At the launch of Pakistani Cuisine Day on August 29, 2025, a special balloon releasing ceremony was held to symbolize unity, celebration, and the spirit of culinary diplomacy. The balloons carried the monograms of Worldchefs and the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan (CAP), representing the strong collaboration between national and international culinary communities.

The ceremony was joined by distinguished guests including Ahmad Shafiq, CEO COTHM, Dr. Rick Stephen, Vice President Worldchefs, Mel Nathan, CEO Executive Chefs Club Australia, and Chef Mohammad Raees from the USA, who supervised the overall activity. Adding international cultural flavor, the Iranian Chef Delegation also actively participated in the balloon release:

• Armin Azizi

• Nishteman Tokmehchi Savjbolagh

• Sogand Mosavi

• Mohammad Ateshany

• Ali Aghanezhad

• Akram Asadi

• Laya Babaei

The colorful release created a vibrant and memorable moment, signifying the official beginning of Pakistani Cuisine Day, which will now be celebrated every year on 20 November. This symbolic gesture highlighted the spirit of partnership, cultural pride, and the shared commitment of Pakistan, Iran, and the international culinary fraternity to promote food heritage across the globe.