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Feed the Planet: 2019 Achievements

Paris, France · 7 January 2020 · Feed the Planet 2019 Achievements

Greetings Chefs! 

Over the course of 2019, the Feed the Planet Committee and its partner organizations, Electrolux and AIESEC, have been hard at work addressing issues of global sustainability. I am very proud of the work that we have collectively achieved. There are so many stories of Worldchefs members who have stepped up and consciously made a decision to get involved and make a difference. These efforts are so encouraging!  

So by the numbers, this represents some of the achievements of 2019:

  • We taught over 30,249 children about sustainable eating through the Food Heroes Challenge.
  • We now have 7 Like A Chef teaching centers open in 6 countries where we teach free 2-month culinary modules to help the world’s disenfranchised find employment in the foodservice sector.
  • Over 800 culinary students completed Worldchefs Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals curriculum.   
  • As members of Worldchefs, you can share in celebrating these results. It is only through the sum of our individual activities that we can make a difference. And remember, every effort, no matter how small or big, to make our world and our profession more sustainable is a step in the right direction.  

As 2020 begins to unfold before us, please reach out to the Feed the Planet committee if you want to get more involved. We welcome all efforts!!

Thank you,

Chef Christopher Koetke

Chairman, Worldchefs Feed the Planet Committee 

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Worldchefs European Presidents Meeting to be held in Scotland 5th & 6th April 2020

Paris, France · 20 December 2019 · Worldchefs European Presidents Meeting to be held in Scotland 5th & 6th April 2020 


Scottish Chefs (FCS) is privileged to be hosting the next Worldchefs European Meeting on the 5th and 6th April 2020 on the west coast of Scotland at the 5* Lochgreen House Hotel Troon, Ayrshire. This magnificent hotel includes a 3AA Rosette restaurant, conference and spa facilities. We are holding all the rooms in Lochgreen so early booking is important.


Scottish Chefs have secured a great accommodation rate for the Worldchefs European Presidents Meeting, at a rate of £380.00 per person.  This is inclusive of VAT and includes the delegates’ meeting, dinner and overnight accommodation on both nights.


Additional nights are charged at £125.00 per single occupancy room plus breakfast or £160.00 per double occupancy plus breakfast. 


If demand is high, some delegates will be accommodated at the 4* Marine Hotel in Troon with spa and leisure, approximately 10 minutes walk from Lochgreen House. 


Please make your booking directly to Scottish Chefs: hazelmulberry@btinternet.com. Full payment will be required at time of booking.


We have 30 rooms held at Lochgreen House and a further 20 rooms at the Marine Hotel on the nights of Sunday 5th April & Monday 6th April 2020.  


All accommodation requirements must be booked by 31st January 2020 to secure these special rates.  Following this date any un-booked rooms will be released back to public sale.


See the attachment for more information, a detailed agenda, and the registration form.




Image by Kueng-Ming Khaou  @kumikhevents



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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Saudi HORECA Hits Record Numbers in Another Successful Year

Paris, France · 16 December 2019 ·  Saudi HORECA Hits Record Numbers in Another Successful Year


A SPECTACULAR

SAUDI HORECA

Seen as a gateway for regional investors seeking new business opportunities in the region, Saudi HORECA proved its prowess once again by gathering almost 300 companies under one roof to showcase the latest products and services to an audience of over 25,000 trade visitors. The show occupied five halls of Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, covering a total area of 15,000 square meters. International spaces included American and Jordanian pavilions as well as a section dedicated to Lebanese companies.

“This event is a key driver for Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and foodservice sectors,” said Jad Taktak, general manager of Semark, the organizer of the show. “We had a record number of visitors and exhibitors, which confirms the level of growth we are experiencing in the Kingdom.”

Besides being a strategic meeting place, Saudi HORECA highlighted the skills of rising talents through a number of competitions, namely the renowned Hospitality and the Barista Competition, in addition to the first World Pastry Cup Saudi Arabia Selection.

A series of conferences, hosted by HODEMA, also tackled the industry’s hottest topics.

saudihoreca.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 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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The Results Are In! Check Out the Final Counts for International Chefs Day 2019

Paris, France · 13 December 2019 · The Results Are In! Check Out the Final Counts for International Chefs Day 2019


Greetings Chefs and Colleagues!

Children around the world had a chance to spend time with Worldchefs members, like yourself, this year on and around October 20th to celebrate International Chefs Day 2019.  With the theme “How Healthy Food Works,” provided by our sponsor Nestlé Professional, all were able to print materials from the toolkit including recipes, badges, certificates, games, and even placemats to make your event complete and with ease.

Chef Dr. Bill Gallagher, founder of International Chefs Day in 2004, would be so proud of this year’s efforts as you continued his vision of celebrating our noble profession and passing on our knowledge and culinary skills to the next generation with a sense of pride and commitment to the future.  

I am also very proud of the International Chefs Day Committee who volunteered their time this year to get the word out and answer any questions you had about the 2019 campaign. Everyone played a big role in making this a great year.

Thank you to my Team!!! 

Adelina Sisti-DeBlasis, Canada

Joanna Ochniak, Poland

Mathew Shropshall, England

Ann Brown, Scotland

Kim-Håvard Larsen, Norway

Venessa Barnes, Australia

David Keir, South Africa

Ines Maria D’Amico, Ecuador

Tony Chang, Taiwan

And now what you have all been waiting for… Just look at our final counts for 2019!

Children Reached: 72,957       Chef Participation: 1,849

Congratulations! This is a great stride and everyone should be proud of what you have accomplished, and that is, sharing with children healthy eating habits and of course, our profession.  If you missed sharing with children this October, perhaps you can participate in 2020 by joining more chefs around the world for next year’s International Chefs Day campaign.

I leave you with this final thought, by Chef Dr. Bill Gallagher: 

“Progress is incremental so concentrate on what you can do today that you couldn’t do yesterday.” 

Source: Food & Home/Michael Meyersfeld 

Now take a look at just some of the many events around the world:   

      Vanessa Marquis, Chairman

International Chefs Day Committee

“Preparing Children for a Healthy Life!”

internationalchefsday@worldchefs.org

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Rakhine Cuisine for Smiles Donate in Myanmar

Paris, France · 9 December 2019 ·  Rakhine Cuisine for Smiles Donate in Myanmar

Rakhine Cuisine for Smiles

Sandoway Hotels Group CSR & Rakhine Chefs SR 9.12.2019

Daw Ohnmar, owner of some of the best and top culinary standard hotels at Rakhine’s Ngapali Beach Front, The Best in Myanmar (Sandoway Resport, Art of Sands, Residence Ngapali Beach) offered WorldChefs Without Borders, Myanmar’s support with free meals to all patients, Drs, OPT, and ward nurses from the charity free of charge, and medical operations by German & Myanmar Interplast specialist Drs (cleft lips, pallets, mobilizing old burn scars & soft tumors).

CSR Daw Ohmar and her Myanmar head Chef Aung Chit Oo provided, with the help of all their Hotel staff, the healthiest three course Rakhine Cuisine menu, composed of chicken curry, veggie-potato, rice, and soup. There was enough for over 100 patients and family members at Thandwe District Hospital and because it was soon to be Christmas and the third Advent, delicious cakes and cookies were given to everyone.

Rakhine – Myanmar Chefs Association members joined the happy donation as Chefs Social Responsibilities for Rakhine people at the Thandwe hospital. Over 50 Rakhine Chefs next to the all Sandoway Hotel groups chefs and staff helped to portion and deliver the food in paper cups – ZERO Plastic due to Sandoway’s & Rakhine Chefs daily policy. Thank you Chef Mya Win and members.

All patients were happy of the very rich Rakhine Cuisine donation, many patients do not usually have a full meal a day and came from as far as North Rakhines: Rathetaung, Ponnakyune, Kyaukphyu, Ann Cities, traveling through war zones, in order to not miss the once in a life time chance of “normal eating.” “I used my hands, fingers and arms for the first time again after 20 years,” trapped with burn scars I got as baby, and the Myanmar medical system still overlooks such people and until the past weeks no one followed up to help to cure me and get back to a normal life.

Here in an outstanding effort, the Union of Myanmar’s Health Minister & Ministry reached out to all the past year’s burn cases in the villages in Rakhine as well Magway State with Magway, reaching over 90 old burn patients for Dr Peter Sieg,– in Rakhine this time over 20 burn cases for the Dr Heinz Schoeneich – both German Interplast & Myanmar specialist Drs teams. A great effort and success which need to be followed up and become a priority standard procedure and task. :” .. a disabled by burns COST Money livelong,- and operated and remobilized patient MAKES Money livelong …. ” – That should be motivation enough to put more energy in “Re Mobilization of all old Burn Scare patients as well Myanmar’s many, so,  daily War Victims… “

Thank you to Daw Ohnmar and all her Sandoway, Residence, Art of Sand Hotels highly motivating CSR & Rakhine Cuisine donation and ease the lives of most patients and boost happiness and UNITY between Myanmar & German medical teams at Thandwe Hospital. Thanks to all Rakhine – MCA members for the great efforts again and again as strong Chefs Team with a great sense of CSR!

Chefs Social Responsible, yours

Oliver E Soe Thet

Chairman Myanmar Chefs Association

Global board,- World Chefs Without Borders, Myanmar

Ngapali Beach – Sweet Rakhine, Myanmar 9.12.2019

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Worldchefs Announces Two Competition Seminars at IKA/Culinary Olympics 2020

Paris, France · 4 December 2019 · Worldchefs Announces Two Competition Seminars at IKA/Culinary Olympics 2020

To kick off the IKA/Culinary Olympics 2020, Worldchefs has announced that two Competition Seminars will held at the event. This year, chefs will have the chance to join both a Fruit & Vegetable Carving and/or a Culinary Arts & Hot Kitchen Competition Seminar. 

Competition Seminar instructors share techniques from both the perspective of Worldchefs Certified Judges and award winning competitors. Participants gain understanding of not only judging criteria, but also best practices in the competition kitchen and tactics from teams that consistently reach the highest place at the podium.


Judges: Why attend?

Keep up to date with culinary trends, and discover all the latest rules necessary to provide fair judgment during competition events.

Engage with renowned chef instructors and network with a diverse and driven class of competition chefs, aspiring judges, and influencers in the culinary space.

Current judges: All Worldchefs Certified Judges are required to attend a Competition Seminar every five years. 

Future judges: Take the first step towards becoming a Worldchefs Certified Judge. Participants receive a certificate of participation after attending a Competition Seminar. This certificate of completion is one of the mandatory requirements when submitting a Worldchefs Certified Judge application.

Competitors: Why attend?

Learn indispensable tips to excel in culinary competitions, and understand the service process and presentation details to make sure you know everything from the very beginning to the end.

Be the first to discover current culinary trends, innovations in modern kitchen equipment, and the latest technologies used in competition.

Engage with renowned chef instructors and get inspired alongside a diverse and driven class of competition chefs, aspiring judges, and influencers in the culinary space.


Learn more about becoming a Worldchefs Certified Judge

Attending a Competition Seminar is one of the required credentials in a Certified Judge application. Keep in mind, all Certified Judges are required to attend a Competition Seminar every five years. These intensive workshops provide key information about current trends, competition rules and judging criteria, to help chefs keep up-to-date and at their best!

Attending applicable Competition Seminars is one part of the process to become a judge, and does not automatically qualify you as a Certified Judge. Applicants must fulfil additional criteria and provide evidence of support in a formal application process. To learn more about the full approval process, visit: www.worldchefs.org/Application-To-Become-A-Judge


To register and find more information about the Competition Seminars, please click on the following:

Fruit & Vegetable Carving Competition Seminar

Culinary Arts & Hot Kitchen Competition Seminar

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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'Like A Chef' in Ukraine hosts first graduation

Paris, France · 19 November 2019 · ‘Like A Chef’ in Ukraine  hosts first graduation

Recently, Worldchefs, along with partners Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC, extended the ‘Like a Chef’ culinary training to four more countries. This program focuses on sustainable cooking and will equip unemployed people, such as orphans and women, with necessary culinary workplace skills. The trainings launched in Sweden, Poland, Ukraine, and Egypt in October. This December, Ukraine witnessed it’s first Like A Chef graduation in Ukraine. 


Words from Maryna Dronhovska – Project Coordinator of ‘Like A Chef’, Ukraine- regarding 1st graduation of the project

“Last week we had already graduation event of project. In this first wave of project we involved students 13-21 years, who are from orphanages or adopted children. Children’s Affairs Service of Kyiv region supported this project and satisfied a lot. They are looking forward to start next waves of project in next year to involve students. Also 8 social media influencers and 1 media partner showcased project and supported children during lessons to believe in their own power.

I am happy to tell you that we graduated 14 children during this wave! All of them were super enthusiastic and excited each day of project as for them it was opportunity to gain relevant skills, socialize and to feel that someone really care about their future. It’s sad to say, but some of them even didn’t know how to cut vegetables in the first day of project, but in the end on exam all of them looked very confident on kitchen and cooked on very good level. On graduation event some children cried as this project became essential part of life and they were upset that it went to the end.

Instructors in Cookery school by Eugeniy Chernukha also enjoyed the process and said that it was easier to work with children than with adults as they were ready to learn and try new things.

We are grateful for all partners and support that we got during realization of project and can’t wait that we can continue to realize this project next year with bigger outcome and impact!” 


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Students of ‘Like A Chef’ program in Ukraine.

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


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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Worldchefs announces historical partnership with Birra Morena

Paris, France · 29 November 2019 · Worldchefs announces historical partnership with Birra Morena 

HISTORICAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BIRRA MORENA AND THE WORLD ASSOCIATION OF CHEFS SOCIETIES

Worldchefs will bring an Italian beer to the table for the first time

The World Association of Chefs Societies has chosen Birra Morena as a travel companion, an exclusive collaboration with the aim of promoting, in the next few years, the association of food with beer worldwide. 

Worldchefs is a worldwide network of chef associations, founded in Paris in October 1928, which currently includes around 110 associations, representing many nations, and millions of chefs.

Birra Morena, already an exclusive partner of the Italian National Cooks, is an Italian brewery that has invested time and resources in high quality projects. Over the past 3 years it has won over 50 medals internationally, including 2 World titles at the World Beer Awards in London: its Celtica Sweet Stout won the title of best beer in the world in its category, a title already won in 2017.

An Italian beer, therefore, is the official beer of Worldchefs and of all the activities that will be promoted around the world where the correct combination of food and beer will be the protagonist.

Fabrizio Tarricone of Birra Morena explains: “We are proud that, after a long evaluation, they chose our beers and our company. It is fantastic to think that with this collaboration we will bring our made in Italy to the most prestigious restaurant in over 110 different countries, with millions of chefs who will combine it with a cuisine of different styles and traditions.”

“Worldchefs’ partnership with Birra Morena presents an exciting opportunity to learn about the world of beer and discover how it can be appropriately paired with different cuisines,” said Ragnar Fridriksson, Managing Director of Worldchefs. “We are delighted to bring them on board as a Corporate Partner.”

Further information on the company can also be found on the site www.birramorena.com and www.worldchefs.org 

Facebook: https://it-it.facebook.com/birramorena/ 

Contacts

press@birramorena.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 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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The World Week Of Italian Cuisine 2019 Struck The Right Chord With The Food Connoisseurs Of Delhi

New Delhi, India · 26 November 2019 · The World Week Of Italian Cuisine 2019 Struck The Right Chord With The Food Connoisseurs Of Delhi


With the purpose of promoting and stretching out the culinary traditions of Italy in our country, The Embassy of Italy organised the World Week of Italian Cuisine in New Delhi. This year, the 4th edition of the World Week of Italian Cuisine was held from November 20th to 24th, 2019.

The original link can be found below.

The theme of the coveted event was “Zero Waste Cooking”, which was thought to be relevant in the current times when we are facing scarcity of natural resources. The high-profile, week-long event saw special guests flowing in from Italy as well. Both the countries of Italy and India came together on a single platform to share experiences, journeys and work on many culinary initiatives.

The event started off with the Italian delegation of ALMA students (the International School of Italian Cookery), led by Chef Andrea Ruisi, meeting their peers from the International Institute of Culinary Arts (IICA) in New Delhi. The teams bonded over some exciting team work activities that included exchanging recipes and experiences on how to manage food waste in the kitchen.

On the second day i.e. November 21st, “Zero-Waste Cooking, The Talk”, was held at the Italian Institute of Culture. Some leading experts from the food industry participated in the conference and shared their views and suggestions on food security and on the ‘zero waste approach’. The list of dignitaries had some big names like Chef Cristina Bowerman (Michelin Star from Glass Hostaria), Chef Anahita Dhondy (founder of SodaBottleOpenerWala), Chef Ritu Dalmia (Diva Restaurants), Chef Andrea Ruisi (Alma), Mr. Arjun Datta (IICA), Mr. Ankit Kawatra (Zomato Feeding India), moderated by Mr. Sid Khullar (Chef at Large and Cal Wellness).

The participants had a detailed discussion on how the zero-waste approach may enhance creativity and foster a better use of ingredients. The conference was followed by a fun and informative zero-waste cooking demonstration by Chef Cristina Bowerman & Chef Ritu Dalmia at Diva restaurant. 

On the evening of November 22nd, Friday, the Embassy of Italy hosted a Gala Dinner whose menu was specially curated by Michelin star Chef Cristina Bowerman, together with Chef Ritu Dalmia. The bread for the dinner was provided by the Brown Bread Bakery, a project by the not-for-profit “Learn For Life Empowerment Project” that aides the underprivileged and promotes organic farming and local food production.  At the end of the event, Alma and IICA signed a friendship agreement for future cooperation.

Saturday, November 24th saw a thrilling cook off challenge between two teams of students lead by Chef Cristina Bowerman and Chef Anahita Dhondy. Post the competition, the delegation moved to the Bacchon Kaghar Shelter where children enjoyed a warm meal made of the extra food leftover from the Gala Dinner, which was prepared by ALMA and IICA students and distributed by Zomato Feeding India.

The original article can be found on NDTV Food news page.

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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