Mel Nathan, Founder and President of the Executive Chefs Club Australia, and Publisher & Editor of Food Companion International magazine, was accorded a grand and historic welcome at the Pearl Continental Hotel Lahore, where the occasion was celebrated with warmth and admiration from the culinary fraternity.

Founder, President, and CEO of COTHM, Ahmad Shafiq, along with his team, personally welcomed the distinguished guest. A bouquet of fresh flowers was presented as a symbol of respect and hospitality.

In her remarks, Mel Nathan expressed heartfelt appreciation for COTHM and the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan (CAP), praising the outstanding arrangements and extending gratitude for the memorable reception. She highlighted the significance of such initiatives in strengthening Pakistan’s role in the global culinary community.

Adding further prestige to the occasion, Dr. Rick Stephen, Vice President of Worldchefs, also joined alongside Mel Nathan. His presence brought immense encouragement to COTHM’s trainers and students, as he personally supervised their culinary activities and engagements. Dr. Stephen is also set to lead the landmark Worldchefs Competition Seminar, marking a historic opportunity for Pakistan’s culinary industry to gain international recognition and exposure.

The event also underscored the strategic partnership between COTHM and CAP, which continues to play a pivotal role in linking Pakistan’s culinary talent with the global gastronomy network. Their combined efforts are not only promoting excellence and professional standards at home but also ensuring that Pakistan earns its rightful place in the international culinary world.