The World Gourmet Summit(WGS) Awards of Excellence celebrates 16 years of success since its inception in 2001. The last decade-and-a-half has seen over a hundred of food & beverage (F&B)'s finest recognised for their efforts in bringing the gastronomic scene to new heights. This year, the Awards of Excellence will be combined with The World Gourmet Summit 2016 Closing Ceremony in a finale event that will be attended by trade professionals in the F&B and hospitality industry and an increasing number of PMEBs, expats and foodies, gathered to celebrate the conclusion of WGS 2016.
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One Farrer Hotel & Spa's Grand Ballroom
One Farrer Hotel & Spa will play host to the 16th edition of Awards Of Excellence and the opening ceremony of World Gourmet Summit. Close than a thousand key industry players, partners and chefs in the F&B industry will congregate at the Grand Ballroom this evening to celebrate this highly anticipated event of the year.
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Going For The Win
The prestigious Awards Of Excellence 2016 will recognise 32 talents and companies for their outstanding dedication and unrelenting pursuit to excellence. Who will take home these prestigious trophies tonight?
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Guest Of Honour Mr Lionel Yeo, Chief Executive Officer of Singapore Tourism Board
Mr Lionel Yeo, Chief Executive of Singapore Tourism Board graces the event as guest of honour. In his opening speech, he shares his thoughts about how the culinary scene has evolved tremendously, a rise of interest in the F&B industry, and how World Gourmet Series has remained relevant in the industry.
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KitchenAid Chef Of The Year
Chef Andre Chiang of Restaurant Andre is the winner of the KitchenAid Chef of the Year. The award is presented to him by Tracy Teng, Senior Business Development Manager of KitchenAid APAC.
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KitchenAid Asian Cuisine Chef Of The Year (Regional)
Ip Chi Cheung of Summer Palace, Hong Kong is KitchenAid Asian Cuisine Chef Of The Year (Regional). On his behalf, a representative receives the award from Ms Tracy Teng, KitchenAid Asia Pacific Senior Business Development Manager.
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KitchenAid Pastry Chef Of The Year
Gunther Wolfsgruber of MCM Macau, Hong Kong, is the winner of the KitchenAid Pastry Chef of the Year (Regional). The award is presented to him by Sherene Ong, Marketing Manager from Mayer Marketing Pte Ltd - the official distributor for KitchenAid brand in Singapore.
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Halton Group Executive Chef Of The Year
Chef David Senia of Knolls at Capella Singapore - Sentosa Island, Singapore is the winner of Halton Group Executive Chef Of The Year. The award is presented to him by Mr Gunalan Ganesan, General Manager of Halton Group.
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Meat & Lifestock Australia Rising Chef Of The Year
Chef Kirk Westaway of JAAN at Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore is the winner of Meat & Livestock Australia Rising Chef Of The Year. The award is presented to him by Mr Andrew Simpson, International Business Manager (Southern Asia) of Meat & Livestock Australia.
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Majestic Restaurant Asian Cuisine Of The Year
Chef Leong Chee Yeng of Jade at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore is the winner of Majestic Restaurant Asian Cuisine Of The Year. The award is presented to him by chef-owner Mr Yong Bing Ngen of Majestic restaurant.
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Academy Of Pastry Arts Malaysia Pastry Chef Of The Year
Frederic Deshayes of Do.Main Bakery wins Academy Of Pastry Arts Malaysia Pastry Chef Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Niklesh Sharma, Managing Director of Academy of Pastry Arts Malaysia.
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At-Sunrice Globalchef Academy Apprentice Chef Of The Year
Aaron Wong Chee Yee is the winner of At-Sunrice Globalchef Academy Apprentice Chef Of The Year. The award is presented to him by Chef Sebastien Lefort, At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy Director, Craft, Service Excellence and Partnership.
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Sia Huat Chef's Choice Award (Western Cuisine)
Lino Sauro of Gattopardo is the winner of Sia Huat Chef’s Choice Award (Western Cuisine). The award is presented to him by Mr CB Tan, Sia Huat Chairman & CEO.
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Pestbusters Chef's Choice Award (Asian Cuisine)
Cheung Siu Kong of Summer Pavillion at The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore, is the winner of Pestbusters Chef’s Choice Award (Asian Cuisine). The award is presented to him by Mr Thomas Fernandez, Pestbusters Chairman & CEO.
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Indoguna Restaurant Of The Year
Joël Robuchon Restaurant wins Indoguna Restaurant Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Helene Raudaschl, Managing Director Indoguna Singapore. — with Joël Robuchon Restaurant @ RWS.
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Sanpellegrino New Restaurant Of The Year
Corner House wins Sanpellegrino New Restaurant Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Mitch Walles, Sanpellegrino Area Sales Manager.
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Hennessy Bar Of The Year
5 on Emerald Hill wins Hennessy Bar Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Ian Mclernon, Director and General Manager of Hennessy Singapore Pte Ltd.
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Sico Asia Mice & Banquet Manager Of The Year
Bernard Lim of Shangri-La, Singapore wins the title Sico Asia Mice & Banquet Manager Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Gina Han, Sico Asia International Sales Manager.
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Luzerne Food & Beverage Manager Of The Year
Christian Carminati of Fairmont Hotel wins the title Luzerne Food & Beverage Manager Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Elaine Lek, Head of Global Brand Team of Luzerne
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Meiko Restaurant Manager Of The Year
Kori Millar of Bar-Roque Grill wins the title Meiko Restaurant Manager Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Rudolf Kitzbichler, the Managing Director of MEIKO Clean Solutions (SEA) Sdn. Bhd
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Manitowoc Restaurateur Of The Year (Regional)
Will Meyrick of Sarong, Bali wins the title Manitowoc Restaurateur Of The Year (Regional). The award is presented by Mr Kelvin Teo, Manitowoc Foodservice Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, Strategic Account Manager
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Asian Restaurant Of The Year (Regional)
Lung King Heen, Hong Kong wins Tunglok Asian Restaurant Of The Year (Regional). A representative receives the award by Mr Andrew Tjioe, Executive Chairman of TungLok Group.
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Chope Asian Restaurant Of The Year
Waku Ghin wins Chope Asian Restaurant Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Dinesh Balasingam of Chief Operating Officer of Chope Singapore.
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Unique Food & Wine Sommelier Of The Year
Alan Au of Iggy’s is named Unique Food & Wine Sommelier Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Klaus Schwarz, Director / Owner of Unique Food and Wine.
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Culina Old World Wine List Of The Year
CUT by Wolfgang Puck at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore is named Culina Old World Wine List Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Leelyne Yeo, General Manager of Culina Pte Ltd
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Culina New World Wine List Of The Year
Tippling Club is named Culina New World Wine List Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Leelyne Yeo, General Manager of Culina Pte Ltd
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Winterhalter Outstanding Caterer Of The Year
Grand Hyatt Singapore is Winterhalter Outstanding Caterer Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Joachim Dandja, Winterhalter’s Managing Director (South East Asia).
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Kühlbarra Gourmet Retailer Of The Year
FairPrice Finest is Kühlbarra Gourmet Retailer Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr. Joep Staarman, Founder & Managing Director of Barramundi Asia.
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Cuisine & Wine Asia Gourmet Distributor Of The Year
Indoguna is Cuisine & Wine Asia Gourmet Distributor Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Christophe Oudin, VP – Business Development of Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd.
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Foodservice Consultants Singapore Wine Retailer Of The Year
1855 The Bottle Shop is Foodservice Consultants Singapore Wine Retailer Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr R Rajaratnam, General Manager of the Foodservice Consultants Singapore.
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Epicure Wine Distributor Of The Year
Crystal Wines Pte Ltd is Epicure Wine Distributor Of The Year. The award is presented by Ms Cecilia Goh, Epicure’s Publisher and Executive Director
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Marrone Culinary Institution Of The Year
Temasek Polytechnic is Marrone Culinary Institution Of The Year. The award is presented by Mr Denson Teo.
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Electrolux Culinary Institution Of The Year (Regional)
Sunway Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts, Malaysia is Electrolux Culinary Institution Of The Year (Regional). The award is presented by Mr Luca Franchi, Electrolux’s Regional Marketing Manager.
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Special Recognition Award
Ben Goh, Dylan Ooi and Kenny Kong from Singapore Pastry Alliance win Special Recognition Award. The award is presented by Ms Elaine Lek, Head of Global Brand Team of Luzerne.
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The Macallan Lifetime Achievement Award
Mr Lee Man Tat, Group Chairman of Lee Kum Kee, is awarded The Macallan Lifetime Achievement Award. On his behalf, Ms May Lim, Managing Director – South East Asia, Middle East & Africa of Lee Kum Kee will receive the award. The award is presented by Mr Geoff Kirk, Managing Director, South East Asia, Edrington.
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The Macallan Lifetime Achievement Award
Mr Loh Lik Peng, CEO of Unlisted Collection, is awarded The Macallan Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is presented by Mr Geoff Kirk, Managing Director, South East Asia, Edrington.
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Scripps Networks Interactive Choice Awards: Asia’s Pastry Star
Gottfried Schuetzenberger is Scripps Networks Interactive Choice Awards: Asia’s Pastry Star. The award is presented by Mr Raphael Phang, Head Of Programming, Scripps Networks Interactive, Asia-Pacific.
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Top Wines Sommelier Mentor Award
Ignatius Chan of Iggy's is Top Wines Sommelier Mentor Award. On his behalf, Alan Au receives the award presented by Ms Flora Loh, Managing Director of Top Wines.
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World Gourmet Summit Hall of Fame
Janice Wong is the recipient of World Gourmet Summit Hall of Fame. The award is presented by Mr Lionel Yeo, Chief Executive of Singapore Tourism Board
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Awards Of Excellence 2016
Awards Of Excellence 2016 concludes on a high note! Congratulations to all our recipients once again.
