Heartiest congratulations to our talented students Lee Jun Keat and Chan Yen Yee (2nd Year Bachelor of Culinary Arts students) on their momentous achievement of securing the 1st Runner Up position at the highly competitive U.S. Potatoes Cooking Challenge 2023 under the expert guidance of their lecturer, Chef Alex!
The event was held at Taylor’s University College on 24th June, from 8 am to 2 pm.
The winning dishes prepared by the students included a delicious appetizer dish, the Potato Scorched Egg and a hearty main course, the Spice Sea Bass over Aloghobi with Madras Curry Sauce which showcased their creativity of blending Asian flavours and spices with a Western-style plating and concept. Their creative dishes truly impressed the judges!
With only 90 minutes to prepare the appetizer and main course, the students skillfully navigated the pressure, showcasing their expertise and composure.
The panel of judges at the U.S. Potatoes Cooking Challenge included esteemed culinary experts, such as Chef Bob Adnin, President of PCA (Professional Chef Association), Chef Jason Manson, Member of MCC (Malaysian Chef Connection), and Chef Pele Kuah, also a Member of MCC.
Without a doubt, participating in the U.S. Potatoes Cooking Challenge has been a valuable learning experience for the students as they gained invaluable insights into competition dynamics, improved their time management skills, and developed patience and adaptability.
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