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Since industry grow with new WELCOME N INDULGE
Every year, we see the
the
inception of the World Gourmet members coming into the
Summit (WGS) 23 years ago, we culinary and hospitality field.
have often thought about what we can This industry is full of creativity,
offer as the host of an event that has routinely dedication, discipline and most of all,
outdone itself as a global gastronomic delight. WGS has patience, and young beginners as well as experienced
always been about assembling culinary leaders from industry professionals have to work hand in hand to
across the globe to exchange ground-breaking ideas dedicate themselves to their craft, all while maintaining
and practices, and this year, the focus is on sustainability. their social awareness to the issues of today.
Exploring how our eating habits impact the world we
live in, and finding better ways to sustain the sources of This is why WGS remains relevant and important: The
the food we eat, will be instrumental in a better future responsibility of taking care of our Earth is on all of
for our descendants. us. We have to keep up to date with the matters that
affect the way we cook and consume. For us to lead
The WGS Team has curated a list of over 10 Masterchefs Singapore into the future of gastronomic greatness, we
from across the globe to showcase their traditions and need to continue educating and work together towards
flavours right at our doorstep, so that we can learn more a future our successors can enjoy. We are providing the
about how we as an industry can make a commitment forum for culinary giants to talk about sustainability,
to sustainability in the global gastronomy scene. and the seeds of what we sow in the WGS will continue
to grow and remain strong for future generations.
The future is now, and as we watch Singapore continue
its progress as a global gourmet destination, we need to
develop and encourage the burgeoning young talents
of the future. We need to demonstrate the qualities
that make Singaporeans great hosts: graciousness,
social awareness, education, and most of all, the
charisma to entertain our guests. The message of
sustainability can be relayed in a similar fashion. We
can show how Singapore, as a tourism capital, keeps
up with pending global issues, while not compromising
the standards that makes us a world-class destination.
Tan Chin Nam
Co-Founder
World Gourmet Summit

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