The Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) initiated Masterclass Workshop aimed at culinary experts and chefs had commenced on April 19, 2018.
Participated by an impressive total of 150 distinctive chefs in the one-day event, the aim for such a masterclass workshop is to prepare the culinary experts or master chefs for the September slated Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge.
The one-day workshop had focused on four fundamental techniques or aspects of cooking or food and beverage presentation which had included knowledge and know-how of the simplest cooking techniques to the complex methods.
Participants were also educated on judge criterion methods and assessment approaches as well as important factors to consider and take into account while preparing meals to be assessed by bench of culinary judges during tournaments.
Held at Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH) attracting industry experts and chefs from various hospitality outlets and resorts across the country, the workshop had listed more than 40 local chefs participating as well.
BBM ensured the workshop would have helped culinary industry individuals and chefs to better prepare for the upcoming food and beverage competition.
According to the workshop organizer BBM's head of marketing Ali Afrah they aim to boost the popularity of the culinary industry, adding they aim to launch fresh talents from Maldives to the field as well.
The 2018 Hotel Asia Exhibition is set to proceed with the inclusion of a total of 24 categories. The event is scheduled from September 9 till September 12 at Dharubaaruge.