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Chefs Association of Pakistan unites chefs nationwide in grand celebration of International Chefs Day 2025

Chefs Association of Pakistan unites chefs nationwide in grand celebration of International Chefs Day 2025

One of the world’s largest gatherings of chefs took place in Lahore, Pakistan, marking a day of pride, passion, and culinary excellence.

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Chefs Association of Pakistan (CAP), the only national member of Worldchefs from Pakistan, celebrated International Chefs Day 2025 with grand activities across the country. The nationwide celebrations brought together professional and young chefs to honour the culinary profession and the values it represents — creativity, passion, and community.

The main celebration took place at Alhamra Hall 1, Mall Road, Lahore, with parallel activities organized in Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Faisalabad, Sahiwal, Sarai Alamgir, and several other cities by CAP’s regional chapters.

The Lahore event commenced with a special video message from Worldchefs President Andy Cuthbert, followed by an inspiring message from CAP President Ahmad Shafiq and a video address from CAP Vice President Chef Muhammad Raees. A captivating video highlighting the journey and milestones of CAP was also presented, showcasing the association’s continuous efforts to uplift the chefs’ community in Pakistan.

Among the CAP team attending the event were CAP Patron Waqar Ilyas Khan, Secretary General Mian Shahid Mehmood, Vice President International Affairs (Central Secretariat) Muhammad Raees and Vice President HoReCa Fraaz Kasuri, Finance Secretary Nadeem Anwar, and Advisors to the President Muhammad Ashraf and Muhammad Razzaq, along with other members of the National Executive Committee.

A highlight of the ceremony was the Chef Belt Award Presentation, where senior chefs from the hospitality industry were honoured for their outstanding services and contributions. The announcement of winners from COTHM’s in-house “COTHM Culinary Challenge” added further excitement to the celebration, with certificates and cash prizes presented to participants and winners.

To mark the spirit of the day, a chefs’ walk, a balloon-release ceremony, and a cake-cutting ceremony were held, followed by a grand hi-tea for all attendees.

Senator Bushra Anjum Butt graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In her address, she commended CAP’s role in uniting and empowering the chefs’ community across Pakistan, emphasizing that the association’s growth and influence are remarkable examples of professional organization and dedication. She also assured CAP of continued government support for the development and welfare of Pakistani chefs.

The event was generously supported by industry partners. Cheezious served as the Title Sponsor, while Nestlé Professional, K&N’s, and Blue Band Professional were Gold Sponsors. Ambassador Commercial Kitchen Equipment joined as the Silver Sponsor. Nestlé Professional’s Nutrition Team delivered an informative session on healthy cooking practices and distributed exclusive gifts among the chefs. Blue Band Professional and K&N’s also contributed by offering product giveaways and live food tasting during the event. Cheezious supported the event with branding and promotional assistance, making the celebration even more vibrant.

 

A special lucky draw added to the festive mood, where a motorbike, generously sponsored by international recipe expert Ijaz Ahmad Khan, was announced as the grand prize.

During his address, CAP Secretary General Mian Shahid Mehmood highlighted that CAP continues to serve as the unified platform for chefs in Pakistan, committed to professional growth, education, and recognition. He also officially announced the Pakistan International Culinary Championship (PICC) 2026 – Season 8, inviting chefs from across the world to participate.

Adding to the excitement, CAP President Ahmad Shafiq, speaking through a video from abroad, announced that Pakistan has been selected to host the Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2026, after winning the bid over Penang, Malaysia. The announcement was met with overwhelming enthusiasm and applause from the entire chefs’ community.

The International Chefs Day 2025 celebrations by the Chefs Association of Pakistan truly embodied the theme of unity, passion, and pride in the culinary profession. Through its ongoing efforts and international collaborations, CAP continues to represent Pakistan’s culinary excellence on the global stage under the umbrella of Worldchefs.

 

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