From July 2 to July 4, 2024, the Azerbaijan Chef Specialist Association (ACSA) participated in the prestigious 3rd Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia, held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). The event was organized by Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia (GCCM) and co-organized by COMEXPOSIUM Asia Pacific. The Azerbaijani team was coached by Mr. Kelvin Chong, the esteemed Director of the Culinary Arts Centre of Azerbaijan (CÀSÀ).
The competition brought together some of the finest culinary talents from around the world, providing a platform for chefs to showcase their skills, creativity, and innovation. The ACSA team stood out with their exceptional performance, winning several accolades across various categories.
Here are the awards won by the team:
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One Gold medal and two silver medals in Practical Hot Cooking Individual (Live) Main Course: Chicken Category
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One Gold medal, two silver medals, and two Additional Silver medals in Practical Hot Cooking Individual (Live) Main Course: Lamb / Beef Category
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One Gold medal and one Silver medal in Practical Hot Cooking Individual (Live) Main Course: Seafood Category
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1st Runner Up Award in Piao Kee Live & Frozen Seafoods Youth Cup Apprentice Duo (<21 years old) Category
The ACSA team demonstrated outstanding culinary expertise and creativity, securing their place among the top competitors. Their success is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and the exceptional guidance of their coach, Mr. Kelvin Chong.
Mr. Chong expressed his pride in the team's achievements, stating, "I am incredibly proud of our chefs. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for the culinary arts have truly shone through in this competition. These awards are a reflection of their talent and the rigorous training they have undergone at CÀSÀ."
The team's achievements at the 3rd Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia 2024 have not only brought pride to ACSA but also highlighted the burgeoning culinary talent in Azerbaijan. Their success serves as an inspiration to aspiring chefs and underscores the importance of international competitions in fostering culinary innovation and excellence.
CÀSÀ continues to be a beacon of culinary education and training, nurturing the next generation of culinary professionals and helping them achieve international acclaim.
As the ACSA team returns home with their well-deserved accolades, they set their sights on future competitions, ready to continue their journey of culinary excellence and innovation.