New Delhi: International Chef Day is observed on October 20 annually to honour and appreciate chefs who dedicate their knowledge and culinary skills to the next generation. The day provides an opportunity for people to recognise the hard work, dedication and creativity of the culinary artists who produce amazing cuisines and healthy food for them.
Several firms took to social media to post endearing messages for their loved chefs and the incredible art they make. Taking to social media X, Adande Refrigeration, a UK-based manufacturer of refrigerated drawers wrote, “As it’s International Chefs Day this Sunday, we would like to say thank you. We want to give a huge shout-out to all the incredible chefs who inspire us every day with their passion, creativity, and dedication. Have a great weekend ahead.”
Joining the bandwagon, IHM Lucknow wrote on X, “Celebrating International Chef Day at IHM Lucknow. Honoring the creativity, passion, and dedication of chefs who bring culinary excellence to life.”
The crucial role of Chefs: Chefs have an important role in promoting healthy eating, innovating cuisines, and connecting culture with traditional foods. Chefs are the masters of diverse skills in the kitchen to create new dishes and showcase their expertise in crafting awesome foods.
Chefs also play a significant role in raising awareness about eating healthy food for good health and emphasising the nutritional value of food eating. Creative chefs always try to develop new dishes through their experiments with various ingredients, food items and flavours. Their cooking talent produces new cuisines which improve foodies’ taste buds.
History: According to the World Association of Chefs Societies' official website, since its creation by the late Chef Dr Bill Gallagher in 2004, world chefs have committed to using International Chefs Day to celebrate the noble profession. Chefs have a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact across communities by celebrating this special day with children.
Every October, chefs come together to inspire and educate the next generation about the joys of cooking, healthy eating, and the importance of sustainability.
Celebration: People celebrate this day by organising cooking workshops where they learn unique recipes and develop culinary skills.
Awareness of healthy habits: This day helps to raise awareness about nutrients food values and healthy food habits among people, especially kits.
Food safety: On this day people get a chance to enhance their skills of handling food diligently and keeping it safely in the kitchen.
Cleanliness in the Kitchen: Following proper cleanliness procedures and keeping the kitchen hygienic while cooking are the key to good healthy habits.
The Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) hosted the 21st Annual Chef Awards at The Ashok, New Delhi, ahead of International Chefs Day. The event brought together chefs and professionals from the culinary industry to hail them for their indomitable spirit and dedication.
