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The Philippine Culinary Cup

Together with PEPTarsus,Corp., Pastry Alliance of the Philippines and LTB Philippines Chefs Association, we welcome you to the Philippine Culinary Cup. This is the most prestigious international Culinary Competition in the country, being the ONLY (WACS) World Association of Chef Societies-endorsed Continental competition to be held in the Philippines. WACS approved judges all over the world will ensure all entries will be judged according to international culinary standards and share their comments with participants throughout the event. The competition will focus on professional skill development with importance to practicality and use of contemporary cooking and serving techniques.

28/10/2026

CHEF SHARWIN TEE has made a name for himself in many areas of culinary interests. His own venture, Little Grace Dining, is slowly but surely putting Tsinoy cuisine in the food map. He is also widely known for his television shows, his very interesting and informative books and for his unique take on common dishes. You can follow Chef Sharwin on social media where he shares videos, recipes, cooking advice and more.

For more on Chef Sharwin Tee, read our feature on him at The Culinarian Year Seven issue of the World Food magazine.

Find the full story here: https://wofex.com/breaking-the-mold/

Thank you to Sheraton Manila Hotel, our venue partner for the World Food magazine photo shoot.

25/10/2026

Save the dates!

WOFEX University has officially released its schedule of learning sessions across the Philippines for 2027. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, restaurateur, or culinary professional, catch these specialized industry classes in a city near you!

Learn more at👇👇
https://wofexu.com/

23/10/2026

CHEF DINO DATU heads the operations of Ted’s Hospitality Group that includes Ted’s Kitchen/Aurora Filipino Cuisine, Ted’s Warehouse Events Venue and Ted’s Bed and Breakfast. He and his wife, Chef Gel Salonga-Datu actively promote the culinary traditions and artisanal products through their work with Slow Food Community Laguna. Chef Dino was the editor in chief of Cook Magazine for several years and, today, continues to write not just about food but other areas of interest.

We were happy to have the chef couple join us for The Culinarian Year Seven. Find the full story here: https://wofex.com/the-kitchen-was-only-the-beginning/

Thank you to Enderun Extension – Enderun Design & Innovation Campus at Estancia Mall, our venue partner for the World Food magazine photo shoot.

21/10/2026

CHEF GEL SALONGA-DATU is on a mission to preserve and promote the cuisine and culinary culture of her home province of Laguna. She is a founding member of Slow Food Community Laguna and is active in their advocacy. Chef Gel was part of the Philippine delegation at the recent Terra Madre Salone del Gusto in Turin, Italy where she once again represented the rich culinary traditions, biodiversity and unique ingredients of her community. Widely known for her luscious Bibingka Cheesecake, Chef Gel has over 13 years of experience as pastry chef. Together with her husband, Chef Dino Datu, they run Ted’s Kitchen in Santa Cruz, Laguna.

Know more about Chef Gel in The Culinarian Year Seven. Find the full story here: https://wofex.com/keeping-heritage-at-the-table/

Thank you to Enderun Extension – Enderun Design & Innovation Campus at Estancia Mall, our venue partner for the World Food magazine photo shoot.

18/10/2026

Beyond traditional learning, WOFEX University offers specialized seminars, workshops, and courses tailored for food service, restaurant, hotel, and F&B professionals.

Ready to learn from the experts? Swipe through to see how WOFEX University can help elevate your business and career!

Learn more at https://wofexu.com/

14/10/2026

CHEF DIANA UY is the beauty and brains behind Simply Delish Crispy Tuyo Flakes, artisanal dried fish that’s fried to a crisp and packed in premium olive oil. Her love for food has brought her success, first in catering then in her bottled products and soon with her frozen food specialties. She is happy to share her story in The Culinarian Year Seven and we hope you find inspiration in her perseverance, love for her profession and her desire to make people happy by creating memorable dining experiences.

Find the full story here:https://wofex.com/business-is-in-her-blood/

Thank you to Enderun Extension at Estancia Mall, our venue partner for the World Food magazine photo shoot.

12/10/2026

🍽️✨ SMALL BITES, BIG CREATIVITY! 🏆👨‍🍳

Elegance, precision, and creativity in every bite! The 2026 Philippine Culinary Cup Amuse-Bouche Challenge showcased the artistry of our talented chefs as they transformed bite-sized creations into extraordinary culinary experiences. 🤩🔥

From innovative flavor combinations to stunning presentations, every creation proved that great things truly come in small packages! 👏✨

🏆 2026 PCC Amuse Bouche Challenge

Congratulations to all the participating chefs and winners for showcasing their exceptional talent, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence! 🥇🍴

📊 2026 PCC Results: https://bit.ly/26PCCUpdate

📸 Photography by Paola Aseron
© Philippine Culinary Cup

08/10/2026

🥩🔥 BEEFING UP THE COMPETITION! 🏆👨‍🍳

Premium beef took center stage at the 2026 Philippine Culinary Cup U.S. Beef Category! 🇺🇸🥩

Our talented chefs showcased their creativity, technique, precision, and culinary artistry, transforming U.S. Beef Rib Finger into impressive dishes that highlighted its rich flavor, tenderness, and versatility. 🔥🍽️

🏆 2026 PCC U.S. Beef Category
Proudly sponsored by U.S. Beef U.S. Meats Philippines

From bold flavors to beautiful presentations, every plate demonstrated what happens when premium ingredients meet exceptional culinary talent. 👏✨

Congratulations to all the participating chefs and winners for an incredible showcase of U.S. Beef excellence! 🥇👨‍🍳

📊 2026 PCC Results: https://bit.ly/26PCCUpdate

📸 Photography by Paola Aseron
© Philippine Culinary Cup

08/10/2026

The much-awaited Iron Chef Thailand vs Asia Season 2 streams this week at Netflix! Who will bring home top honors? Will the Philippine quartet of award-winning, talented chefs prevail?

How did the team of chefs Mia Yan, Sonny Mariano, AC Agra and Mav Javier prepare for this challenge? Read our interview with them: https://wofex.com/filipino-chefs-battle-for-culinary-supremacy-in-asia/

We, at WOFEX and World Food magazine, are proud to support our chefs, who are all past winners at the Philippine Culinary Cup, the only WorldChefs-certified culinary competition in the country organized by WOFEX and LTB Philippines Chefs Association.

Watch every episode to see the challenges they undertook as they faced off with formidable opponents. Good Luck chefs!

07/10/2026

CHEF MAVERICK JAVIER or simply Chef Mav won Chef of the Year at the 2024 Philippine Culinary Cup (PCC), the only WorldChefs-certified culinary competition in the Philippines. It was a dream come true for this young chef who had been competing in PCC since 2015. He is currently the corporate executive chef of Rekado Global Food Solutions where he puts his talents, creativity and management skills into very good use. Chef Mav is an active member of LTB Philippines Chefs Association and is a WorldChefs rookie judge.

Learn more about him in The Culinarian Year Seven.

Find the full story here: https://wofex.com/a-chef-on-a-mission/

Thank you to Enderun Extension – Enderun Design & Innovation Campus at Estancia Mall, our venue partner for the World Food magazine photo shoot.

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