FHS World to host sustainable...

‘The Sustainable 7 Emirates’ event will showcase fresh produce from the UAE

Top chefs from across the UAE will gather at this year’s Future Hospitality Summit for the region’s first Sustainable Cook-off contest.

Part of FHS World at Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah from 30 September to 2 October, the contest is being held in partnership with The Emirates Culinary Guild (ECG), UAE Restaurants Group (UAERG), Fresh on Table and the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA).

It will see chefs transform locally sourced ingredients into innovative, gastronomic dishes which are to be presented to a panel of judges and served to FHS delegates.

The Sustainable Cook-off is themed ‘The Sustainable 7 Emirates’ and all about shining a light on fresh produce from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman and Sharjah.

The ECG and UAERG is partnering with FreshOnTable to source and secure the local ingredients, which include Manchego cheese, honey, sea bream, mushrooms and edible flowers.

Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of FHS World organiser, The Bench, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to add the Sustainable Cook-off to our list of first-time event features and attractions at FHS World 2024.

“This competition – a natural fit with FHS World’s overarching theme of ‘Invest in our Future’ – is the perfect platform for chefs to grow, develop and foster young talent. And, with the spotlight on ESG like never before, it’s an ideal way to highlight and promote sustainable practices in terms of culinary, hotel, and event operations.”

The contest kicks off in a virtual format, where the chefs’ chosen recipe and photograph of the dish are submitted to judges for assessment.

The top 15 will then be invited to cook live at FHS World, with five chefs recreating their dish on each day of the event.

“I am confident that the Sustainable Cook-Off will inspire not only the participants but also the entire culinary community to embrace sustainability and innovation,” added Abdulla AlMulla, Chairman, UAE Restaurants Group.

“It is through events like this that we can collectively elevate the standards of our industry and continue to celebrate the unique and diverse flavours that the Emirates have to offer.”

For more information, visit www.futurehospitality.com/world/sustainable-cook-off

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