From the continental selections of Official Chefs Tournament (TOC Africa)organized on September 12 and 13, 2024 at Marrakechunder the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VIthe Moroccan teams “demonstrate the excellence and innovation of their know-how on the international scene”, underline the organizers of the national participation in a press release.
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Three more African countries will also join these competitions, thanks to the selections organized in Marrakech by the groupe Rahalengaged since 2003 in the promotion of Moroccan gastronomy all over the world, notably supporting national teams participating in international competitions.
During the final of Bocuse d’OrMoroccan culinary art will be represented by the chef Yassine Bogdadaccompanied by his clerk Youssef Lamghani and coached by Ahmed Ben Semlali.
Under the gaze of Kamal Rahal Essoulamimember of the jury, president of the Moroccan teams and ambassador of the pastry world cupthe Moroccan team will line up from the first day of the competition, in box 3, and will offer culinary creations inspired by the riches of Moroccan region and international requirements.
The Bocuse d’Or, the true summit ofculinary art world, brings together every two years the greatest chefs in the world in a competition which tests their creativity, their technical skills and their ability to sublimate products.
In 2025, 24 countries will participate in this prestigious final after being selected during continental competitions, including Bocuse d’Or Africa which was held in Marrakech on September 12, 2024.
This decisive stage saw Morocco qualify in first place, alongside the Mauritiusthanks to an exceptional performance in front of talented chefs from across theAfrica.
Concerning the final of the World Pastry Cup, the Moroccan team will be represented by Rachid Ouakkas as a member of the Jury, Omar Eddibspecialist in sweet creations, Mohamed El Yazidi for the chocolatet Mohamed Lamraoui for frozen works.
Inspired by the theme “National Heritage”, the Moroccan team promises to create exceptional creations combining tradition and innovation, including frozen dessertsof the desserts restaurant and artistic pieces made of sugar, chocolate and ice cream.
Created in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie is a world-renowned competition that highlights the best pastry chefs in the world. For the 2025 edition, 18 countries will participate in the final after qualifying from the continental stages, such as the African Pastry Cup organized in Marrakech on September 13, 2024. This stage allowed the Moroccan, Egyptian and Mauritian teams to demonstrate their talents and secure their place in the world final.
Regarding the Catering World Cupthe Moroccan team, composed of Mohamed fadil Ouahhabi, Lahoucine Zaoui et Lahcen Idouakrimwill participate on January 23 in this demanding competition, testifying to the Kingdom’s ability to distinguish itself in the art of hosting. It will present refined buffets, dishes and desserts, which reflect the values of hospitality and conviviality dear to Moroccan culture, according to the same source.
Organized every two years, the Caterers’ World Cup brings together 12 teams from five continents. Each team, made up of leaders and master butchers and caterersis selected after rigorous qualifications during continental events. This prestigious competition celebrates the art of haute gastronomy for events and highlights criteria of innovation, sustainability and excellence in presentation.
Organized every two years, the Sirha Lyon is a major event in the sector of restorationof thehotel industry and thefood.
During the previous edition, the show brought together nearly 210,000 professionals from 152 countries, 4,700 exhibitors and brands, spread over 140,000 m² and covering 14 different sectors ranging from furniture to food products.
