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Vietnam Barista Competition

Organised by Singapore Exhibition Services and Kerry Ingredients, the 2nd edition of the Vietnam Barista Competition continues to be a highly recognised platform to showcase the expertise, creativity and talents of the top baristas in Vietnam. In the presence of a 'live' audience, competitors have to come up with various specialty espresso beverages under the watchful eyes of an international judging panel.

Mr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Vergnano Coffee –
Champion of the Vietnam Barista Competition!

Interested in joining the competition? Read and understand the rules and regulations of Vietnam Barista Competition and click here for the application form. Please submit the completed form via email or fax by 15 July 2011.

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Coffeen Beans	Espresso Machines	Syrups
Grinders	Cleaning Solutions	Blenders
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Vietnam Culinary Challenge

Since its debut in 2006, the Vietnam Culinary Challenge has been recognised by Vietnam's culinary community as an important arena for chefs to exhibit their culinary skills and techniques in a competitive environment. Organized by Saigon Professional Chefs Guild, the 4th edition of the Challenge promises to be another round of excitement and energy for both the competitors and spectators!

"The partnership of Vietnam Culinary Challenge and Food&HotelVietnam, proves once again, the fantastic synergy that converge the culinary community, drive culinary excellence, engage culinary creativity and recognise the significant contribution of the chef profession in the F&B Industry. Progression and perfection is what the culinary community will be looking forward to at the next Challenge in 2011.'

- Chef Norbert Erhbar, Vice Chairman, Saigon Professional Chefs Guild (SPCG) and Vietnam Culinary Challenge Organising Committee.

A competitor completing his masterpiece before it's presented for judging

All smiles for winners of the Vietnam Culinary Challenge

Competition Schedule

Day One – 28 September 2011, Wednesday

Class 1 - Vietnamese Cuisine Challenge
Class 1a - Vietnam Cuisine Display
Class 2 - Chinese Cuisine Challenge – Sponsored by MLA
Class 3 - Hot Cooking – US Poultry – Sponsored by USAPEEC
Class 4 - Hot Cooking – US Beef & US Potato – Sponsored by USMEF & USPB
Class 5 - Hot Cooking – AUS Lamb – Sponsored by MLA
Class 6 - Hot Cooking – Fish and/or Seafood
Class 12 - Bread Showpiece
Dream Team

Day Two – 29 September 2011, Thursday 

Class 1 - Vietnamese Cuisine Challenge
Class 2 - Chinese Cuisine Challenge – Sponsored by MLA
Class 3 - Hot Cooking – US Poultry – Sponsored by USAPEEC
Class 4 - Hot Cooking – US Beef & US Potato – Sponsored by USMEF & USPB
Class 5 - Hot Cooking – AUS Lamb – Sponsored by MLA
Class 6 - Hot Cooking – Fish and/or Seafood
Class 8 - Plated Food Display – Individual Plated Appetizers
Dream Team

Day Three – 30 September 2011, Friday

Class 6 - Hot Cooking – Fish and/or Seafood
Class 7 - Hot Cooking – Pasta Cooking – Sponsored by Heinz Vietnam
Class 9 - ANCHOR Plated Desserts – Sponsored by Fonterra
Class 11 - Fruit and Vegetable Carving

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Saigon Professional Chefs Guild  

The Saigon Professional Chefs Guild is an organisation for cooks, chefs and pastry chefs from all professional levels across various industries. As an organisation representing Vietnam's culinary spirit, it is our task to promote the professional and social interests of our members. We collaborate with specialised public and private organisations and institutions in the hospitality and catering industry. The Guild strives to improve networking among existing and new members.

To improve the culinary skills of its members as well as to raise its professional profile, The Guild organises the Vietnam Culinary Challenge. The objectives of the Challenge are:

• Promote Vietnam's culinary standards
• Members to gain experience on a competitive platform
• Share culinary expertise, knowledge and ideas with other chefs within the regional culinary community