We would like to thank the following partners for their contributions in making World Gourmet Summit 2002 possible.
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Presenting Partner


Citibank is a member of Citigroup (NYSE:C), the preeminent global financial services company providing some 200 million consumers, corporations, governments and institutions in more than 100 countries with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, insurance, securities brokerage and asset management. Major brand names under Citigroup's trademark umbrella are Citibank, CitiFinancial, Primerica, Salomon Smith Barney, and Travelers. Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com and www.citibank.com.sg
Official Airline Partners
United
For nearly seven decades, United has built a history of innovation and leadership, including the world's first flight attendant service in 1930; the first airline flight kitchen in 1936; the first nonstop, coast-to-coast U.S. flight in 1955; the first nationwide automated reservations system in 1971; and in 1995, the first carrier in the world to fly the state-of-the-art Boeing 777 aircraft.

United began its first scheduled service outside North America in 1983 with nonstop service to Tokyo. Since then, United has grown from the single overseas flight to become one of the world's largest airlines, flying nearly 9 million travelers on 70,000 international flights each year. United currently serves 12 destinations throughout Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

Visit www.united.com/worldwide or www.UV-Asia.com/WGS
KLM, Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is a pioneer in the world of civil aviation. Established in 1919, it is the longest operating scheduled airline still flying under its original name, with over 80 years of experience in providing quality airline service. KLM has been associated with a long history of being FIRST.

1935 First European airline to train flight attendants
1946 First European airline after World War II to operate scheduled services from Europe to North America
1960 First European airline to operate the Douglas DC-8
1975 First airline of the world to operate the 747 Combi
1989 First airline in Europe to operate the Boeing B747-400
1990 First European airline to introduce a Pan-European frequent flyer program
1994 First airline top offer a joint global service with a partner: World Business Class, intercontinental business class with Northwest Airlines

Today KLM flies to over 150 destinations in over 80 countries. KLM's hub is based in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, one of the most modern airports in the world. With its unique single terminal concept, passengers will find it easy to find their way around, whether they are arriving, transferring or departing. KLM currently operates daily B747 services from Singapore to Amsterdam and Jakarta.

Visit www.klm.com.sg

Primary Product Partners
Cacao Barry
A Product of Barry Callebaut

Official Chocolate

Being the second largest chocolate producer and one of the largest cocoa processors in the world, Barry Callebaut constantly invest in innovative R&D and share their expertise with thousands of manufacturers and craftsmen around the world. Barry Callebaut was created through the merger of two global leaders: Callebaut and Cacao Barry. The brands include - Callebaut, Cacao Barry, Carma, Bensdorp and Van Houten - create strong relationships with customers all over the world. The Cacao Barry brand honours the great tradition of elegant French cuisine. It is the preferred brand of confectioners who treasure the pure and the authentic and let the whims of culinary fashion blow over.

Visit www.cacaobarry.com


Electrolux Professional
The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year in more than 150 countries around the world.

Visit: www.electrolux.com
For more on Electrolux Professional, email: zanussi@mbox2.singnet.com.sg


City Gas Pte Ltd


Primary Partners

Hewlett-Packard
Official IT Solution Provider
Constantly reinventing and innovating, providing solution and offering customer satisfaction, Hewlett Packard had created boundless milestones in our age of technological advances. Currently, HP has acquired more than 600 sales and support offices and distributorships worldwide in more than 120 countries, making it one of the largest and most renowned company in its field.

Visit: www.hp.com.sg

 

Queensland Gourmet

Le Cordon Bleu
For over a century, Le Cordon Bleu has grown to become a leading authority on culinary techniques, training and development. In 1984, André J. Cointreau, part of the family who own the Remy Martin and Cointreau liqueur companies, became President of Le Cordon Bleu. He strengthened the curriculum, recruited the finest Chefs of France and relocated the Paris school. The London school became fully part of the Le Cordon Bleu group in 1990 and other schools were opened in Tokyo, Ottawa and Sydney.

Visit www.cordonbleu.net/main.htm

Christofle Asia Pacific
Official Trophy Supplier for Awards of Excellence 2002 and Official Tableware

Since its establishment in 1830, Christofle has become a name synonymous with exquisite silverware, fine porcelain, crystal and table linen. Christofle was the first French luxury brands to create its own chain of stores. In 1856, Christofle openes its first sales outlet, the ‘Pavillon de Hanovre’ in the heart of Paris. Today, more than 140 years later, Christofle’s network consists of over 65 Pavillons (boutiques) in 29 countries.

Visit: www.christofle.com
For more on Christofle, email: christofle@pacific.net.sg

Martell Cognac
Official Cognac

Since 1715, Martell family untiring dedication to excellence and the incomparable wealth of knowledge passed onto the generations makes Martell the oldest of the major cognac houses. The Martell story begins in the early 18th century when Jean Martell moved to Cognac and founded the Martell company at the age of 20. Passionate and energetic in all his undertakings, Jean Martell quickly expanded the company and established a tradition which continues today. The strength of Martell is built on the individuality and quality with which every product is crafted and blended.

Visit: www.martell.com

San Pellegrino
Official Mineral Water

A strong supporter of World Gourmet Summit, San Pellegrino is a premium quality natural mineral water that was first discovered in the Italian Alps in the 13th century. The waters of San Pellegrino were deemed excellent for the health of both the body and the spirit and it has been lauded by connoisseurs as providing the perfect complement to good food and wine. This "champagne" of mineral waters is a well-established brand name throughout the world.

Visit: www.sanpellegrino.com

WMF Flatware Pte Ltd
Official Kitchen Utensils for Culinary Masterclasses

WMF was founded in Geislingen, Germany in 1853, and is internationally know for its luxurious stainless steel flatware, as well as superior quality cutlery, giftware, kitchen utensils and tableware products.

Visit: www.wmf.com


Yahoo! Enterprise Solutions
Official Webcaster

Visit: sg.broadcast.yahoo.com
Our Partners
Champagne Duval-Leroy
Official Champagne

For more than 140 years, the champagnes of Duval-Leroy have borne the hallmark of expertise acquired over the generations. Today, the predominance of the Chardonnay grape in the wines produced by Duval-Leroy gives them the sophistication, lightness and elegance that are their most noticeable characteristics.


Visit: www.duvay-leroy.com
For more information on Champagne Duval-Leroy, email: mdavis@duval-leroy.co.uk


Monteith's Beer
Distributed by Asia Pacific Breweries (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Official Craft Beer

at-sunrice
The Singapore Cooking School & Spice Garden
Official Venue Host for Culinary Masterclasses

With the launch of a state-of-art culinary school at Fort Canning Park, at-sunrice's main objective is to promote and elevate Asian and international culinary in this region. The new culinary institution aspires to be a center for involvement in Asian food, culinary skills and craftware, providing epicures the opportunity of cultivating their interest.

Visit: www.at-sunrice.com
For more information on at-sunrice, email: zeke@at-sunrice.com


Bang & Olufsen

Website: www.Bang-olufsen.com
Inniskillin Wines Inc.
World Gourmet Summit Awards of Excellence 2002 Partner

Visit: www.inniskillin.com
Screwpull
World Gourmet Summit Awards of Excellence 2002 Partner

Recommended by wine experts all around the World, the Screwpull range of corkscrews and wine accessories is well known for its famous corkscrews such as the Table Model and the coveted Lever Model. The self-pulling principle of the design means that only the minimum of effort is required to remove the cork from the bottle. The perfect shape and point of the Teflon® coated screw ensures that it always enters the centre of the cork and therefore never breaks the cork or pushes it into the bottle. Even the most stubborn and fragile corks succumb with ease to the Screwpull corkscrew.

Visit: www.lecreuset.com
For more information on Screwpull, email: helpline@lecreuset.co.uk


Schott Zwiesel
Official Glassware
Schott Zwiesel AG, with its history dating back to 1872, has long been fulfilling the exacting demands of consumers and fine
catering establishments from around the world, for high-quality crystal drinking glasses and other accessories.

The Diva suite of gourmet wine glasses, one of Schott Zwiesel's most successful product launches in recent times, represents the culmination of Schott Zwiesel's innovative spirit and its technical expertise. Made of tritan crystal (the highest quality crystal available in the market), Diva and Schott Zwiesel's other machine-made ranges are particularly breakage-resistant and machine-washable. Diva is but one of many innovative and creative product lines in Schott Zwiesel's vast offering of environmentally-friendly crystal articles.

For more information, please contact: Schott Zwiesel AG (S) Rep Office. 42 Club Street - Level 2 Singapore 069420
Tel: +65 6324 2931 Fax: +65 6324 2932.
Email: office@schott.zwiesel.com.sg

 

Bibi & Baba Pte Ltd
Official Supplier of Chefs' Apparel

A major supplier of quality uniforms in Singapore and the region, Bibi & Baba Pte Ltd offer Uniform Design Services. "Lectra" Cad (Computer Aided Design) System, Uniform Production & Supply and a superb Uniform Management Program.

Visit: www.uniformsmart.com
For more information on Bibi & Baba, email: uniforms@BiBiBaBa.com.sg

Sunfresh
Official Juice Supplier
Sunfresh has been producing various types of blended fruit juices since 1987. To meet the increasing demand, Sunfresh also built Asia's first purpose built fresh juice factory. It is currently now one of the leading juices producing company that caters to airlines, hotels, restaurants, retails and catering industries.

Visit: www.sunfresh.com.sg

Ronnefeldt
Official Tea Supplier
Ronnefeldt teas are enjoyed in major 4 & 5 - star establishments in Europe as well as in top hotels in Asia. Ronnefeldt's wide range of quality teas makes the delight of most stringent tea connoisseurs as only top quality tea leaves are being used. Ronnefeldt - a name for quality, reliability and backed-up by personalised local service - Ronnefeldt - a name you can trust.

Distributed in the Asia-Pacific region exclusively by Germania Asia-Pacific Pte Ltd in Singapore. We are just a "click" away at germania@singnet.com.sg



Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
Official Venue Host for WGS Press Conference and Grand Finale Dinner

As one of the flagship properties for the award winning Shangri-La group, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore has always been at the heart of the city's business and social life. One of the world’s most famous hotels, it enjoys an ideal location in this island city. From the moment you step in, the sense of Shangri-La peace and tranquility envelops you with walls of sheer glass overlooking a 15-acre botanical haven and exotic free-form swimming pool. Shangri-La Hotel truly is Singapore's premier city resort hotel.

Visit: www.shangri-la.com
For more information on BLU, email: sls@shangri-la.com

Asian Civilisations Museum, Empress Place
Official Venue Host for Opening Reception
Tracing and presenting the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans is the mission of the Asian Civilisations Museum. Given the multi-ethnic nature of Singapore's population and her geographical position, the main interest areas of the Museum encompass China, Southeast Asia, India and West Asia. Apart from having a programme of exciting and educational exhibitions, the Museum has a regular programme of talks, workshops and other activities. The Asian Civilisations Museum strives to be a museum where visitors will find their experience both informative and memorable and an institution which Singaporeans value.

For more information, call our hotline at 332 3284 or email nhb_acm@nhb.gov.sg


The Fullerton Singapore
Official Venue Host for WGS Awards of Excellence Presentation
Design that is residential as it is functional, the stylish and chic accommodations exude a sense of warmth and comfort. Views from the 400 rooms and suites at The Fullerton are unrivalled in Singapore. Rooms overlook the sunlit atrium courtyard, or have verandahs that open out to sweeping views of the city skyline, the river promenade or the bustling harbour. Cutting edge technology and high speed Internet access provide each guest global connectivity through the wire. Distinctive and simple, Philippe Starck fittings symbolise contemporary elegance with functionality. The Fullerton Fundamentals - a range of customised amenities grace the bathrooms.

Visit: www.fullerton.com
For more information on The Fullerton Singapore, email: info@fullertonhotel.com

Grand Hyatt Singapore
Official Venue Host for James Beard Foundation Charity Dinner
Strategically located in the heart of Singapore's commercial and entertainment district, Grand Hyatt Singapore offers award-winning accommodation, superb restaurants, world class conference and recreation facilities.

Visit: singapore.hyatt.com
For more information on Grand Hyatt Singapore, log on to: http://singapore.hyatt.com/sinrs/email.html



Tasting Room
Presenter of Wine Masterclass
Crystal Wines & Spirits Pte Ltd
Presenter of Wine Masterclass


Nectars & Vine (Singapore) Pte Ltd
Presenter of Wine Masterclass


Vinifera Pte Ltd
Presenter of Wine Masterclass




Vinifera Pte Ltd
The Regent Singapore
Official Venue Host for Wine Masterclasses
Since explorers first ventured across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, the island nation of Singapore has been a haven for travellers. At The Regent Singapore, the island's tradition of luxurious hospitality endures. Revel in rich silks, opulent teak furnishings, and the quiet sophistication of one of the "Garden City's" most exclusive locations. Set among the tranquil residences by Orchard Road, The Regent Singapore is just minutes from the city's best shopping and Central Business District. With its highly trained staff and elegant decor, The Regent Singapore delights even the most discriminating traveller.

Visit: http://www.regenthotels.com/REG/Hotel_Directory/HotelBio.jsp?hotelCode=RISIN

Equinox (by Raffles International)
Official Venue Host for WGS Media Briefing
Equinox is a unique restaurant and bar complex located at Raffles City. The former Westin Stamford & Westin Plaza have evolved to present a one-stop dining venue featuring five food & beverage outlets of distinct character.

Website: www.equinoxcomplex.com
For more information on Equinox, email: sales@equinoxcomplex.com


China Club
Official Venue Host for WGS Awards of Excellence Press Conference


NewsRadio 93.8
Official Radio Station


Website: www.newsradio.com.sg
NK and Melina Yong
Official Wine Consultants


NK and Melina Yong
Hudson Valley Foie Gras


Singapore Explorer


Temasek Polytechnic


Château Rauzan-Ségla
Official Partner of WGS Awards of Excellence

Château Canon
Official Partner of WGS Awards of Excellence

Château Cos d' Estournel
Official Partner of WGS Awards of Excellence

Château Pichon - Longueville, Comtesse de Lalande
Official Partner of WGS Awards of Excellence
Chako Productions Pte Ltd
Official Entertainment Provider


Carrey Hill Productions


Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd
A Member of The Montgomery Network
Singapore Exhibition Services (SES) is a member of The Montgomery Network of exhibition organisers with offices in more than 30 countries. Established since 1895, the Network holds more than 200 exhibitions worldwide regularly. SES has built up a comprehensive portfolio of more than 37 trade shows, each a recognised premier event for its respective industry.

Visit: www.sesmontnet.com
For more information on SES, email: events@sesmontnet.com


The New Asia Cuisine & Wine Scene
Official Magazine
"The New Asia Cuisine & Wine Scene", is the most authoritative magazine in Asia for culinary professionals and the foodservice industry in general. The magazine not only appeals to the serious professional, but is also a potent source of inspiration for the avid food & wine lover.

Website: www.asiacuisine.com





Jointly organised by: Singapore Tourism Board & Peter Knipp Holdings Pte. Ltd.

Peter Knipp Holdings Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved 2002.