The Barbados Meals and Rum Competition has firmly established itself because the Caribbean’s premier gastronomic extravaganza, proudly clinching a prestigious worldwide accolade.
Reigning supreme on the culinary stage
Minister of Tourism and Worldwide Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill, revealed the competition’s newest triumph throughout a current media reception on the serene ZaZen Villa in Bathsheba.
He introduced that the Barbados Meals and Rum Competition had secured the coveted title of “Caribbean’s Finest Culinary Competition of 2023,” a distinction conferred upon it by the esteemed World Culinary Awards.
This announcement unfolded amid the splendor of a particular awards ceremony held within the vibrant metropolis of Dubai.
Affirming culinary capital standing
In his tackle, Minister Gooding-Edghill declared, “Now once we say we’re the culinary capital of the Caribbean, we will add the most effective culinary competition within the Caribbean.”
He expressed gratitude to the Barbados Tourism Advertising Inc. (BTMI) and the gifted cooks and bartenders who’ve been integral to the competition’s success. Particularly, he counseled their relentless dedication to creating tantalizing dishes and crafting beautiful cocktails, which have elevated the competition to a world-class stature.
Unveiling spectacular development
Aprille Thomas, Director of Public Relations and Company Communications on the BTMI, beamed with delight as she mirrored on the competition’s exceptional development within the present yr.
She emphasised the enlargement of the culinary extravaganza, noting that a number of venues had doubled their capability.
Embracing native and worldwide enchantment
Thomas additional disclosed that the competition had captured the eye of each locals and guests alike, with ticket gross sales showcasing a wholesome steadiness between the 2 teams.
She offered an insightful breakdown, explaining, “The Chef Classics that are cooking demonstrations, we have now seen a cut up with 56 per cent of holiday makers attending the Chef Classics; the Junior Chef Prepare dinner Off competitors, 80 per cent guests bought tickets for that; the Rise and Rum Breakfast Seashore Social gathering, 33 per cent are guests [as] ticket holders; the Liquid Gold Fest, 24 per cent of holiday makers are ticket holders; and lastly, the Rum Route on Friday night time, a whopping 93 per cent of these ticket holders are guests.”
“This exhibits us that we have now created a competition that individuals wish to fly into Barbados for and wish to be part of…. After COVID, we had no thought what was going to occur subsequent, however we took an opportunity on an concept that we had and it’s simply so wonderful to see it blossom,” Thomas added.
The Barbados Meals and Rum Competition, with its newfound acclaim because the Caribbean’s premier culinary occasion, continues to solidify its status as a must-attend late summer season spectacle, drawing gastronomy fanatics from across the globe to this picturesque Caribbean island.
