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Discover ceylon green tea

Experience the unique taste of Ceylon Green Tea, made from handpicked buds and leaves grown in the pristine mountains in Ceylon’s Nuwara Eliya region. Dilmah Pure Ceylon Green Tea has a unique and pure taste that makes it the first choice for tea lovers. The traditional and sustainable methods we use ensures they remain free from impurities and guarantees natural goodness in every cup. Refresh your body and soul with the taste and goodness of Pure Ceylon Green Tea, and experience green tea at its finest. The Nuwara Eliya region has, for decades, been synonymous with highest quality tea in a country known the world over for the excellence of its product. Tea from this region is of unique character and flavour, and much sought after by black tea lovers.

Park factory was selected for the project on account of the availability of green leaf from the highest elevations in the country and, also, the availability of tea cultivars such as Park 2, with a scientifically proven chemical composition which makes it ideal for green tea manufacture. The Park Green Tea Factory obtains its raw material from locations in close proximity, specially selected for the availability of such cultivars. Included in the green leaf processed at the factory is material from high elevation “China Jat” seedling tea cultivars, traditionally associated with the production of quality green tea in China and Japan.

The factory, constructed in 1931 on the conventional lines of tea factories in the British period, was originally designed for black tea manufacture and functioned as such till 2013. Since its takeover by Ceylon Tea Farmers, it has been rehabilitated in its totality with an increase in the floor area but with minimal change to its original appearance.

The facility was setup with the aim of locally producing green tea in an effort to combat pesticide-riddled tea that was available at the time. Located on Park Estate, Kandapola, 12 km from Nuwara Eliya town, it is perched on a tea covered plateau at an elevation of around 6500 ft above sea level, on the eastern slopes of the Pidurutalagala massif. The Pidurutalagala peak, at an elevation of 8231 ft the highest point in Sri Lanka, is visible from the factory compound. The Park factory is one of the six highest factories in Sri Lanka and is the highest factory in the island manufacturing Green Tea.

The actual process of Green Tea manufacture, as practiced at the Park factory, reflects minimal mechanical intervention, and is specifically designed to preserve the intrinsic health beneficial properties of the raw green leaf. It is a much gentler process than black tea manufacture and manual handling is minimal. The process flow has been engineered with product hygiene, worker safety and end product quality as top priority objectives.

The Dilmah range of green teas include Pure Ceylon Green Tea mildly astringent and very refreshing, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Cardamom, offering a complex fragrance and a mildly spicy flavour with notes of fresh herbs, mint and eucalyptus, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Chamomile Flowers a beautiful fragrance of spring and an elegant taste, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Lemongrass gentle and aromatic with notes of citrus and fresh herbs, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Jasmine gentle and floral with subtle sweetness, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Ceylon Cinnamon piquant and woody, Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Ginger producing a refreshing and complex finish and last but not least Pure Ceylon Green Tea with Moroccan Mint deliciously minty, with a refreshing fragrance.

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Thessaloniki… a culture of tastes!

Thessaloniki’s cuisine is widely known for its quality and variety. As the formation of the overall culture of the city came under many influences, Thessaloniki’s cuisine is one of the richest in Greece.

Traditional recipes as well as modern trends have created a wide range of choices.

 

 

Famous all over the world, Feta Cheese is certified as an exclusively greek product worldwide and it is the main ingredient of most greek pies.

The city is a treasure trove filled with an amazing variety of tastes. Enjoy the local delicacies, bougatsa, koulouri and galaktoboureko, to get a delicious insight into the city spirit. Eastern and western cultures mix in traditional Greek dishes -for lunch or dinner- ideally enjoyed at a local taverna, while gourmet cuisine is also on offer in sumptuous city centre restaurants. No matter where you are in Thessaloniki and what time of day it is, the choices are there for you to explore!

Local Cuisine

 

The olive tree, the most recognizable symbol of peace woldwide, the Wreath of Victory, reconciliation, noble competition, fair play and reward has its roots in Greece.

Search out small local tavernas while wandering around the picturesque side streets of Athonos square and Ladadika, in the city centre, or while admiring the monuments of Ano Poli, and order ouzo and meze, to savour a fully authentic local experience. Do not miss out on local “gyros” or the famous “souvlaki” (succulent meat slow-roasted and sliced from the spit or skewered and grilled). You will find them on sale at every turn!

Wine Routes

 

Wine, the nectar of the ancient gods has a prominent place on the greek table supplementing and promoting the richness of the greek cuisine since antiquity.

 

The Wine Roads are a series of suggested routes that give you the chance to experience the production of local wines, taste them and meet their creators! Enjoy the natural beauty along the Wine Roads of Northern Greece and explore the history that infuses the entire region, from archaeological sites, churches, monasteries, museums and more to the wineries themselves, which are open to visitors. Discover restaurants, tavernas, hotels, inns, local gourmet workshops and stores stocked with regional culinary specialties. Take one of the eight organized routes that cross Macedonia, Thessaly, Epirus and Thrace, stop at the suggested vineyards, enjoy a glass of wine and admire the majestic natural scenery. It is an sensorial  voyage of discovery for the taste buds -one you should not miss out on!

Start your day with a koulouri!

 

Koulouri, Thessaloniki’s famous bread ring, is a popular treat, made with sesame, mostly enjoyed for breakfast. One can find it in all the local bakeries in the city centre.

 

Taste the delicious bougatsa

Bougatsa is a traditional pastry consisting of semolina custard, cheese, or minced meat filling between layers of filo pastry. Enjoy it for breakfast or as a snack at any time of day.

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Danubius Gastro Cup in Slovakia is in its 8th year

In the days 28. 1. – 31.1.2016 the Slovak Association of Chefs and Pastry Chefs organized already the 17th year of the competing fair “POETRY IN GASTRONOMY” and the 8th year of the competition „DANUBIUS GASTRO CUP – live cooking“.

These competitions have long tradition and are the most prestigious for both junior and senior gastronomy specialists in Slovak Republic.

The contestants were assessed by committees consisting of the trained and certified assessing commissars according to Worldchefs – World Organization of Chefs’ Associations regulations, guaranteeing the high assessment objectivity. In this year there were 56 contestants in the section of chefs, conditioners and carvers.

Traditionally, the highest participation was among the junior chefs up to 21 years. This year gave the possibility to measure their forces to 27 young chefs, 17 junior conditioners, 6 senior conditioners and 6 carvers.

 

The chefs and conditioners were competing in Bratisla

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Culinary Extravaganza at HACE’15

The Egyptian Chefs Association' s Salon Culinaire showcased another round of successful competitions for ‘best’ chef in different categories. These events were held last November in the hotel supply trade fair HACE'15 at the Cairo International Convention Center.

The Egyptian Chefs Association was proud to organize and stage 27 different competitions which were kindly hosted by the HACE hotel trade fair organizers, the Egyptian Group for Marketing. In total an impressive 230 chefs participated in the various events. Visitors to the fair signalled their approval and enjoyment with enthusiastic applause.

During the fair, the international guest jury members of the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) awarded a total of 7 Gold, 22 Silver and 54 Bronze Medals to the winners of the different categories in the competition. A highlight of this year's culinary competitions was the high number of junior chefs and female chefs taking part in the culinary contests. The Egyptian Chefs Association has noticed a significant increase in the number of women taking up the career of chef since the establishment of the Culinary Training Centres Egypt in 2011.

Another highlight of this year's show was the remarkable number of teams from Hurghada hotels who competed in the Markus Iten Culinary Trophy. The national culinary trophy has been named after Markus Iten in recognition of his efforts in establishing the Egyptian Chefs Association. He has over the years made a great difference in the profession for Egyptians, connecting them to an international network of chefs through ECA's membership in the World Association of Chefs Societies, also known as WorldChefs.

The Ramses Hilton Hotel was announced as the proud winner of the Markus Iten Culinary Trophy, followed by Beach Albatros, Hurghada who came second and JW Marriott Hotel, Mirage City who took the third place of the eight teams participating.

The Egyptian Chefs Association wishes to congratulate all the winners of the various competitions held at the HACE'15 and looks forward to next year's event which will be held from 30th October till 2nd November'16.

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A new member joins the Global Development of Young Chefs Committee

The Global Development of Young Chefs Committee is proud to announce an addition to the Senior Team. This experienced chef is a true added value to our team.

A veteran in the hospitality industry, Chef Donald Gyurkovits is a career chef. With 25+ years’ experience, he has extensive knowledge of kitchen operations management, menu development, and supplier relations. Chef Donald holds the office of President of the Canadian Culinary Federation (CCFCC) and Director of the Culinary Arts Foundation of British Columbia. In 2015 he was inducted into the CCFCC Honour Society, as well as an Honorary Member of the American Culinary Federation, the American Academy of Chefs, and Les Amis d’Escoffier Society.

International designations include International Culinary Consultant from the International Exchange Association of Renowned Chinese Cuisine Chefs and a judge with the World Association of Chefs Society (Worldchefs).

His participation in the CCFCC and Corporate Chef with Q2 Marketing. A recipient of the 2007 BCCA Citation of the Year award, a 2010 Leadership Award from the Canadian Foodservice Professional Association, and the 2011 BC Chef of the Year.

Chef Donald has guided many young chefs to gold, silver, and bronze medals in regional, national, and international competitions. As a well-respected culinary professional, he thinks that being a chef is still the best job in the world.

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3D food printing: the advent of futuristic cooking techniques

Image: Maciej Frolow/Photographer's Choice RF/Getty Images

This article comes as a courtesy from Elle&Vire Professionnel website.

 

3D food printers are no longer confined to the realm of science-fiction and can now actually produce food. The first world conference on the topic was held in Liège (Belgium) in late 2014. Foodini® prepares cheeseburgers and pizzas. Chocabyte® lets you make your own chocolate. Dovetailed® prints out fresh fruit.

You can even print out meat! The principle behind it? The process begins with the collection of animal stem cells, which are allowed to grow and develop before being incorporated into a printing cartridge. The fusion takes place once they have been printed out. Proponents of this technology stress the fact that this technique can be used both to concoct wholly custom-designed menus and to combat world hunger.

So what do the Chefs think? In the long-term, 3D food printers will be used for certain technical tasks, and will thus be a real time-saving solution.

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Elle & Vire Professionnel is proud to be once again Gold Member of the 2016 Asian Pastry Cup

Every 2 years, during the Food & Hotel Asia, the APC aims at promoting and nourishing the Art of Pastry in Asia and Pastry Chefs.

This unique live competition pits 12 national teams of pastry chefs against one another, culminating in a display of the most delightful and beautiful pastry creations. The candidates have to prepare and present a chocolate showpiece, a sugar showpiece, a plated dessert and a chocolate cake.

Congratulations to the top 3 winners of the Asian Pastry Cup 2016!

Winner: Singapore

Silver: Malaysia

Bronze: India

See you again in 2018 for the next APC and do look out for the World Pastry Cup which will be held next year in Lyon, France!

Learn more about the Asia Pastry Cup here

Learn more about the FHA exhibition here

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Notable success for HORECA, the annual meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries

HORECA 2016 attracts more than 15,000 visitors to BIEL exhibition center, Beirut

HORECA, the annual meeting place for the hospitality and foodservice industries, closed its doors on April 8 2016, rounding off a spectacular four days at Beirut’s BIEL exhibition center. Spotlighting the latest innovations, trends and developments in the hospitality and foodservice sectors, the event was hailed a resounding success, bringing together more than 40 local and international experts in more than 25 daily competitions, events, workshops and forums. The rich program was enjoyed by more than 15,000 local, regional and international visitors, who took advantage of networking opportunities and new business prospects.

More than 385 exhibitors from countries including Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Nigeria, Turkey and the UAE showcased the latest in catering equipment, packaging and labeling, interior design, hygiene, technology, pastry and bakery, food, beverage, coffee and tea, consultancy, recruitment and education. Indeed, the show brought in excess of 2,000 brands into the spotlight.

HORECA’s 23rd edition, opened on April 5 under the theme “Beirut Beats“, an urban culinary journey. Held under the patronage of Lebanon’s Minister of Tourism H.E. Mr. Michel Pharaon, the event honored Lebanese culture and the nation’s innumerable flavors by promoting five of its iconic tastes, including arak and knefeh, to the world.

Throughout the course of the four-day show, HORECA hosted a number of exciting new events including the Annual Hospitality Forum which featured an impressive lineup of high caliber speakers tackling tough topics in hospitality. Elsewhere, the Hospitality Salon Culinaire and Junior Chef Competition boasted even more action with additional competitions, providing a platform for young talents and professionals to showcase their skills. HORECA’s other events; the Lebanese Barista Competition, the Lebanese Bartenders Competition, the Bed Making Competition, the Art of Service Competition, Atelier Gourmand, the Wine Lab, the National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Contest and Chairmania also rewarded creativity, talent and excellence across the industries.

HORECA 2016 further marked an important partnership with Les Restaurants du Coeur. A portion of ticket sales went towards the charity, as well as some exhibitors offering their products to those in need.

Speaking of the success of the 2016 edition, HORECA’s project manager Randa Pharaon said, “The growth in attendance and exhibits year after year and the realization of our newest offerings proves that HORECA is a one-of-a kind event, gathering leaders together to network and knowledge-share in order to enrich the hospitality and foodservice communities. We are committed to providing what the industry needs and build on our past successes.”

HORECA 2017 takes place from 4 to 7 April at BIEL exhibition center, Beirut. Horecashow.com

 

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The Classical Vegetarian Cookbook For Professional Chefs and Inspired Cooks by Vegan Executive Chef & Author Ron Pickarski

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“To see the five French Mother Sauces adapted for vegan cuisine opens a NEW culinary chapter that would delight my great-grandfather.” — Michel Escoffier

Veteran Executive Chef, IKA Culinary Olympic Gold Medalist, and vegan pioneer, Chef Ron Pickarski believes that vegetarianism is essential to a healthy balanced diet, that it will become the prominent cuisine of the 21st century, that classical cuisine should be translated to vegetarian and vegan cuisine, and that educating personal and professional cooks is necessary to address increased global demand.

That is why he authored and self-published a comprehensive easy to understand, vegetarian plant based textbook cookbook written to easily be integrated as an supplement into existing culinary curriculums to educate both professional chefs and inspired cooks on the basics of vegetarian cuisine.

This cookbook offers a new exquisite vegan cuisine focused on ancient, traditional, and modern vegan proteins, plant-based ingredients, and cooking techniques unique to vegan cuisine. With more than 400 recipes and 1200 variations, this cookbook addresses vegan proteins (Seitan, Tofu, Tempeh, beans, and meat style proteins), classical French and modern American pastries, many gluten-free choices, limitless center of the plate and classical mother sauce options, complementary salads and sides, and elegant non-dairy desserts.

As culinary educator, Chef Ron explores the story of vegetarianism. The book addresses different vegan protein sources, ingredients used in vegan cooking today, plus modern and ancient ways to create and prepare entrées and pastries. He adapts classic recipes including steaks, cutlets, pâtés, and duxelles, offers smoking options and more, and translates the five French Mother Sauces into vegan cuisine with an array of variations. With more than 100 desserts Chef Ron presents non-dairy pastry creams, ice cream made in a blender, and introduces the chemistry of vegan pastries.

Want to learn and experience the cuisine and improve your vegan culinary skills, create innovative classical and modern vegan menus, and reduce food and labor cost? Buy the book with 35% discount. It is the best investment you will ever make in learning vegetarian cuisine.

Chef Ron elevates vegan food from everyday fare to simple sophistication already in demand by today’s consumers. With health as a driver and a vocal audience supporting culinary change, The Classical Vegetarian Cookbook for Professional Chefs and Inspired Cooks is now a necessary resource for every home and professional kitchen.

…—this may be the future of classical cuisine.” Chef Louis Perrotte, Former Chairperson of the World Association of Chef Societies, Continental Director of the Americas, American Culinary Federation Vice President, CEC, AAC, HOF

“Invaluable…Chef Ron shows his mastery of vegan and vegetarian cuisine, teaching the core principles of vegan protein nutrition, special techniques, and flavorful food.” Chef Helmut Holzer, CMC

“A dedicated professional, Chef Ron brings a marvelous creativity to reinterpret the classics with his vegetarian culinary skills. I am honored to endorse this book.” Chef Hilmar Jónsson, former Vice President, World Association of Chefs Societies, CMC, AAC

“Chef Ron’s book is a valuable and necessary tool for all who want to fully understand this new twenty-first century cuisine—animal-free with classical standards and classical taste.” Chef Alfonso Contrisciani, CMC, MC, WGMC, ACE, AAC

“Chef Ron is a true pioneer and leader through his creative innovative approach to outstanding world-class vegetarian cuisine! The heart of this book reflects his passion, showcasing vegan dietary principles with basic cooking fundamentals along with modern techniques and methods that are dedicated to vegetarian culinary excellence for all to enjoy and savor.” Stafford T. DeCambra, CEC®, CCE®, CCA®, WCMC, AAC® Chairman, American Academy of Chefs®, American Culinary Federation

More details about the book below. Shop now at http://www.eco-cuisine.com/

Publisher: Eco-Cuisine Inc. – March 7, 2016

ISBN: 978-0-692-41536-8

Hardcover, 400 pages

$59.95 ($39.95 / 35% discount special price only at Eco-cuisine.com)

Book available exclusively from Eco-Cuisine.com

Contact: Ron Pickarski, 303-402-0289, [email protected]

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Figgjo Oslo receives prestigious design award

Figgjo has been awarded the Red Dot Design Award for the Figgjo Oslo coffee series, which was developed in collaboration with world-famous barista Tim Wendelboe and designed by Kristin H. Ihlen.

“Figgjo Oslo and the coffee cups we have developed will completely change the coffee experience. By creating three different cups we highlight and strengthen each individual coffee and its characteristic flavour,” said Wendelboe when Figgjo Oslo was launched in the autumn of 2015. He wants to give people unique taste experiences when they drink coffee.

“The aim of Figgjo Oslo was to understand coffee trends and to satisfy the taste requirements of the most demanding baristas and their customers. We thought that Figgjo Oslo should do for coffee what a good glass does for wine. With Figgjo Oslo we achieved exactly this, in an attractive and elegant way that we are now being rewarded for,” says Simmer Vikeså, CEO of Figgjo.

“The award is of great significance, and confirms that Figgjo has taken a step forward as a design company. The award strengthens Figgjo’s position as a leading trendsetter, as well as our ability to bring new, challenging products to the market,” says Anne Linn Olsen, Marketing Coordinator at Figgjo.

Figgjo has received the Red Dot Design Award several times (for Figgjo Form and Figgjo Planet 40). The award is one of the world’s most highly-respected and prestigious international design awards. The jury, comprised of independent designers, assessed a total of 5,200 nominated products this year.

“The winners’ products exhibit extraordinary design quality, in addition to integrating design with innovative solutions,” says Professor Peter Zec, Founder and President of the Red Dot Award.

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