The College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) proudly participated as the Culinary Partner at Food Asia 2025, held from September 13–15 at Expo Centre Lahore. The mega three-day event united Pakistan’s finest chefs, food lovers, and hospitality professionals under one platform.
COTHM as the Culinary Partner
As the official culinary partner, COTHM organized competitions, live cooking demonstrations, and innovative food stalls. The team ensured smooth coordination throughout, while a prestigious jury panel — including Chef Waseem, Chef Jahnzaib, Chef Umar, Chef Tippu Imran, Chef Ahmad Nawaz, and Chef Abdul Basit — maintained international culinary standards in judging.
Founder, President & CEO of COTHM, Mr. Ahmad Shafiq, praised the participants and emphasized that
“demonstrations are vital for building a positive impact in culinary education, as they prepare young chefs with the skills to meet global standards.”
Competitions & Features
Participants competed in five main categories:
2-Course Modern Pakistani Cuisine
Chinese Dish Competition
Young Mystery Box Challenge
Hi-Tea Platter Display
Cake Decoration
Special attractions added further excitement:
Live Cooking Demonstrations
Chocolate Academy Stalls
COTHM Admission Team Counters
Diet Studio Showcases
These features provided learning, networking, and practical exposure for both visitors and industry professionals.
Event Highlights
Culinary students and professionals showcased outstanding talent in engaging competitions. Audiences enjoyed an exciting display of creativity, technique, and innovation.
COTHM leadership stressed that such events highlight Pakistan’s rich culinary diversity while strengthening international recognition for young chefs.
COTHM’s Mission
By serving as the Culinary Partner, COTHM Food Asia 2025 reinforced the institute’s mission to shape hospitality leaders and elevate Pakistan’s global standing in the food and hospitality industry.