By MALDIVES, 21 June 2023– Reethi Beach Resort announced its remarkable achievements at the 18th edition of the Hotel Asia 2024 Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge. This premier event within the Maldives’ hospitality sector took place on May 13, 14, and 15, 2024, at the Dharubaaruge Exhibition Hall, & Maldives National University in Malé (MNU). The event saw participation from over 800 culinary professionals across 21 categories, representing more than 300 local and international exhibitors in the food and hospitality industry.
In a display of exceptional culinary talent, the chefs from Reethi Beach Resort secured an impressive total of 17 medals across various categories. Sisira Kumara won gold medals in both Fruit & Vegetable Carving and Artistic Showpiece, and he was awarded the title of Best Artist.
Anarul Sekh earned silver medals in Hot Cooking – Beef and Hot Cooking – Lamb. Sisira Kumara also received a silver medal in Bread & Pastry Display. Rubin Star Dennis secured silver medals in Hot Cooking – Lamb and Hot Cooking – Lobster. Meghna Dey won a silver medal in the Tea Challenge. Ahmed Areeb and Hassan Sameer each received a silver medal in Creative Table Décor.
Bronze medals were awarded to Binara Madushan Jayasinghe T.Y.G. for Hot Cooking – Beef and Hot Cooking – Fish Fillet, M.A.T.M. Fernando for Creative Salad and Hot Cooking – Lamb, Mangala Madusanka Weerasinghe for Desserts and Decorated Cake, and Madusha Priyadarshana for Iced Mocktail.
The diverse array of awards won by Reethi Beach Resort’s culinary team underscores their dedication, creativity, and skill in the kitchen. The resort is proud to have such a talented team of chefs contributing to its reputation for excellence in gastronomy.
Reethi Beach Resort’s participation in the Hotel Asia Culinary Exhibition 2024 follows a tradition of success. Last year, the resort’s team competed in seven categories and brought home seven medals under the guidance of Executive Chef Farish Mukhthar at the Hotel Asia Culinary Exhibition 2023. The resort also celebrated significant achievements in 2022, continuing to build on their legacy of culinary excellence.
Committed to providing unparalleled culinary experiences, Reethi Beach Resort continues to offer a wide range of international and local cuisine prepared by some of the best chefs in the Maldives. The resort’s culinary team remains dedicated to enhancing guests’ gastronomical experiences through their passion and expertise.