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Lee Kum Kee: The Taste of Victory at the 9th World Championship of Chinese Cuisine
Over 100 talented chefs from around the world harnessed the authentic flavours of Lee Kum Kee sauces as they vied for the prestigious title
Hosted in Vancouver for the first time, this edition of WCCC attracted an international roster of over 100 talented chefs. Contestants were required to work against the clock to prepare two dishes for each of the three categories: cold, hot, and dim sum. Judges considered factors such as taste, presentation, creativity and preparation to rank the outcomes. The opening and closing ceremonies of the Championship were graced by an attendance of over 400 representatives from the political, cultural and media spheres, cementing its status as a prominent event of the industry.
Simon Wu, President – Americas of Lee Kum Kee said, "The Championship is a momentous occasion which brings together talented chefs from all corners of the globe to showcase their skills, creativity and passion. The chefs skilfully utilised Lee Kum Kee sauces to bring out the flavours of Chinese cuisine with an originality that was truly inspiring. Lee Kum Kee has always been a trusted partner to chefs, providing high-quality sauces that spark their creativity, while their creations in turn inspire us."
Launched in 1992 by the World Federation of Chinese Catering Industry, the WCCC – sometimes known as the "Olympics of Chinese cuisine" – is highly acclaimed by the culinary industry internationally for enhancing the skills of Chinese chefs and encouraging the exchange of Chinese and Western culinary cultures. The 9th edition of the WCCC was organised by the World Federation of Chinese Catering Industry in partnership with the Canada Catering Association.
Lee Kum Kee has been a keen supporter, having served as the condiment sponsor of the 6th WCCC in Beijing and the 8th WCCC in Rotterdam.
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About Lee Kum Kee
Lee Kum Kee was established in 1888 when its founder, Lee Kum Sheung created his own oyster sauce in Nanshui, Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, China. With a glorious history of over 135 years, Lee Kum Kee has become an international household name as well as a symbol of quality and trust. Today, it offers more than 300 types of sauces and condiments in over 100 countries and regions.
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About the World Championship of Chinese Cuisine
The World Championship of Chinese Cuisine is organised by the World Federation of Chinese Catering Industry every four years. It is a prestigious event that showcases fine culinary skills and Chinese gastronomic culture while facilitating international exchange. Since its inaugural edition in 1992, the competition has been held in Shanghai, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Guangzhou, Beijing, Singapore and Rotterdam, and has earned a reputation as the "Olympics of Chinese cuisine".
Visit the event's website for more information: https://www.wccc2024.ca/
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