Pearl Of Three Waters: Irish Gallagher Oysters And French Legris Oysters Face Off At The Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition At Newport World Resorts

It was a classic duel at sundown. Two of the world's coveted names in oysters face off at the Pearl of Three Waters: Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition at Newport World Resorts...

Irish Gallagher Oysters. And French Legris Oysters. Two of the world's finest brands come together in a celebration of pure and fresh flavors at the Pearl of Three Waters: Philippine Oyster Shucking Competition at Newport World Resorts. As in any competition, one stands victorious. But the real winner? Guests and diners of Manila Marriott can now enjoy the very best oysters from Ireland and France at Cru Steakhouse, now open for Sunday Lunch and Marriott Cafe in a lavish buffet dinner spread. Read on for front row seats in an epic duel...

And Your Winners Of The Marriott International Sinagtala Philippine Culinary Arts Cup Are...

Sinigang, Kare-Kare, Inasal, Adobo and Sisig, classic and iconic Filipino staples that have defined our culinary heritage and identity on the global table. The challenge? Create the best rendition of each dish for possible inclusion in the global recipe database accessed by over 9,000 Marriott properties worldwide. And the result? Exquisite executions reflecting both tradition and a creative contemporary interpretation of comforting and familiar flavors. At the Marriott International Sinagtala Philippine Culinary Arts Cup... 

The best culinary talents from Manila Marriott Hotel, The Westin Manila, Clark Marriott Hotel, Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort and Sheraton Manila at Newport World Resort converged at the Ceremonial Hall of the Marriott Grand Ballroom to showcase their best versions of traditional dishes and move Filipino cuisine forward to a much wider global stage. The Marriott International Sinagtala Philippine Culinary Arts Cup is a novel and unique initiative from the prestigious property group going beyond just another mere competition by taking the next step in institutionalizing core Filipino recipes as a valuable reference and resource among Marriott kitchens around the world. And it all begins with Sinigang, Kare-Kare, Inasal, Adobo and Sisig... 

And Your Winners for the First Creative Bulalo Challenge of the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival Are...

A simmering pot of bulalo loaded with vegetables, tender slabs of beef shanks and bone marrow is always a tempting sight. But fifteen huge cauldrons boiling simultaneously with different renditions of the popular local classic from Tagaytay's finest restaurants all in one place is a sight that will forever remain in my top list of culinary experiences. Welcome to the very first Creative Bulalo Challenge of the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival...

A trip to Tagaytay always includes a mandatory bowl of bulalo, a hearty beef and bone marrow soup that warms both the palate and body with each soothing sip and savory bite. To celebrate this unique Tagaytay tradition, the organizers of the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival capped the series of culinary events with a resounding bang with the first ever Creative Bulalo Challenge last September 14 at Sky Ranch Tagaytay. Fifteen restaurants go head-to-head for an epic showdown with their creative renditions of the iconic staple for a grand finale like no other showcasing Tagaytay's rich culinary heritage. Soup's on at Sky Ranch, read on for the full serving of Tagaytay's famous local specialty...

The Torch is Passed to the Next Generation of Young Chefs at the 2022 Escoffier Young Talents Culinary Competition

A new generation of extraordinary young chefs takes centerstage at the 2022 Escoffier Young Talents competition, and the torch is passed to the future of the local culinary scene... 

The enduring legacy of Auguste Escoffier lives on with the 2022 Escoffier Young Talents Culinary Competition judged by a distinguished panel of the metro's top chefs held last June 20 at the impressive kitchens of SawSaw and One World Kitchen. Read on and take a peek behind the scenes of the prestigious competition...

And Your 2021 Bord Bia Irish Food Board East Meets West Culinary Competition Winner Is...

Five dishes prepared by five young and talented chefs showcasing premium Irish pork and beef takes centerstage once more at the second edition of the East Meets West Culinary Competition by the Bord Bia Irish Food Board...

Now on its second year, five winners were officially announced for the 2021 Bord Bia Irish Food Board East Meets West Culinary Competition last November 30 at The Grand Kitchen of Grand Hyatt Manila. With almost two hundred entries from around the country, the annual competition attracted the country's best and brightest culminating in another memorable event highlighted by world class Irish pork and beef. Read on for a peek at this year's edition of the East Meets West Culinary Competition by Bord Bia...  

Ready for Round 2: Bord Bia and European Pork & Beef PH Launches Second Edition of the East Meets West Culinary Competition

At the height of the quarantine experience last year, Bord Bia and the European Pork & Beef PH held its first ever competition using premium world-class quality Irish pork and beef resulting in some of the most inventive and creative dishes reflecting the diversity and promise of the metro's young culinary talents. This year, it's back for a second round...

...with even bigger prizes for the winners. The Irish Food Board, Bord Bia and European Pork & Beef PH formally launched the second edition of the East Meets West Culinary Competition last September 1 injecting excitement to the local culinary scene amidst the lingering pandemic. The world's finest pork and beef take centerstage once more alongside some of the brightest young culinary talents for the much anticipated culinary event of the year. Ready to show off your best pork and beef dishes? 

Taking Culinary Education a Step Further in the New Normal with the USDA American Lamb Virtual Challenge by CCA Manila

The sweeping and transformative impact of the quarantine experience continues to change our daily routine resulting in unique challenges. This includes culinary education, when face-to-face instruction remains restricted due to the rising cases in a lingering pandemic. CCA Manila, the pioneer culinary school in the country takes the lead once more with innovative solutions for the new normal... 

The seamless weave of industry, education and innovation come together in a relevant and meaningful expression of CCA Manila's vision of fulfilling culinary dreams by providing excellent culinary education and social, leadership values among CCA's communities. As the enduring institution celebrates it's milestone 25th anniversary this year, CCA Manila continues its pioneering spirit with the implementation of unique and creative ways of teaching in a difficult new normal. In collaboration with the US Meat Export Federation (USMEF), CCA Manila recently conducted the USDA American Lamb Virtual Challenge using premium USDA Lamb Riblets as part of its thrust on continuous learning even in these trying times. Here's an insider behind the scenes look at the unique virtual competition...

Five Dishes. Five Winners. Bord Bia Announces Winners of the East Meets West Culinary Competition

Young upcoming chefs recreate their best dishes inspired by local flavors using world class Irish beef and pork and soon on their way to a memorable culinary tour of the Emerald Isle...

From hundreds of aspiring chefs and home cooks, the East Meets West Culinary Competition by The Irish Food Board or BordBia and the EU Pork and Beef PH culminated in the awarding of five talented young chefs last October 27, 2020 at the Grand Hyatt Manila and are now set for a memorable culinary tour of Ireland. The final five dished out their best with a creative and sumptuous array of dishes infused with local flavors and showcased how premium Irish beef and pork elevates any savory dish (for more on the competition, see my previous posts, Food News: East Meets West in a Culinary Competition by the Irish Food Board on the competition's launch back in August and Food News: Top Ten Semi-Finalists for Bord Bia's East Meets West Culinary Competition Revealed  on the semi-finalists leading to the final five). Read on for a tasty peek of the competitions...

Food News: Top Ten Semi-Finalists for Bord Bia's East Meets West Culinary Competition Revealed

And then there were ten. From over a hundred entries in Bord Bia's East Meets West Culinary Competition, ten semi-finalists have been selected to advance to the final round... 

Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, recently announced the ten semi-finalists who will advance to the final round of the East Meets West Culinary Competition where five winners will embark on a memorable culinary tour of Ireland as well as other prizes (for more on the culinary competition by Bord Bia, see my earlier post, Food News: East Meets West in a Culinary Competition by the Irish Food Board). The competition included a wide range of entries, from professionals to home chefs and even bloggers and influencers who showcased their specialty beef and pork dishes. The competition also highlighted the versatility and premium quality of Irish pork and beef in the winning dishes. Read on for the list of semi-finalists who may be on their way to the famed Emerald Isle...

Food News: East Meets West in a Culinary Competition by The Irish Food Board

Cook up your favorite beef or pork recipe and, with the luck of the Irish, you just might be on your way to a culinary tour of the Emerald Isles... 

That's right. A unique cooking competition highlighting the renowned world-class quality of Irish beef and pork may just be your ticket to Ireland. The Irish Government Food Board or Bord Bia recently launched their first online culinary competition dubbed "East Meets West" last August 1, 2020 as part of its on-going and sustaining program to build and raise awareness on the high quality as well as the unique taste and versatility of European Pork and Beef among Filipino consumers and institutions. It's also the perfect opportunity to showcase your cooking skills and favorite family recipes to some of Manila's finest chefs. If you're up for the culinary challenge, read on for a chance to embark on a memorable culinary tour in the food island of Europe...

A Few Good Men (and Women): A Gathering of the Country's Top Culinary Icons and Rising Stars at the 2019 Young Talents Escoffier Competition

A perfectly prepped baked or poached fish elegantly draped in the classic Mornay sauce, it's a traditional dish reflecting the fundamentals of French cuisine. It's also the dish that may launch a stellar career for one of six finalists...

Widely regarded as a pioneer in fine dining, luxury hospitality and elevating French haute cuisine to an elegant and memorable experience, the culinary legacy of Auguste Escoffier lives on with the annual Young Talents Escoffier competition of Disciples Escoffier International Asia. The prestigious competition, now on its ninth year in the Philippines, aims to transfer knowledge to aspiring young local chefs. This is at the very core of the vision and mission of Disciples Escoffier worldwide, maintaining the high standards set by Auguste Escoffier with the next generation of culinary talents. This year, six young candidates have been selected but only one winner has the rare privilege of representing the country and showcase his (or her) talents on the global stage...