TORONTO, June 14,
2024 /CNW/ - The Aramark International Chefs' Cup
2024, hosted in the vibrant city of Toronto, concluded yesterday with a landmark
victory for Canada. The
prestigious event at Cirillo's Culinary Academy saw the Canadian
chef, Adrian Salalac and his chef
assistant Richard Perks,
clinch the gold medal in a highly competitive showcase of
culinary excellence.
It's a historic moment for Aramark Canada's
culinary scene.
The competition, featuring top chefs from around the world, was
a testament to skill and creativity. Adrian
Salalac emerged as the gold medalist, bringing honour and
pride to the host nation. The silver medal was awarded to
Nitin Sharma from Aramark UK,
and the bronze medal was secured by Jiří Kryda from Aramark
Czech Republic, both showcasing remarkable culinary talent.
Additionally, special recognition was given in the awards
ceremony, with the Best Technical Score Award and Best Assistant
Award. Chef Nitin Sharma
from Aramark UK won the Best Technical Score, showcasing
exceptional skill and precision. The Best Assistant Award was
presented to Jakub Vytiska from
Aramark Czech Republic, highlighting the indispensable role and
superb teamwork displayed throughout the competition.
A Celebration of Global Culinary Artistry
The event presented a unique challenge to the chefs, requiring
them to prepare a full-course dinner with a plant-based starter, a
main dish, and a dessert using locally sourced ingredients. The
rigorous evaluation by a panel of esteemed judges focused on
technical skills, creativity, and taste, culminating in a momentous
win for the Canadian representative.
"It's a matter of immense pride and joy for Canada to have hosted this prestigious
culinary event and to celebrate the victory of our very own chef
Adrian," said Steven Prisco,
President and CEO of Aramark Canada. "This win is a testament to
the exceptional talent and hard work of chef Adrian Salalac and his chef assistant
Richard Perks. It's a historic
moment for Aramark Canada's culinary scene and an inspiration for
our chefs across the country."
Aramark extends its heartfelt thanks to all the participating
chefs for their incredible talent and hard work as well as the
technical and tasting judges for their expertise and discernment in
making this event a success.
"This year's Aramark International Chefs' Cup has been an
extraordinary journey," said Karen
Williams, Vice President of Marketing and Culinary, Aramark
Canada. "We are incredibly proud of all the participants,
especially our winning chef from Canada, who has set a new benchmark in
culinary excellence."
As the curtains close on this year's event, Aramark looks
forward to continuing its tradition of celebrating and nurturing
culinary talent. The next International Chef's Cup will be held in
China.
Learn more about Aramark Canada at www.aramark.ca and connect
with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
About Aramark
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educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion
sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations
and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 15
countries around the world with food and facilities management.
Because of our hospitality culture, our employees strive to do
great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and the
planet. Aramark has been recognized on FORTUNE's list of "World's
Most Admired Companies," The Civic 50 by Points of Light 2024,
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Companies 2024," the HRC's "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ
Equality," and earned a score of 100 on the Disability Equality
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