Bestbuy Maldives Chef Leong Masterclass

Chef Leong gives participants food for thought at Culinary Masterclass

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MALDIVES’ CHEFS PICK UP TIPS FROM WORLD RENOWNED CHEF, WILLMENT LEONG

120 participants took part in the latest Culinary Masterclass with world renowned Chef Willment Leong on Saturday 26th August. The event, the fifth of its kind, was hosted jointly by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) and Maldives Exhibition and Conference Services (MECS) and was held in the Ras Malaan Ballroom at Hulhule Island Hotel, Maldives.

Bestbuy Maldives Masterclass EventThe day was packed with presentations and demonstrations where Maldives’ chefs were able to gain tips and insights from a leader in their field. Most of the participants are due to take part in the 2017 Hotel Asia Culinary Challenge in September this year. The chefs from the Maldives will be competing amongst a record number of participants and competition will be fierce so events such as the Culinary Masterclass are important to their success; BBM are committed to enhancing the skills of the nations chefs and placing the Maldives on the Worlds’ culinary map.

Chef Leong inspired the participating chefs with stories and advice; he urged the participants to step out of their comfort zones, choose fresh over expensive ingredients as well as lots more tips for the International Culinary Competition ahead of them. A high school rather than a university education has not stood in the way of success for Chef Leong, the world renowned chef is the Founder Chairman of Thailand Culinary Academy and previously gained over 20 years experience with the Raffles group of hotels where he held the position of Culinary Director, he is now a freelance consultant.

The successful Masterclass included: presentations by Chef Willment Leong, demonstrations by Chef Leong, Chef Alan Palmer- Project Director, Hotel Asia, and Chef Ahamed Fatheen & Chef Ismail Naseer – Silver Award Winners at HOFEX 2017, as well as a Q & A session.

Bestbuy Maldives would like to thank Chef Willment Leong for his time and efforts in putting together such an informative and inspiring presentation. Thanks also go to the enthusiastic participants who will now take the information and skills back to the resorts of the Maldives.

Keep an eye on the latest events to ensure you don’t miss out on the next Culinary Masterclass.

San Benedetto Antica Fonte Della

San Benedetto’s Antica Fonte della Salute wins ITQI’s Superior Taste Award

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San Benedetto’s luxury mineral water Antica Fonte della Salute has won yet another international award for its incredible taste, clarity and appearance, cementing itself as the flagship of luxury waters within the catering industry. The International Taste and Quality Institute (ITQI) has awarded the Antica fonte della salute the “Superior Taste Award” with three gold stars, the highest available ranking for water available from the ITQI.

The international judging panel, consisting of 135 chefs and sommeliers, recognised by the Michelin and Gaut Millau guides, judged the water on the criteria of first-flavour impressions, visual appearance, odour, taste and after-taste. Receiving exemplary marks across the board, San Benedetto’s premium water continues to lead the field in the premium catering industry.

Available in 750ml, 650ml and 250ml sizes, in both still and sparkling versions, the stylish bottles look at home in both bar and dining environments and on the shelves of boutique shops and the fridges of resort mini bars. The clear crisp taste makes it excellent as a mixer, balancing the stronger flavours of juices and cocktails, whilst simultaneously offering a clean, refreshing option as a standalone beverage.

Sourced from the glacial waters of the Italian dolomites, few other waters are able to match San Benedetto’s heritage, quality and provenance, and no premium drinks menu should be complete without the award winning Antica fonte della salute.

Antica Fonte della Salute, along with other waters from San Benedetto is available in both still and sparkling varieties from BBM.

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Knorr Winning Chef Bandos Maldives

Meet the Maldives’ Finalist in the Master of Seasoning Competition

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Meet the Maldives’ chef who made it to the final round of Knorr’s Master of Seasoning competition

One talented chef from the Maldives out-seasoned eight others and will join other finalists in pursuit of not only the title ‘Master of Seasoning’, but also a trip to Dubai and Euro 1,000.

Bestbuy Maldives would like to congratulate Ahmed Fatheen from Bandos Maldives on his achievement, gaining a place as one of the finalists in the Master of Seasoning Competition. His winning dish – ‘A Trio of Meats’ delighted the judges and showed innovative and creative use of seasoning.

Knorr Winning dish Bandos Maldives

Ahmed's Winning Recipe

The competition, launched this year by Unilever Food Solutions (UFS), focused on the chefs creative and innovative use of seasoning to create a mouthwatering chicken dish; they had to use at least one product from the UFS Chicken range.

Ahmed will join the other finalists in the United Arab Emirates for the final round of the competition taking place from 17th till 21st of September!

Bestbuy Maldives wishes Ahmed luck in his quest to become ‘Master of Seasoning’.

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