The 'Pro Chef of the Year' accolade is an exclusive category that deviates from the conventional industry voting methods. Instead, it presents a live cooking challenge that unfolds at the International Centre for Culinary Arts - ICCA. The culminating moment will occur at the Good Food Middle East Awards 2024 gala early next year.
All GCC-based culinary maestros in positions such as Head Chefs, Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs, it's your time to shine! Take this opportunity to showcase your culinary magic by nominating yourself. Our esteemed panel of judges will carefully select four exceptional chefs to compete head-to-head for the prestigious title of 'Pro Chef of the Year.'
The live cooking challenge is set to be a thrilling mystery ingredient cook-off, sponsored by Spinneys. Following the culinary magic in the kitchen, a tasting session awaits, presided over by a discerning panel of industry experts. The selected chefs will face a three-hour challenge, during which they must craft three delectable courses.
The winner of The Pro Chef of the Year 2024 will be awarded a spectacular two-night stay at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives inclusive of flights. The luxury resort offers breathtaking overwater and beach villas, world-class dining, and exceptional experiences in the South Ari Atoll.
The culinary creations will be assessed based on the following criteria:
The live cooking challenge on December 8, 2023, was a thrilling mystery ingredient cook-off, sponsored by Bord Bia. Following the culinary magic in the kitchen, a tasting session awaited, presided over by a discerning panel of industry experts. The selected chefs faced a three-hour challenge, during which they had to craft three delectable courses.
