World Association of Master Chefs

Category: Australia

  • Small steps, big goals: This company is going places.

    WAMC is always looking out for companies that show a passion for their products with a flare that is matched only by their enthusiasm to grow and develop.  Then there are those times when we stumble across a company that simply fits with our idea of what a true company is.  They position themselves above others, with respect for their industry, their clients and their environment.   This is one of those companies and we are proud to officially announce Melbourne Jerky as a
    WAMC Quality-Endorsed Company.

     

    Melbourne Jerky was established in 2022 with a simple goal: to create high-quality, genuine Beef Jerky that was free from added preservatives and sugars. What started as a hobby of making jerky for family and friends quickly grew after receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback.

     

    Today, Melbourne Jerky is proud to offer premium, high-protein products made from quality meats.

     

    Their key offerings include four delicious flavours: Jalapeno, Texan Honey, Pizza, and Ghostly Inferno, with plans to introduce an Indigenous flavor, potentially featuring Kangaroo Jerky or beef jerky by mid-2025. Melbourne Jerky’s commitment to using only the finest ingredients, creating innovative flavours, and offering a convenient, healthy snack option sets them apart in the market.

     

    Focusing on quality products, Melbourne Jerky uses only MSA grade meats. Meat Standards Australia (MSA) is a grading system developed to improve the supply of consistently high-quality meat to the beef consumer. MSA is a ‘tenderness guaranteed’ grading program that grades beef based on eating quality. The MSA system grades each muscle (cut) on eating quality, with regards to tenderness, juiciness, flavour and overall liking.

     

    With a mission to provide a wholesome alternative to processed snacks, Melbourne Jerky is focused on health, fitness, and sustainability. Their ambition is to become not just a household name in Australia, but a globally recognised brand, all while ensuring their meats and ingredients are sourced sustainably.

     

    Small steps, big goals—Melbourne Jerky is on a journey to redefine snacking for good health and great taste.

     

    For more about the company or to order their products visit www.melbournejerky.com.au

     

     

  • Vietnam’s Culinary Vision Unveiled at theRES24

    On November 27, 2024, the project “Vietnam, The Journey to Become a New ‘Gastronomy Capital’ of the World” (VGC) was officially launched at the theRESTAURANT Leadership 2024 event in Ho Chi Minh City. This groundbreaking initiative marks a major step in positioning Vietnam as a global gastronomy hub by 2030.

    Highlights from the Event:

    • Hosted by Vietnam Food and Beverage Ecosystem (VFBE) Social Enterprise, co-organized by World Food Travel Association (WFTA) and Van Lang University
    • Honored to welcome representatives from prestigious international organizations: ASEAN Restaurant Association Alliance (ARAA), National Restaurant Association (NRA), World Association of Master Chefs (WAMC), and an inspiring keynote speech from the World Food Travel Association
    • Hosted 8 diplomatic representatives and over 20 leading speakers in the F&B, tourism, and gastronomy sectors from Vietnam and abroad.
    • Engaged in dynamic workshops and discussions on workforce development, the cultural value of Vietnamese cuisine, and sustainable culinary economic growth, with participation from experts, businesses, and industry leaders.

    What’s Next?
    The VGC project is dedicated to connecting talent, resources, and innovation to elevate Vietnamese cuisine on the global stage. A key milestone of the project was the signing of significant partnerships, including a five-party cooperation agreement among VFBE, VLU, ARAA, WAMC, and Pencil Group.

     Additionally, bilateral collaborations were established between VFBE and international partners such as the NRA and PR Newswire. These agreements mark a pivotal step in the project’s journey, laying a solid foundation for advancing Vietnam’s culinary sector and achieving its global aspirations.

    Stay tuned as we continue this mission to honor Vietnam’s culinary heritage, promote sustainable practices, and make Vietnam a “Gastronomy Capital” admired worldwide!

    #VietnameseCuisine #GastronomyCapital #theRES24 #VietnamGastronomyJourney

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  • Natural flavours, a Healthy Choice for Endorsement.

    When WAMC looks to put its brand on a product we aim for three distinct characteristics in a business or product.  1.  The quality of the product, 2. The character of the owners and staff, and 3. The impact it can have for the better on the community.  WAMC love diversity and creativity and this company is no exception.  This owners love for alternative beverages with a healthy aspect is exactly why WAMC have chosen to endorse Heal-Thy Soda as a quality company and product.

    Michael Dunne’s passion for this product emerged from never having consumed traditional soft drinks as a child. By crafting his own healthy, thirst-quenching, sparkling beverage, he could enjoy the pleasures of a real soda, without the guilt of sugar or artificial flavours. As a trained chef, Michael created a “better for you” drink that was made from real ingredients, without artificial flavours, that has all the goodness of apple cider vinegar. Heal Thy Soda was born in his kitchen, and now Michael can share his passion with the world.

    Heal-Thy Soda is a rapidly growing brand offering a refreshing, all-natural alternative to traditional soft drinks. Dubbed the “next big thing since Kombucha,” our apple cider vinegar-based drink combines authentic, real fruit ingredients with less than one gram of sugar per serving.

    With no artificial additives and delightful flavours like Pineapple Lime and Mint, Raspberry & Rose, Ginger Lemongrass & Lime, and Passionfruit Peach & Berry, Heal-Thy Soda is perfect for health-conscious consumers.

    Already stocked in over 500 locations across Melbourne Australia and expanding internationally, it is the ideal choice for those seeking a genuinely healthy and delicious beverage.

     

    There are a range of healthy benefits to the drinks which are:

    • ACV assists insulin sensitivity during high carb meals by up to 19-34%, reducing insulin spikes
    • Contains enzymes from Mother in ACV and potassium which is known to increase energy
    • Reduces blood lipids that may contribute to high cholesterol
    • Lowers blood glucose and insulin responses
    • Blood Sugar: Apple cider vinegar has shown to improve insulin sensitivity during a high-carb meal by 19-34% and significantly lowers blood glucose and insulin responses.
    • ​Weight Loss: Vinegar along with high-carb meals can increase feelings of fullness and make people eat 200-275 fewer calories for the rest of the day.
    • ​Boost Energy: Apple cider vinegar contains potassium and enzymes that may relieve that tired feeling.

    Currently, Heal-Thy Soda has four amazing flavours with more to come in the future.  So far they have:

     

    Raspberry & Rose

    These flavours work beautifully together with a soft almost spring feeling, like walking through a rose garden. It’s light, fresh and the perfect drink if you enjoy subtle floral flavours. This is perfect to drink with friends at a picnic, on a warm summer’s day.

    Pineapple Lime & Mint

    Like a well-crafted mojito, this tangy fresh pineapple flavour is perfectly matched with fragrant mint leaves and a hint of lime juice, leaving you with a feeling of being in a Mexican poolside retreat.

    Passionfruit, Peach & Berry

    Sparking the inner child in everyone with this take on passionfruit soda, we have ramped up the flavour with the added splash of raspberries.

    Ginger Lime & Leomongrass

    Get set for a wild ride full of flavour with this exotic take on ginger beer! Lemongrass brings an aromatic pop to the fiery kick of ginger, while a splash of lime juice zips you away to an Asian wonderland. Your taste buds will be begging for more!

    Their drinks are fresh, inviting and natural, which encourages people to try healthy alternatives. 

    • 100% real fruit-infused soda with only 4 natural ingredients and no sugar

    • Less than 9 calories per bottle

    • Lightly sparkling with the real fresh fruit taste in every sip

    • ACV Mother, good for your health

    • More interesting flavours to follow

     

    Find out more here about Heal-Thy Soda.

  • UCSI & WAMC: Opening classrooms to the World

    1st December 2023 and representatives from UCSI University Malaysia came to Melbourne Australia to participate in a special event for WAMC and to finalise the relationship for Endorsement of UCSI Hospitality Programs.

    With the dinner and presentations being held at Miss Mi Restaurant in Melbourne it was an amazing meal. Miss Mi won a gold medal for ‘Hotel Restaurant of the Year’ at the Victorian Accommodation Awards for 2023 and we were so delighted to be able to have a special menu created for us by Chef Christan Corpuz.

    In attendance from UCSI University were:

    Professor Datuk Ir. Ts Dr Siti Hamisah Binti Tapsir (Vice Chancellor of UCSI University, Malaysia)
    Professor Datuk Dr. Rohana Yusoff (Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic and Internalization, UCSI University, Malaysia)
    Associate Professor Dr. Hanafi Hamzah (Dean, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management, KL Campus, UCSI University, Malaysia)
    Assistant Professor Christopher Wan Sageng (Dean, Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Sarawak Campus, UCSI University, Malaysia)
    Dr. Katherine Poh Cheng Sim (Senior Director, China Engagement Office, UCSI University)

    It was a pleasure to award Honorary memberships to all parties and Dr. Hanafi Hamzah was also awarded a Graduate Diploma of Hospitality Management Accreditation for his efforts as Dean of the KL campus.

    Chef Frank Fasio and Chef Stefan Armentano were also presented with the WAMC highest honor, the coveted Master Chef Medal.  Their work and dedication to the hospitality industry are exceptional and as trainers for PAX Institute of Education, a WAMC-endorsed education provider, it was a pleasure to present this to them.

    Both Chefs have been in the industry for over 30 years and throughout their careers they have given so much to the quality and professional development of those they work with.  their dedication and commitment to excellence now form part of their teaching tools as their work with PAX Institute of Education on the next era of professional chefs and cook.

    Medals were presented by Chairman Sunly Lo and President Gaven Ferguson of WAMC.

    Finally, the night could not forget our special PAX students, who have shown their quality and dedication throughout their studies.  They were

    Wing Sze Jacqueline Tsang completed her Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and was awarded Executive Membership and a Level IV Commercial Cookery Accreditation.
    Jeneci Delos Angeles Castro completed her Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and was awarded Executive Membership and a Level IV Commercial Cookery Accreditation.
    Rafael Franco Pianta completed his Diploma in Hospitality Management completed their and was awarded Executive Membership and an Executive Diploma of Hospitality Management Accreditation.  He was also awarded the Professional Chefs Medal for outstanding work as a student while at PAX.

    WAMC has officially endorsed UCSI University as an Endorsed Education Provider for Malaysia and has endorsed their hospitality programs across all campuses.  This means that all students participating in UCSI courses will be eligible to receive Industry Accreditation and recognition.  Gaven Ferguson, President of WAMC stated on the night “This is a great moment for education in the hospitality industry.  two amazing forces joining together to help grow our industry.  It is a bright future indeed”.  That night President Ferguson was also appointed an Adjunct Professor (Industrial) for the faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management at UCSI University.

    Friends on the night concluded that the future was bright and these sorts of partnerships will help cement a strong foundation for the Hospitality industry and allow for the clear and focused development of new and exciting programs.  UCSI and WAMC are already planning and discussing exciting opportunities centered around a core principle of borderless training and open-concept classrooms, the name of which will be shared soon.

    If you would like to be part of the Education Endorsement program with WAMC and grow your course exposure.

     

  • VP Evan Carlo trains beyond the Horizon

    The field of cooking and refreshments is one of the most sought-after areas in the labor market in Tunisia.  This career industry allows you to work in hotels, luxury restaurants, and hospitality establishments.  Horizon Formation College has engaged the services of one of the industry’s strongest chefs, Master Chef Mahjoub Aouidet (Evan Carlo).

     

     

    Evan is the Vice President of the World Association of Master Chefs and has been a key figure in the association for almost 10 years.  His passion and dedication to serving others have led him to be recognized as an industry expert and Chef of the highest caliber.

    Bringing over 30 years of industry experience to the classroom, students can gain valuable knowledge not normally available in textbooks and traditional classrooms.  Evsan can share with students through their course, tips tricks and helpful skills that come from so many years of working as a professional chef in dozens of countries.