Amir Jan, Executive Director, NAVTTC graces the Grand Opening of Pakistan International Culinary Championship (PICC) 2025.

Amir Jan, Executive Director of National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) graces the Grand Opening of Pakistan International Culinary Championship (PICC) 2025.

The Pakistan International Culinary Championship (PICC) 2025 – Season 7 officially commenced at the Royal Palm Golf & Country Club, Lahore, bringing together a spectacular showcase of culinary talent from across the globe. Organized by the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan (CAP) in collaboration with COTHM Pakistan & Dubai, and endorsed by WorldChefs, Paris, this prestigious event aims to celebrate the expertise of hospitality professionals while promoting cultural exchange in the culinary world.

The grand opening ceremony was graced by esteemed guests, including Muhammad Amir Jan, Executive Director of the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC).

Amir Jan, Executive Director, NAVTTC graces the Grand Opening of Pakistan International Culinary Championship (PICC) 2025.

Speaking at the event, Ahmad Shafiq, President of the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan, highlighted the significance of PICC 2025 as more than just a competition describing it as a valuable platform for culinary innovation, skill development, and cross-cultural learning. During the ceremony, he guided distinguished guests on an exclusive tour of 25 live operational kitchens, offering them a chance to interact with international participants, esteemed jury members, professional chefs, and culinary arts students. This immersive experience provided insight into the remarkable talent and creativity showcased by participants from both Pakistan and beyond.

Muhammad Amir Jan, Executive Director of NAVTTC, emphasized the importance of culinary arts as an integral part of Pakistan’s rich heritage and reaffirmed NAVTTC’s commitment to fostering skills development in the country. He praised PICC 2025 for its role in promoting excellence and innovation in the culinary industry, stating:
“We are proud to support this initiative and look forward to witnessing the exceptional talent that emerges from this platform.”
With over 5,000 participants, including culinary arts students, professional chefs, and jury members, the event not only showcases culinary expertise but also underscores the role of culinary arts, tourism, and youth engagement in shaping the future of the hospitality industry.
PICC 2025 is being held under the patronage of NAVTTC. The event is proudly supported by National Foodservice as the title sponsor; Cheezious, Nestlé Professional, and KnN’s as gold sponsors; while Shangrila, Young’s Food, Coca-Cola, and Ambassador Commercial Kitchen Equipment join as silver sponsors.
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