated around the world at the initiative of the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs).

The first lesson in the new academic year was called “Foods for Healthy Heroes”. Famous Moscow chef Michael Liske hosted the event.

Invited journalists, bloggers, and “Good nutrition program” partners together with the pupils of Moscow school â„– 460 under the guidance of chef cooked tomato tartare and vegetable kebabs with healthy unusual sauce in a special sauceboat. The participants learned how to make child nutrition varied, tasty and healthy. This creative approach to food and cooking process allows children and teenagers to have a fresh eye on the diet and helps family to enjoy healthy lifestyle. Lesson record was posted on the website of “Good nutrition program” https://www.prav-pit.ru. Due to this, students and teachers of other regions also were able to learn culinary secrets.

Nestlé federal online educational «Good Nutrition Program» studio started its work in 2016. More than 30 000 pupils from different Russian regions joined it during one year. During the program, children will learn to cook delicious and healthy meals under the guidance of Chef Michael Liske. 5 master classes are planned for this academic year.

Viktor Belyayev, president of national association of chefs, announced the opening of the First competition for young chefs, that will be organized by Nestlé together with Association.

“Good nutrition program” is a program which Nestlé is rightly proud of. During the existence of the program more than 7.5 million pupils have taken part in it. More than a million children from 6 to 14 years-old take part in the program annually. These online lessons give inspiration to many teachers and educators across Russia, because they can take advantage of all the materials of our culinary studio. More and more schools and kindergartens will join our program, and it means the first step to a healthy life. That is our main purpose and pride”, – said Alexandra Makeeva, Head of Nestlé Educational programs.

Nestlé Russia launched the “Good nutrition programme” in 1999 on the initiative of Nestlé Russia company and the Institute of age-specific physiology of the Russian academy of education. For the 18-th year at a row the program has been realized in Russia at the Federal level with a strong support of the local educational departments. The Program is a complex of three modules that are developed for children of 3 different age groups: “Conversation about Good Nutrition” – 6-8 years old, “Two weeks in a Health Summer Camp” – 9-11 years old, “Good Nutrition Formula” – 12-14 year old. A teacher may choose the form of the program realization as well as order and the timing of the topics. The Program takes into account the differences in household income levels by focusing on traditional but healthy Russian food choices. The program contributes to the consumption culture of the growing generation.

Reprinted from Nestlé Russia

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ScanBox joins Worldchefs Congress as Global Chefs Challenge Equipment Partner

NOVEMBER 2017: Worldchefs is pleased to announce a new partnership with ScanBox – a renowned Scandinavian manufacturer of thermo-products for transport of both hot and cold food. ScanBox joins Worldchefs as Equipment Partner for the Global Chefs Challenge that will take place at the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

ScanBox is specialised in producing thermo-products for holding and transporting hot and cold food. With over 25 years of experience in supplying solutions for hotels, restaurants and institutions globally, they pride themselves as a smaller and more independent manufacturer with the flexibility to customise products. With products designed to be flexible, lightweight and built with a modular concept, it allows them to have a big product line on the market within a niche focus area.  

“The Global Chef Challenge is an international competition that has set very high standards in the world of culinary competitions. At the competition, we always ensure our competitors are equipped with the best, which is why equipment partners such as ScanBox are such an integral part of this programme, so as to ensure the final culinary creation is served at its best,” says Thomas Gugler, Worldchefs President.

“At ScanBox we are delighted to be supporting Worldchefs for the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018 in KL Malaysia. ScanBox is a smaller privately owned Scandinavian manufacturer, who specialize in hot and cold banqueting carts, therefore it’s an honour to be working with experienced Chefs within the Worldchefs organization,” says Ole Lyngdahl Olsen, VP Sales at ScanBox.

As Equipment Partner, ScanBox will be present at the biennial hallmark Worldchefs Congress & Expo event – Asia on a Plate. Register today for this must-attend global chefs event: find out more.  Peppadew will supply functional and design-oriented ingredients to the Worldchefs Global Chefs Challenge – where the world’s best chefs meet to compete, along with other Worldchefs events and competitions.

View the ScanBox video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wVg7JQ_kvw and visit www.scanbox.se for more information.

Social Media: Facebook @wacsworldchefs | Instagram @worldchefs | Twitter @WACSworldchefs

Social Media: Facebook – @ScanBoxSweden | Instagram: @_scanbox | Linked IN: ScanBox

ENDS

About Worldchefs

Worldchefs is a thriving global network of more than 100 chefs associations, representing professional chefs at all levels and across all areas of expertise worldwide. Founded in1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris with the venerable August Escoffier as Honorary President, Worldchefs is a global authority on food. Worldchefs establishes impact through through leadership and action in three core areas: education – includes our landmark Recognition of Quality Culinary Education program, ongoing professional development & training, and the world’s first global culinary certification; events & competition – Worldchefs provides a gateway to global events and hosts the landmark biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo, home to the Global Chefs Challenge where the world’s best chefs meet to compete; and Feed the Planet – delivers humanitarian and sustainability initiatives which create better lives, better food and better futures across the planet.

www.worldchefs.org

CONTACT

Andrea Petruzella 
PR & Marketing Manager, Worldchefs
andreamarie@worldchefs.org 
mobile + 33 (0) 6 37 66 50 99

About ScanBox

ScanBox is specialised in producing thermo-products for holding and transporting hot and cold food.. With over 25 years of experience in supplying solutions for hotels, restaurants and institutions globally, they pride themselves as a smaller and more independent manufacturer with the flexibility to customise products. With products designed to be flexible, lightweight and built with a modular concept, it allows them to have a big product line on the market within a niche focus area.  

CONTACT

Ole Lyngdahl Olsen

VP Sales at ScanBox

Ol@scanbox.se

mobile +46 (0) 7 34 27 44 23

info@scanbox.se

www.scanbox.se

 

 

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International Chefs Day News

International Chefs Day celebrations with All Japan Chefs Association

October 2017, Japan: All Japan Chefs Association cerebrated the 2017 International Chefs Day on 24th October  with the theme of Foods for Healthy Heroes together with 71 sixth grade students of Kawatana-Elementary School in Nagasaki prefecture in Kyushu Island and 20 Chefs of AJCA members include President Toshi and Vice President Kihachi Kumagai who is a very celebrity chef in Japan. 

After the cooking demonstration showed by Chef Kumagai, children washed hands and started to cook 3 dishes which were Japanese Pear Soup, Powerful Tortilla Roll Sandwich and Nutritious Variety of Garden Vegetables Salad.  Children with pretty apron and chef hut presented by Nesle Professional, were exciting to cook and make such delicious dishes with their team work. Finally they completed all dishes on time. Then they enjoyed their dishes at the formal table with well eating manners.
 
In this workshop, all chefs advised, taught and showed with their profession to the children how to use knife, frying pan and other kitchen tools safely.
 
It was a very exciting and fun not only for the children but also for chefs participated.
 
We hope to continue to hold such a precious workshop for more children as for our vital activity. 
2017 International Chefs Day was great success, anyway.

 

Toshi Utsunomiya,

President,

AJCA.

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Conny Andersson received the Continental Director’s Merit for Culinary Friendship

Conny Andersson,  President of the Swedish Chef Association, received the first Continental Director’s Merit for Culinary Friendship, awarded for longstanding contribution to the development of Swedish Young Chefs Club.
The merit was bestowed during the recent National Assembly in Sweden, from Dragan Unic, Worldchefs Continental Director for Europe North.
Heartfelt congratulation from Worldchefs, a great honour and well deserved!
 
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Worldchefs at dynamic 21st FHC China Shanghai and making proud return to Asia for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018!

November 2017, Paris, France: Worldchefs is in Asia from November 14 – 16 for the dynamic and important 21st FHC China culinary event; and we are proud to be bringing our hallmark biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018 event back to Asia next year!

“We are delighted to bring the Worldchefs Congress & Expo back to Asia in 2018. It has been hosted by European and Nordic regions the past years. Asia boasts the fastest growing number of members in Worldchefs and is a rising economy. We see today more and more appreciation about the Asian culture: there is so much to learn as no two Asian countries are the same,” said Worldchefs President, Thomas Gugler. “We hope you will join us from 11 – 14 July 2018 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and learn alongside us in this unique place where chefs are coming together!” 

Worldchefs Congress & Expo – Asia on a Plate – is open to chefs from around the world at all levels of the culinary profession. Register today at www.worldchefs2018.org for early-bird rates. Gain global networking opportunities, and learn from expert global speakers who are industry pioneers offering cutting-edge insights to success in today’s culinary industry. Congress also boasts the Global Chefs Challenge Series – an event which sees the world’s best chefs meet to compete in the categories of Global Chef, Global Pastry Chef and Global Young Chef.

Worldchefs is also still accepting sponsors and exhibit partners!  Don’t miss your chance to expand your business internationally. Our international audience including leading master, executive, pastry chefs and new talents, as well as restaurant owners, food producers, gastronomy opinion leaders, importing & exporting companies, and more will gather under one roof from 5 continents for 5 days to learn, network and grow. 

Exhibition space bookings will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact Vicky Yap at vicky.yap@ubm.com for more information on how you can use the unique marketing platform to gain access to the global chef’s community.

The biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo is a hallmark tradition of Worldchefs and has been organised in over 20 cities across the world throughout its illustrious 82-year history. For all the latest Worldchefs Congress & Expo news, visit: https://www.worldchefs2018.org.

A special thanks to Worldchefs Congress and Expo sponsors – see list below and also including new sponsors Peppadew, Kaluga Queen, and Scanbox.

 

ABOUT WORLCHEFS CONGRESS & EXPO

The Worldchefs Congress & Expo is a bi-annual must-attend global chefs event, which brings together more than 105 member countries to learn about the latest in worldwide culinary innovations, to raise global culinary standards through idea-sharing, and of course to experience unmatched camaraderie and networking. Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018 – Asia on a Plate – is taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia between July 11 – 14, 2018. www.worldchefs2018.org

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

The World Association of Chefs' Societies, or Worldchefs, is a global network of chefs associations first founded in October 1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris. At that first congress there were 65 delegates from 17 countries, representing 36 national and international associations, and the venerable August Escoffier was named the first Honorary President of Worldchefs.

Worldchefs is a non-political professional organization, dedicated to maintaining and improving the culinary standards of global cuisines.

We accomplish these goals through education, training and professional development of our international membership. As an authority and opinion leader on food, Worldchefs represents a global voice on all issues related to the culinary profession.

 

To learn more about Worldchefs visit www.worldchefs.org 

 

CONTACT

Andie Petruzella, PR & Marketing Manager, Worldchefs
andreamarie@worldchefs.org ; mobile + 33 (0) 6 37 66 50 99

Vicky Yap, UBM, vicky.yap@ubm.com

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Culinary Trainer School graduates first in Ecuador to graduate with a joint certificate from a culinary school and Worldchefs

ECUADOR, NOVEMBER 2017: Worldchefs are delighted to announce that we recently awarded the Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification to Chef de Partie graduates at the Culinary Trainer School in Ecuador.

This is the first group of Ecuadorians with the Global Chef de Partie Certification, and the first group of young student chefs to be graduating with a joint certification from a culinary school and Worldchefs.

“Giving chefs the opportunity to get qualified to a global standard and earn two certificates at once were key goals behind the creation of the Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification,” said John Clancy, Worldchefs Education Director. “We are so proud to see the graduates of the Culinary Trainer School be given the chance to take a leap ahead in their careers – this joint certification gives them a step up in the industry, one that will prepare them to secure meaningful and long-term employment and encourage mobility within this global industry.”

Worldchefs Global certification is recognised in over 100 countries and is also supported by global employers who recognise and acknowledge that Worldchefs are serious about creating and maintaining standards, through the education and training our chefs to the highest standard for our industry. 

“On behalf of our President, Board of Directors, Education Committee and Global membership, we want to welcome you all to Worldchefs family and hope that the certification you are receiving today will support you in your future careers. We look forward to welcoming you as national chef association members to some of our many events that take place around the globe,” said Chef Clancy.

About Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification

The Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification is available at nine levels, corresponding to a typical career path in the culinary industry.

GET VALIDATED. Whether you are a cook, a chef or a culinary educator, you now have the chance to prove that that your skills meet the global standard. Stand outfrom the crowd and to employers at any stage of your career by showing your commitment to learning and professional development.

GO GLOBAL. Use your skills to discover the world and move more easily to the places where your abilities are in demand. The Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification makes it easier for employers across the globe to understand your skills & experience and to match you to open jobs.

GET AHEAD FASTER. Apply anywhere, anytime, no need to take time out to study. Get qualified without leaving the kitchen! For even quicker results, check if you are eligible for fast track certification; fast track candidates can submit their existing certification and automatically qualify for the Worldchefs Global Certification – simply complete the registration and payment. For details

FOR CULINARY SCHOOLS interested in pursuing a joint certification option – please contact us today at education@worldchefs.org

visit www.worldchefs.org/Certification

About Worldchefs

Worldchefs is a thriving global network of more than 100 chefs associations, representing professional chefs at all levels and across all areas of expertise worldwide. Founded in1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris with the venerable August Escoffier as Honorary President, Worldchefs is a global authority on food. Worldchefs establishes impact through through leadership and action in three core areas: education – includes our landmark Recognition of Quality Culinary Education program, ongoing professional development & training, and the world’s first global culinary certification; events & competition – Worldchefs provides a gateway to global events and hosts the landmark biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo, home to the Global Chefs Challenge where the world’s best chefs meet to compete; and Feed the Planet – delivers humanitarian and sustainability initiatives which create better lives, better food and better futures across the planet.

 

CONTACT

Andie Petruzella

PR & Marketing Manager

andreamarie@worldchefs.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Karachi Institute of Culinary Arts becomes Worldchefs Recognized School

November 2017:  Karachi Institute of Culinary Arts in Karachi, Pakistan is our newest member in the Worldchefs Recognition of Quality Culinary Education Program. They now join over 70 schools around the world which share Worldchefs Recognition.

Karachi Institute of Culinary Arts is a school that is devoted to provide quality culinary education to its studnets. It is one of the best institutes in Pakistan regarding culinary education.  Their Board is very passionate about the industry, provide sound advice to our students that how to stay current in the hospitality industry, and give students a personalized education experience. Faculty is professional and qualified with great industry and educational experience, which reflects in the classroom.

Appropriate classrooms as it relates to proper learning material. Focused to deliver best grooming skills, professionalism, target oriented and self confidence for the future challenges. Chefs have background in the industry (10+ years) that are passionate with their profession and always ready to provide best guidance and proper kitchen techniques.

More information can be found here: http://kica.com.pk/

 

 

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Skill & perseverance define Pacific Rim Regional Global Chef Challenge

Paris, France: The Pacific Rim Regional Global Chefs Challenge finals took place recently in Guam at the Guam Community College. This worldclass competition was held on October 12 – 13, and saw three winners crowned with prestigious regional titles and the chance to advance to the elite Global Chefs Challenge finals as part of the hallmark biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, July 2018.

Winners were allocated in the categories of Global Chefs, Pastry Chefs and Young Chefs for the Pacific Rim region.

The Global Chefs Pacific Rim Regional winner was Michael Cole of the Australian Culinary Federation. In the category of Global Pastry Chefs for Pacific Rim, the winner was Mario (Angelo) Roche also of the  Australian Culinary Federation. The Young Chef winner was Jasmine Nadres of the Lotte Hotel, Guam. It's clear that all gold medalists have long and bright futures ahead – don’t miss the chance to see them compete live at the Global Chefs Challenge Finals in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia as part of Worldchefs Congress & Expo, a don’t miss bi-annual global event attended by chefs from more than 100 countries.: register today at www.worldchefs2018.org.

The Global Chefs Challenge Series is where the world’s best chefs meet to compete. All competitors must first go through national selection before moving on to regional semi-finals in seven regions around the globe. Regional winners then advance to the world stage to compete for top honours.

An extra special thanks to all of the region’s national association members who worked hard to support the preparation and training of competitors. Also special thanks to the Micronesian Chefs Association and Peter Duenas, Guam Community College, and Murray Dick, Worldchefs Continental Director – Pacific Rim.

-ENDS-

ABOUT WORLCHEFS CONGRESS & EXPO

Worldchefs Congress & Expo – Asia on a Plate – is open to chefs from around the world at all levels of the culinary profession. Register today at www.worldchefs2018.org for early-bird rates. Gain global networking opportunities, and learn from expert global speakers who are industry pioneers offering cutting-edge insights to success in today’s culinary industry. Congress also boasts the Global Chefs Challenge Series – an event which sees the world’s best chefs meet to compete in the categories of Global Chef, Global Pastry Chef and Global Young Chef.

Worldchefs is also still accepting sponsors and exhibit partners!  Don’t miss your chance to expand your business internationally. Our international audience including leading master, executive, pastry chefs and new talents, as well as restaurant owners, food producers, gastronomy opinion leaders, importing & exporting companies, and more will gather under one roof from 5 continents for 5 days to learn, network and grow. 

The biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo is a hallmark tradition of Worldchefs and has been organised in over 20 cities across the world throughout its illustrious 82-year history. For all the latest Worldchefs Congress & Expo news, visit: https://www.worldchefs2018.org.

A special thanks to Worldchefs Congress and Expo sponsors – see www.worldchefs.org for a full list and also now includes new sponsors Peppadew, Kaluga Queen, and Scanbox.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

The World Association of Chefs' Societies, or Worldchefs, is a global network of chefs associations first founded in October 1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris. At that first congress there were 65 delegates from 17 countries, representing 36 national and international associations, and the venerable August Escoffier was named the first Honorary President of Worldchefs.

Worldchefs is a non-political professional organization, dedicated to maintaining and improving the culinary standards of global cuisines.

We accomplish these goals through education, training and professional development of our international membership. As an authority and opinion leader on food, Worldchefs represents a global voice on all issues related to the culinary profession.

To learn more about Worldchefs visit www.worldchefs.org

 CONTACT

Andie Petruzella

PR & Marketing Manager, Worldchefs
andreamarie@worldchefs.org 
mobile + 33 (0) 6 37 66 50 99
office + 33 (0) 1 46 87 65 10

 

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Europe Regional Global Chef Challenge winners crowned in Prague!

Paris, France: The Regional European Global Chefs Challenge finals took place recently in Prague, Czech Republic. The competition was intense and the nine winners earned their victories through dedication, hard work and of course extraordinary skill, winning coveted spots for the Global Chefs Challenge finals, taking place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in July 2018 as part of the hallmark biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo.

Winners were allocated in the categories of Global Chefs, Pastry Chefs and Young Chefs for the regions of North, Central and South Europe.

In North Europe; Aleksander Vartdal of The Norwegian Chefs Association took the title of Regional Young Chef. Frida Bäcke of the Swedish Chef Accociation claimed the Regional Pastry Chef title, and Regional Global Chef went to Robbie Penman of The Federation of Chefs Scotland.

From Central Europe, the Young Chef regional winner was Sandra Hofer from the German Chefs Association (VKD). Pastry Chef Regional title went to Anna Maczák, and Global Chef to Balázs Adamek – both hailing from the Hungarian National Gastronomic Association.

In South Europe, all regional winners came from the Nazionale Italiana Cuochi – Federazione Italiana Cuochi – Young Chef, Andrea Tiziani, Italy; Pastry Chef, Marco Deidda, Italy, Global Chef, Francesco Cinquepalmi.

The Global Chefs Challenge Series is where the world’s best chefs meet to compete. All competitors must first go through national selection before moving on to regional semi-finals in seven regions around the globe. Regional winners then advance to the world stage to compete for top honours at the Worldchefs Congress and Expo, a don’t miss bi-annual global event attended by chefs from more than 100 countries. Don’t miss your chance to see the winners and catch all the live competition action : register today at https://www.worldchefs2018.org.

Special thanks to Miroslav Kubec, Continental Director – Europe Central from Prague where the event was hosted. Thanks also to Domenico Maggi Continental Director – Europe South, and Dragan Unic, Continental Director – Europe North, as well as to all of the European Worldchefs members who worked hard to support the preparation and training of competitors.

-ENDS-

ABOUT WORLCHEFS CONGRESS & EXPO

Worldchefs Congress & Expo – Asia on a Plate – is open to chefs from around the world at all levels of the culinary profession. Register today at www.worldchefs2018.org for early-bird rates. Gain global networking opportunities, and learn from expert global speakers who are industry pioneers offering cutting-edge insights to success in today’s culinary industry. Congress also boasts the Global Chefs Challenge Series – an event which sees the world’s best chefs meet to compete in the categories of Global Chef, Global Pastry Chef and Global Young Chef.

Worldchefs is also still accepting sponsors and exhibit partners!  Don’t miss your chance to expand your business internationally. Our international audience including leading master, executive, pastry chefs and new talents, as well as restaurant owners, food producers, gastronomy opinion leaders, importing & exporting companies, and more will gather under one roof from 5 continents for 5 days to learn, network and grow. 

The biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo is a hallmark tradition of Worldchefs and has been organised in over 20 cities across the world throughout its illustrious 82-year history. For all the latest Worldchefs Congress & Expo news, visit: https://www.worldchefs2018.org.

A special thanks to Worldchefs Congress and Expo sponsors – see full list at www.worldchefs2018.org  also including new sponsors Peppadew, Kaluga Queen, and Scanbox.

ABOUT WORLDCHEFS

The World Association of Chefs' Societies, or Worldchefs, is a global network of chefs associations first founded in October 1928 at the Sorbonne in Paris. At that first congress there were 65 delegates from 17 countries, representing 36 national and international associations, and the venerable August Escoffier was named the first Honorary President of Worldchefs.

 Worldchefs is a non-political professional organization, dedicated to maintaining and improving the culinary standards of global cuisines.

We accomplish these goals through education, training and professional development of our international membership. As an authority and opinion leader on food, Worldchefs represents a global voice on all issues related to the culinary profession.

To learn more about Worldchefs visit www.worldchefs.org

CONTACT

Andie Petruzella

PR & Marketing Manager, Worldchefs
andreamarie@worldchefs.org 
mobile + 33 (0) 6 37 66 50 99
office + 33 (0) 1 46 87 65 10

 

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