WORLD NATIONAL TAPAS & WORLD ASIA TAPAS COMPETITION 2025
KTS Garden Conference Hall
Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
17 - 19 June 2025
Event background
The Tapas Asia Competition Sarawak 2025 builds on the success of the World Tapas Championship 2024, hosted in Sarawak, Malaysia, on August 13, 2024. This event featured 31 chefs from hotels, restaurants, culinary schools, and entrepreneurial ventures vying to represent Malaysia at the World Tapas Championship in Valladolid, Spain, held from November 10 to 14, 2024.
Chef Samuel Goh from Bintulu, Sarawak, won the national title with his dish, “Rollo De Umai”, a creative take on Sarawak’s traditional delicacy. His victory earned him an all-expenses-paid trip to Spain, where he competed against chefs from 15 other countries and showcased his talent before Michelin-starred judges.
Thanks to SITVEA & Ethos Connect International Consulting Sdn Bhd, the success of the 2024 championship secured Sarawak the honor of hosting both the National and Asia-level Tapas Competitions in 2025. Approved by Valladolid’s City Council, birthplace of the Tapas Championship, these events will further establish Sarawak as a culinary hub, highlighting Kuching’s status as a UNESCO Creative City.
PROGRAM
Programme Components. The World National Tapas & World Asia Tapas Competition 2025 is set to attract 2,000 visitors international and domestic visitors over three days, blending local and international audiences for a unique culinary experience. With culinary experts, global media coverage, and networking opportunities for traders, it will celebrate tapas, foster connections, and inspire creativity across borders.
TIME & DATE
17 - 19 June 2025
(Tue - Thurs)
10.00 AM - 5.00 PM
LOCATION
KTS Garden Conference Hall Kuching Sarawak
TARGET GROUP
- Professional Chefs
- F&B Entrepreneurs
- Hoteliers Tourism
- Food Enthusiasts
COMPETITION PARTICIPANTS
- Nationals Level Qualifier
20 Local Chefs - Regional Level Qualifier
20 Chefs
from 16 countries
EVENT PARTICIPANTS
TARGETED
2000+
across the 3-days event
OBJECTIVES
Programme Components. The World National Tapas & World Asia Tapas Competition 2025 is set to attract 2,000 visitors international and domestic visitors over three days, blending local and international audiences for a unique culinary experience. With culinary experts, global media coverage, and networking opportunities for traders, it will celebrate tapas, foster connections, and inspire creativity across borders.
Culinary Tourism Spotlight
Global Stage for Local Flavors
Bridging Cultures Through Cuisine
Boosting Trade Through Gastronomy
Celebrating Culinary Creativity
Food. Culture. Compete
INTERNATIONAL TAPAS, FOODS & COFFEE
Building on the international acclaim garnered by the inaugural World Tapas Championship in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia and the 8th World Tapas Championship in Valladolid, Spain in 2024, Kuching is set to host the 2nd Nationals Championship & 1st Asia Regional Competition. This prestigious event will feature the first-ever tapas, international foods, and coffee workshops and competitions, offering an unparalleled culinary experience.
Experience culinary excellence as Michelin- starred chefs join us at the National tapas & Asia Tapas 2025
International Media Projection included but not limited to:
MALAYSIA, EUROPE, USA, SINGAPORE, BRUNEI, CHINA, THAILAND, VIETNAM, INDONESIA, HONG KONG, TAIWAN, MIDDLE EAST
International Foods & Drinks Trade & Exhibition
From 17 to 19 June 2025, the event will welcome numerous international food importers and exporters, alongside industry professionals, food establishments, and restaurants. Attendees will have the chance to indulge in exquisite culinary delicacies showcased in the competition, guided by a specially issued culinary map of Kuching Creative City of Gastronomy. This is a rare opportunity to savor the finest creations from around the globe, are presented to the public, making it a must-attend event for food enthusiasts and industry insiders alike.
KUCHING’S UNIQUE HERITAGE
The city of Kuching has a unique gastronomic heritage. Recognised by united nations as creative city of gastronomy, Kuching is converging traditional food culture with international culinary creativity.
Event Highlights
Featuring the biggest live cooking show hosted in Sarawak covering 16 Asia Countries
2ND NATIONAL TAPAS CHAMPIONSHIP MALAYSIA SARAWAK
1ST ASIA TAPAS COMPETITION ROAD TO VALLADOLID SPAIN
INTERNATIONAL TAPAS, FOOD & DRINKS EXHIBITION & TRADE
BARISTA COMPETITION
SUSTAINABLE FOOD WORKSHOPS
Programme Highlights
THE WORLD'S BIGGEST LIVE FOOD COMPETITION (COOKING SHOW)
MEDIA, PROFESSIONAL & INTERNATIONAL PROJECTION
NETWORKING WITH THE BEST OF THE SECTOR GUARANTEED
LATEST FOOD INNOVATIONS AND TRENDS
WORKSHOPS & SATELLITE EVENTS - BARISTA COMPETITIONS
EXCEPTIONAL PRODUCT SHOWCASING & TASTING
SUSTAINED & LONG LASTING RETURN ON INVESTMENT
Registration
World National Tapas Competition & World Asia Tapas Competition 2025
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