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In addition to WELCOME N INDULGE
quality commonly-
known cheeses
The mozzarella, the United
like
and
cheddar
United States dairy States is also home to
industry is proud to hundreds of specialty
return as the official Dairy cheeses. Ranging from
Partner of the World Gourmet European- and Hispanic-styles
Summit (WGS) for the second to hundreds of American Originals,
consecutive year. We congratulate many have earned awards in globally-
the organizers on their impressive successful recognized cheese competitions. Whether
legacy hosting this premiere event for 23 years. We your aim is to create a fine-dining gourmet menu item or
also sincerely appreciate the team, including Chef a casual comfort dish, we are confident that U.S. Cheeses
Peter Knipp and Co-Founder Dr. Tan Chin Nam, can harmoniously deliver the desired taste profile
for their visionary leadership and tireless efforts in and functional attributes to make it mouthwatering.
creating such an amazing, epicurean experience.
Additionally, this year’s WGS shines a spotlight on the
We, alongside attendees worldwide, look forward theme of Sustainability in the Gastronomy World. As
to discovering the delicious and incredibly awareness and interest of this topic rises in Asia, chefs,
inventive culinary creations that the multi- customers and consumers can rest assured that the U.S.
talented chefs, restaurants and culinary industry dairy industry is fully committed to producing more
professionals have developed with U.S. cheeses. milk using significantly less water and land resources.
We especially enjoyed seeing the U.S. Dairy We encourage you to experience and explore the
Innovative Chef of the Year challenge finalists craftsmanship, innovation, variety and versatility of
exemplify the versatility of U.S. cheesey has no U.S. cheese. Join chefs and companies throughout
boundaries in the skilled hands of Asia’s chefs. Asia who’ve been inspired by this secret ingredient
Whether used in Western or Asian style cuisine or as an to transform flavors into something that’s sure
ingredient for appetizers, main dishes or desserts, local to delight even the most discerning palate.
chefs utilize the wonderful—and often unexpected—flavor
combinations of U.S. cheeses to elevate taste and texture. We wish all participants another very successful
and memorable WGS this spring, and hope that
While U.S. cheese may seem like a relative it proves to be personally and professionally
newcomer to Asia, the United States has a long rewarding. May it also contribute positively
and distinguished history of cheese making, dating to your restaurant or business’ bottom line!
back to the 1600s when the first settlers arrived in
America. Since then, the U.S. cheese industry has
built on its rich immigrant heritage, becoming the
world’s single largest cheese producer and exporter.

Dali Ghazalay
Regional Director
U.S. Dairy Export Council
(USDEC) – Southeast Asia

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