The Worldchefs Congress is the biennial hallmark tradition where the global culinary community gathers to learn, network, and celebrate the power of the culinary arts. A dynamic four-day forum, it unites industry leaders and professionals from across the world to share knowledge, spark innovation, and build connections that shape the future of gastronomy.
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The year it all began
Showcase your country’s culinary culture, tourism, and hospitality to thousands of international chefs, industry leaders, and media.
Boost local economy through increased travel, accommodation, dining, and event-related spending.
Build lasting connections with global culinary professionals while positioning your country as a leader in gastronomy and education.
Worldchefs is now accepting bid applications to host Worldchefs Congress 2030. Now organized independently from the Global Chefs Challenge Finals, the Worldchefs Congress now offers a more streamlined format centered on education, networking, and engagement. The deadline is 31 December 2026.
Please note: Worldchefs National Members must have attended at least two previous Congresses.
For any inquiries, contact our team at congress@worldchefs.org.
Required Documents:
Deadline for Congress 2030 bids: 31 December 2026.
Worldchefs will announce shortlisted candidates on 24 January 2028.
Final presentations will be held during the Worldchefs Congress 2028 in Paris, France, where the Host will be selected.
Shortlisted candidates must submit:
Deadline for Congress 2030 bids: 24 July 2028
Worldchefs is now accepting bid applications to host Worldchefs Congress 2030. Now organized independently from the Global Chefs Challenge Finals, the Worldchefs Congress now offers a more streamlined format centered on education, networking, and engagement. The deadline is 31 December 2026.
Applications are open exclusively to Worldchefs National Member Associations in collaboration with their Convention Bureau.
For any inquiries, contact our team at congress@worldchefs.org.
Required Documents:
Deadline for Congress 2030 bids: 31 December 2026.
Worldchefs will announce shortlisted candidates on 24 January 2028.
Final presentations will be held during the Worldchefs Congress 2028 in Paris, France, where the Host will be selected.
Shortlisted candidates must submit:
Deadline for Congress 2030 bids: 24 July 2028
Take a closer look into the success of Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024, an event which brought together over 900 culinary professionals in the vibrant city of Singapore and was recognized as the “Association Event of the Year” at the Singapore MICE Awards 2025.
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