Pakistan’s culinary pride soared to new heights as the official delegation of the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan (CAP) and the College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) returned home after achieving remarkable success at Culinaire Malaysia 2025 and the Global Young Chef Challenge 2025.

Under the mentorship of Chef Tippu Imran and the supervision of Team Leader Mian Shahid Mehmood, the Pakistani delegation showcased international-standard skills and made the nation proud with a glittering haul of 5 bronze medals, 2 silver medals, 6 diplomas, and 12 certificates.

Medal Winners:

• Aisha Mushtaq Mir – Bronze Medal at Global Chef Challenge

• Amina Basit – Bronze Medal at Culinaire Malaysia

• Sadaf Waseem – Bronze Medal at Culinaire Malaysia

• Shama Mansab – Bronze Medal at Culinaire Malaysia

• Sidra Rasheed – Bronze Medal at Culinaire Malaysia

• Ayesha Ali – 2 Silver Medals & 1 Bronze Medal at Culinaire Malaysia

Diploma Recipients:

• Muzamil Waqas Khan – Diploma at Global Young Chef Challenge

• Palwasha Qalandar – Diploma at Global Young Chef Challenge

• Asia Shahzadi – Diploma at Culinaire Malaysia

• Khizar Hayat Khan – Diploma at Culinaire Malaysia

Adding further prestige to Pakistan’s representation, Hassah Arshad participated as a rookie judge in the Global Chef Challenge, highlighting the trust and recognition that international culinary platforms place in Pakistani culinary experts.

This collective success is a testament to the world-class mentorship, dedication, and training provided by CAP and COTHM, who have worked tirelessly to promote Pakistan’s youth talent and elevate Pakistani cuisine on the global stage.

The delegation’s return is not just a celebration of individual victories but also a milestone achievement for CAP and COTHM’s mission to empower youth, showcase Pakistani culinary identity, and make Pakistan a respected name in global gastronomy.