The “2025 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao” (Fest) will be held at Roman the Amphitheatre Square and Legend Boulevard of Macau Fisherman’s Wharf in Nape from 11 to 20 July, with one of the major highlights, the “International Gastronomy Forum, Macao” scheduled to take place at the Fisherman’s Wharf’s Convention and Exhibition Centre from 9 am to 1 pm on 14 July.
The forum will bring together catering professionals and delegates from Creative Cities of Gastronomy across the world as well as Creative Cities in other fields to explore the essence of spices and herbs in fusion cuisines to foster preservation of culinary heritage. It will also manifest Macau’s vibrant food culture as a Creative City of Gastronomy, according to the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO).
Joining hands with Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post as the collaborative partner, the Forum will feature two keynote speeches and three panel sessions under the theme of “The Spice of Life: Macao’s Culinary Connections”, with participants to discuss the significant role of spices and herbs in worldwide cuisines.
The two keynote speeches will be presented by chef and owner of Toyo Eatery in the Philippines, Jordy Navarra, and head chef of Masque Restaurant in India, Varun Totlani.
As winners of the Best Chef Awards in 2024, the two chefs are acclaimed for their excellence in culinary arts. Furthermore, both restaurants have won recognition on the list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Commended for its use of local organic ingredients to attain carbon reduction and minimize food waste, Toyo Eatery has garnered the Sustainable Restaurant Award as well. The keynote speakers will share their unique perspectives on culinary use of spices and herbs to set the direction for a profound dialogue, according to MGTO.
The Forum will be conducted in English, offering simultaneous interpretation service and welcome the public for free admission.
Source and Photo: MGTO
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