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WORLD GOURMET A W ARDS 2020

A Message From The Founder

he World Gourmet Awards is celebrating its 20th edition
this year, a milestone for the ages and it’s safe to say that
we are celebrating this in interesting times, especially in
Tthe wake of a global pandemic. The spread of COVID-19
virus affected millions of lives worldwide with the hospitality and
tourism industry taking the greatest hit as travelling comes to a halt.
As we live everyday under the “new normal”, we are reminding
ourselves that we are stepping into an unprecedented time
of our lives, the uncertainty and change that may make some
uncomfortable. In a bid to turn straw into gold, we are changing
and developing the theme WGS2020, originally known as S.O.U.L..
Sustainable, Organic, Urban, Lifestyle. Now, the acronym reflects
a whole new meaning that we have adopted and interpreted to fit
and explain the sentiment while we face Covid-19 in the industry:
Solidarity, Originality, Unwavering, Local. These new tenets of the
word are our way to join our fellow members in the F&B industry,
using ingenuous methods that have helped to develop and change
how we usually see the service and the food during these times, and
the ever-growing importance to support local partners, businesses
and talents.

As of this moment, it is possible that we will continue to live in the
shadow of Covid-19 for longer and likely face tougher situations
and scenarios in the future. Nevertheless, in times like these, we
celebrate and recognise the achievements of our local talents in the
F&B industry. Those who have served the public and helped create
some of the best memories that others have remembered, and the
recipients of those who have dedicated their lives to make it happen.

To all deserving finalists nominated during this year’s World Gourmet
Awards, congratulations, and keep up the fighting strength that
you’ve employed in this industry from the very beginning!

Peter A Knipp
Principal, PKH Pte Ltd
Founder, World Gourmet Summit, World Gourmet Awards