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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

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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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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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Peppadew® International joins Worldchefs as Program Partner & Congress Silver Level Partner

NOVEMBER 2017: Worldchefs is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Peppadew® International– passionate innovators of the irresistible red piquanté peppers product range. Peppadew® joins Worldchefs as Program Partner, and Silver Level Partner for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

“Our partners are carefully chosen to reflect our core ideals and to add value for our thriving global network of chefs,” said Thomas Gugler, Worldchefs President. “Peppadew® offers both –  the brand is based on passion and innovation, and their unique products meet an international demand we have seen from chefs across the globe for more diverse flavour profiles. We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome Peppadew® to Worldchefs.”

As Program and Congress Silver Partner, Peppadew® 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.

“As a leading global brand, Peppadew® International is excited to partner with Worldchefs and we look forward to being a sponsor for the prestigious Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2018. This collaboration provides a perfect opportunity to showcase our unique and versatile product range to the world’s best culinary representatives.”

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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
office + 33 (0) 1 46 87 65 10

About Peppadew® International

It all began in a small farming industry in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, where the small, red piquanté pepper was discovered. These irresistible red piquanté peppers, loved for their gorgeous and very distinctive spicy and sweet flavour, were first commercially grown and are still bottled and marketed under the PeppadewÒ brand in the Tzaneen region of South Africa.

Brand passion, innovative product development, the now signature style of the Peppadew® brand, as well as production expertise has evolved the business from a small farming industry to an exciting international brand with a range of quality products. As a result, discerning palates around the world, from South Africa, to the US and the UK, mainland Europe, the Scandinavian countries and as far away as Australia and Korea, savour the Peppadew® range of products.

Our zealous quality focus combined with innovative consumer marketing campaigns, have established the brand locally and internationally and it is a foundation that bodes well for the brand’s prospects into the future.

CONTACT

Phone: +(27) 11 516 4200

Email: marketing@peppadew.com

Website: www.peppadew.com

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Worldchefs jury to test skills of around 300 chefs at Salon Culinaire in Qatar

November 2017, Qatar: Around 300 professional chefs from more than 40 hotels and restaurants in Qatar are competing for this year’s much anticipated Salon Culinaire, one of the main highlights of the third annual Hospitality Qatar to take place from November 7 to 9 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.
“The three-day event will feature a large variety of activities including B2B matchmaking for visitors and exhibitors, product launches which allow exhibitors to showcase their new and existing products and most especially the Salon Culinaire which is Hospitality Qatar’s signature showcase where 300 professional chefs will compete in 27 categories which include Qatari cuisine as well,” said Yuksel Mutlu, Treasurer of Qatar Culinary Professionals.
Qatar Culinary Professionals in partnership with IFP Qatar is organising Salon Culinaire set to be bigger than its previous edition as a way to show Hospitality Qatar’s commitment to the country’s expanding hospitality industry, said Mutlu.
Salon Culinaire this year witnessed an increase in terms of participation compared to its previous edition which saw 260 chefs compete in 17 various categories.
Culinary luminaries from around the world have been invited to comprise the jury for the exciting competitions.
“Chefs’ masterpiece creations will be judged by World Chefs jury from different countries which includes the president of World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS) Thomas Gugler and other international culinary professional judges,” added Yuksel Mutlu.
The Salon Culinaire is a battle where local chefs will go head to head to showcase their talents. It serves as a great platform for the chefs to show their skills and uncover hidden talents to an international field of judges from World Chefs to win best chef honours for their field.
In addition to the competitions of WACS, contestants and winners will also compete to win titles such as Best Chef, Best Cuisinier, Best Chef Artist and Best Chef Arabic Cuisine of the Year for Qatar, said Mutlu.
The competition includes a Qatari cuisine category which was introduced last year to promote Qatari food and encourage chefs to further hone their skills in preparing local cuisine.

 

Reprinted from The Peninsula Qatar’s Daily Newspaper: http://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/01/11/2017/Salon-Culinaire-to-test-skills-of-around-300-chefs

 

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Taste & Share Feed the Planet launches app to combat food waste

OCTOBER 2017: According to the UN’s Food & Agriculture organization, one third of the food produced in the world for human consumption – approximately 1.3 billion tons – gets lost or wasted each year. Electrolux has teamed up with local NGOs in Poland to develop an app for individuals and organizations to share food that might otherwise have ended up in the bin. 

Feed the Planet partner Electrolux worked together with local NGOs in Poland to develop the Taste & Share app which enables individuals and organizations to share food which might otherwise be wasted. Nonprofits especially will benefit from this app.

“Some nine million tons of food are being wasted in our country alone. With this app, we want to change habits,” says Dominika Kosman, Head of Corporate Communications, Electrolux Central Eastern Europe. “Little steps can lead to big changes in our daily lives.”

The app, which is currently only available in Polish, is not like any other app currently available in the country. “Its reach is powerful due to the fact that we have partners in different cities throughout Poland,” says Kosman.

How the app works
The Taste & Share app can be downloaded on the App Store (for iPhone) or on Google Play (Android phones).

It works like this: once you have downloaded the app, you need to register. Then you fill out a form explaining the type of product you are offering (preserves, sauces, fruit, vegetables, etc.), expiry date and a photo. The only rule is that the food has to be fresh and in date. If, on the other hand, you want to find food, the geo-location shows you current food offers on the map. 

Kicked off earlier this year, Taste & Share (a Feed the Planet project funded by the Electrolux Food Foundation) is showing how consumers can waste less food. With 1.3 billion tons of food being wasted globally every year (source), a lot can be done in this area.

About Feed the Planet

Feed the Planet is an initiative to inspire sustainable food consumption among communities and professionals, and to support people in need through emergency relief, food poverty alleviation, and education. Founded by WORLDCHEFS, it is run in partnership with Electrolux and AIESEC, and supported by an international network of chefs passionate about creating better food, better lives and better futures across the globe.

 

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Cook with herbs, spices and fruits bursting in every gram of Dilmah’s 4 new teas & infusions!

OCTOBER 2017: Dilmah t-Series presents a collection of teas that are known around the world only for their excellence. Teas so different that there is a tea for every mood. This range presents a vast range of designer gourmet teas which now includes 4 new teas and infusions made with an array of herbs, fruits, spices and the finest Ceylon green tea grown and harvested at over 6500 ft. above sea level.

  • Dilmah Natural Infusion of Blueberry and Clove
    • Bright and medium body with a minty finish (Caffeine free)
  • Dilmah Peppermint, Cinnamon and Clove
    • Intense with a fragrant and naturally sweet finish (Caffeine free)
  • Dilmah Ceylon Green Tea with Lychee and Ginger
    • Bright and delicate in the cup with a mildly spicy fragrance
  • Dilmah Elderflower with Cinnamon and Apple
    • Gentle and aromatic with a lingering floral finish (Caffeine free)

Tasting notes: http://bit.ly/2gdpoo3

 

Get creative with Dilmah tea inspired gastronomy and mixology!

Await your very own copy of these tea inspired recipes and pairings with the next WorldChefs Magazine.

 

Write to us at hospitality@dilmahtea.com for more tea inspired

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