With full support from the finest craftsmen from various industries, I Kadek Sumiarta, a young and talented culinarian at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, conquered the world stage and claimed third place in the prestigious global Young Talents Escoffier competition held in Paris this November. This remarkable achievement is accompanied by an additional special prize for his efficiency in waste and water management, energy control, and mastery of technical gestures during the competition. These accolades underscore his commitment to excellence and sustainability, setting a powerful start to his culinary career while making a powerful impact for Indonesia on the world stage.
Throughout his journey leading to the competition, Kadek received tremendous supports from the resort’s award-winning chefs as his mentors, colleagues across the resort, and valued partners with aligned vision. Focusing on sharpening his skills and strengthening his mental readiness, Kadek was directly mentored by a Meilleur Ouvrier de France Cuisine (1996) Chef Jean-Yves Leuranguer, who won one of the highest honours for culinary experts and the highly-acclaimed Chef Ho Weng Kit who has won more than thirty prestigious awards across Asia and Europe. Their valuable insights on world-class cooking skills and crafts, classic French cuisine, dedication, and problem-solving skills in the kitchen were instrumental in Kadek’s success in bringing the title home.
Moreover, driven by shared vision and values, Classic Fine Foods and Yacht Sourcing played a pivotal role in supporting Kadek's journey to the Young Talents Escoffier grand finale in Paris.
Classic Fine Foods, with its commitment to culinary excellence, recognises Kadek’s talent as a treasure for the industry's future. Their vision focuses on nurturing young culinary professionals who uphold the highest standards in crafting innovative and artisanal cuisines, showcasing everything from local specialities to seasonal delicacies. Sophie Le Thuy, National Sales and Marketing Manager of Classic Fine Foods, shares, “Classic Fine Foods takes immense pride in supporting chefs in pursuit of culinary excellence, and we are extremely proud of Kadek's achievement in this prestigious global competition. Congratulations to Kadek and his world-class mentors at The Apurva Kempinski Bali on this well-deserved recognition. This success inspires us to continue supporting extraordinary talents in crafting innovative culinary arts.”
On the other hand, Yacht Sourcing, driven by its vision of experience to perfection, recognises the importance of nurturing exceptional talents like Kadek. Their support highlights a commitment to sustaining the legacy of culinary expertise while passing down world-class knowledge and skills in crafting unforgettable dining experiences - an essential essence of the Young Talents Escoffier competition. “We could not be prouder of Kadek for winning third place in the Young Talents Escoffier global competition. Thisreflects greatness can be achieved with combined dedication, hard work, passion, skills, and teamwork. It calls for a celebration beyond an individual achievement. Rather, it is a celebration of collective efforts for the next generation of culinary arts,” said Boumedienne Senous, CEO of Yacht Sourcing.
Kadek's success inspires aspiring young chefs, highlighting the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and shared vision in achieving excellence on the global stage. His journey reflects the power of perseverance and the collective support of industry leaders who believe in nurturing the future of culinary arts.
“We are incredibly proud of Kadek's remarkable achievement at the Young Talents Escoffier competition. He brought pride to Bali while showcasing the brilliance of Indonesia on a world stage. Special thank you to Kadek's mentors who have provided tireless guidance, to the French and Indonesian government officials for blessing Kadek's journey to the finale, and to our esteemed partners, Classic Fine Foods and Yacht Sourcing, for championing Kadek's journey to success,” stated Vincent Guironnet, General Manager at The Apurva Kempinski Bali.
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