Egypt's Minister of Civil Aviation, Dr. Sameh Al-Hefni, recently honored the EgyptAir team of chefs for their outstanding performance in the 4th "Creative Chefs 2026" competition. The team won a total of 28 medals and two awards, with 17 gold, four silver, and seven bronze medals. The competition, held under the slogan "A Delicious Bite," was attended by 42 countries and sponsored by the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority.

The ceremony took place in the presence of EgyptAir's President and CEO, Captain Ahmed Adel, and Soheir Abdallah Moussa, President of EgyptAir's In-Flight Services. Dr. Al-Hefni expressed his pride in the team's achievement, highlighting the excellence of national skills and their ability to innovate and compete according to international standards. He emphasized that improving in-flight meal quality is a key aspect of enhancing the travel experience.

Captain Ahmed Adel praised the team's professionalism and stressed the importance of investing in their technical and creative skills development to improve in-flight services and enhance EgyptAir's competitiveness. Soheir Abdallah Moussa detailed the team's awards, including the Excellence in Aspic prize and the Best Chef Team award. She noted that the competition required advanced skills in food creation, preparation, and presentation.

The competition covered various culinary disciplines, including Eastern, Western, international, and traditional cuisine. EgyptAir's team won the Excellence in Aspic prize on the first day and the Best Chef Team award on the second day. Soheir Abdallah Moussa confirmed that the company will continue to provide training and development programs to keep up with the latest international culinary trends.

Dr. Al-Hefni presented a commemorative trophy to Soheir Abdallah Moussa in recognition of her efforts and the team's remarkable results. The minister highlighted that the quality of in-flight meals is a crucial component of the travel experience and a key area of differentiation in the aviation industry.

The EgyptAir team faced rigorous competition, with 42 countries participating in the event. Despite the challenges, the team demonstrated exceptional skills and creativity, winning a total of 28 medals and two awards. Their achievement reflects the high level of professionalism and expertise within the company.

The recognition ceremony underscores EgyptAir's commitment to excellence in in-flight services and its dedication to providing high-quality meals to its passengers. The company's investment in its chefs' skills and training is expected to continue, ensuring that EgyptAir remains competitive in the aviation industry.

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  • EgyptAir chefs win 28 medals and 2 awards in the 4th "Creative Chefs 2026" competition.

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