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ESCOFFIER & BARILLA Inspiring Vietnam's Next Generation of Chefs
Since its inception, The Disciples Escoffier International has annually organised and judged the "Young Talents Escoffier" competition. This internationally famous competition showcases the next generation of culinary artists and honours Auguste Escoffier, the world’s first celebrity chef. Barilla exclusively distributed by An Nam Professional, the event's official partner, views its role as perpetuating Auguste Escoffier's tradition by displaying young chefs' abilities and motivating the next generation of chefs.
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he Barilla brand has been owned and operated by the same Italian family for more than 140 years, and has established a reputation as the best pasta in Italy and abroad. As a global leader and staunch believer in supporting and teaching young chefs globally, Barilla has joined The Disciples Escoffier International to promote the "Young Talents Escoffier" competition, the world's most distinguished event for aspiring young chefs. Established in 1954 with its beginnings in Nice, France Currently, the Disciples d’Auguste Escoffier organisation has over 3,000 members throughout all
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five continents and 35 countries, including thirteen Asian and Oceanic nations. Every member of this prestigious organisation maintains the proud tradition of promoting the traditions of French cuisine and is dedicated to the growth of culinary professionals in the great chef Auguste Escoffier’s name. Barilla understands that exploring international cuisine and the aspiration to advance in an international professional environment are the motivating factors for young chefs today and has combined with The Disciples d'Escoffier, to discover those individuals to represent Vietnam on the global stage.
