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- Author: Ms. Cabaรฑero
- Published On: May. 29, 2024
- Category: News,
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The College of Hospitality Management of Tagoloan Community College showcased its skills and creativity in a three-day event of KUMBIRA 2024, with the theme "Keeping Traditions, Brewing Innovations," held on October 18, 2024, at Limketkai Center Atrium, Cagayan De Oro City.
During the event's final day, the top chefs are set to battle it out in the highly anticipated finale of the culinary competition, starting with the final round of KUMBIRA Chef Master's "Culinary Challenge." Mr. John Claude Tacmo, one of the finalists, infuses his personality into his plate as he features his Piaprang Banana Saba in Lemongrass Skewers and Banana Saba sa Adobong Puti with Binake.
Mr. Juvic Labrador competed in the Housekeeping-Bed Making Challenge Professional Category, clinching 2nd place with his inspiration of the rich cultural heritage of the T'boli, indigenous people of Lake Sebu in the highlands of South Cotabato, Mindanao. Mr. Robert Niรฑeza was hailed as the champion in the student category as he showed off his housekeeping skills, inspired by the unity of Mindanao's rich culture and heritage with the elegance of modern hospitality.
Moreover, in the afternoon program, KUMBIRA talks about chefs' journeys beyond the kitchen with Chef Norbert Gandler, Penk Ching Tan, Chef Sandy Daza, and Chef Jessie Sincioco. They highlight the importance of creativity, dedication, and perseverance in the culinary industry and discuss the challenges chefs face in pursuing their passion while striving for excellence in their craft.
This was followed by the much-awaited announcement of winners for this year's KUMBIRA, celebrating its 28 years of culinary shows and live competition. The College of Hospitality Management at Tagoloan Community College stands out in various categories during the KUMBIRA 2024 student category:
โขBest Regional IngredientโRice
Silver Award
- Gracelyn Pagongpong
- Jessa Ann Canatoy
โขBest traditional/modern cooking Technique- Chicken Pastil
Bronze Award
- Gracelyn Pagongpong
- Jessa Ann Canatoy
โข Best Regional Ingredient- Suwa
Diploma Award
- Harold Zybir Gabatan
โข Best Regional Fruit Jam/Preserve-Langka
Silver Award
-Stephen Dave Cagbay
โข Table setting w/ floral centerpiece
Silver Award
-Dexter Waniwan
-Airys Banuag
โข Buffet Table Centerpiece with a Theme
Silver Award
- Maria Cristina Misal
-Ritchmond Botel
โข Baby Cakes-Freestyle
Silver Award
- Kenaniah Kale Guzman
โข Regional Kakanin Platter
Silver Award
- Shela Marie Palomar
โข Division Bread Showpiece Theme: 'Salu-Salo'
Bronze Award
-Jeffrey Buhion
-Methyl Grace Fuentes
โข Flairtending Tandem
Diploma Award
-Shan Oliver Lolo
-Mark Khen Valde
โข Mocktails Mixing: Regional Fresh Fruit Juices
Gold Award
-Alexandra Yuri Bulaong
โข Hotel Lobby Floral Centerpiece with a theme
Silver Award
- Jyssa Maye Cozo
- Vincent John Licayan
The College of Hospitality Management at Tagoloan Community College was named the first Runner-Up in the student category of this year's KUMBIRA.
As the event comes to a close on the finale day of Kumbira 2024, the chefs depart with heads held high, knowing it was not just about the titles but the camaraderie, united by a common bond and a deep appreciation for the culinary arts.
Congratulations to all the winners and participants of this year's Kumbira!
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Written by Hanna Lee Baylin TCC QUILL
Photos by Maria Victoria Edorot TCC QUILL
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