Emphasizing healthy creativity and culinary innovation, International Chefs Day 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the capital city of Dhaka. More than six hundred renowned chefs and culinary professionals from various parts of the country gathered to participate in this grand event. The primary objective of the celebration was to honor the relentless contributions of professional chefs and highlight their crucial role in fostering healthy dietary habits among the general public.
Organized by the Chefs Federation of Bangladesh (CFB) at a prominent hotel in Dhaka on Tuesday, the event received prime sponsorship from Fresh Instant Full Cream Milk Powder, a popular brand of Meghna Group of Industries (MGI). The gathering served as a vital platform to discuss various dimensions of culinary arts, focusing heavily on the necessity of adulteration-free, nutritious food and the urgency of securing a healthy diet for future generations.
Her Excellency Lalla Boutaina El Kerdoudi El Koulali, the Ambassador of Morocco to Bangladesh, graced the occasion as the chief guest. In her address, she noted that chefs play an immensely significant role in ensuring healthy meals. By utilizing nutritious ingredients to prepare delicious food and raising awareness about proper dietary habits, culinary professionals can generate a highly positive impact on people's lifestyles. She expressed optimism that such celebrations of International Chefs Day would further encourage the creativity and professionalism of local culinary artists.
Chef Zahir Khan, President of the Chefs Federation of Bangladesh, stated during the event that chefs are not merely food preparers, but architects of people's dietary habits and tastes. He emphasized that selecting quality, safe ingredients and experimenting with innovative recipes are essential for preparing healthy food. He added that International Chefs Day creates a wonderful opportunity for professionals in this sector to exchange experiences and strengthen mutual cooperation.
The participating chefs showcased their culinary expertise and engaged in discussions regarding various healthy recipes. Workshops and seminars were also held to explore how balanced meals can be prepared by combining nutritional science with culinary arts. According to the organizers, such initiatives will play a long-term role in elevating the country's culinary industry to international standards while boosting public awareness about nutrition.
In conclusion, the organizers and the sponsoring brand expressed their gratitude to all participants for making the event a resounding success. They reiterated their commitment to organizing larger-scale initiatives in the future to enhance the skills of culinary professionals and promote healthy eating habits nationwide.
