Busan International Food Expo and Busan Marina Chef Challenge Held Simultaneously

October 4-6 at BEXCO: 183 Booths Operated, Over 300 Participants

Worldchefs-Approved Cooking Competition and Special K-Food Festival Event

The city of Busan will host the 21st Busan International Food Expo (BIFE 2024) and the 7th Busan Marina Chef Challenge (BMCC 2024) simultaneously at BEXCO Exhibition Hall 1 from October 4 to 6.

7th Busan Marina Chef Challenge Announcement.

Celebrating its 21st edition this year, the 'Busan International Food Expo' is organized by the city and hosted by the Busan branch of the Korea Foodservice Industry Association, under the theme of 'Feast of Chefs,' with the aim of enhancing the culinary brand value of Busan.

This event promotes the food culture of 'Gourmet City Busan' and offers an opportunity to experience global culinary trends.

Starting with the opening ceremony on October 4, various 'themed exhibition zones' will be operated, including a special pavilion commemorating the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Italy, a Spanish pavilion, a temple food promotion hall, and a Busan Food (B-Food) recipe showcase.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of foods at live cooking shows by Michelin Guide chefs, the Busan Excellent Food Promotion Hall, and the food court.

In particular, by applying for 'Michelin Dining' through the Busan International Food Expo website, visitors can enjoy a 3-4 course meal prepared by a chef from a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant, and five pre-registered participants will be selected by lottery to receive 10 tasting vouchers each.

At the 'Korea-Italy 140th Anniversary Pavilion,' Italian cuisine and culture will be introduced, and during the opening ceremony, broadcaster Cristina and an Italian chef will present an authentic pasta demonstration.

At the 'Temple Food Promotion Hall Embracing Nature,' Monk Hongseung will personally demonstrate temple cuisine.

At the 'Gourmet City Busan Promotion Hall,' 25 newly developed Busan Food (B-FOOD) recipes will be promoted through booklets and videos, following last year's success.

In addition, visitors can taste and purchase 47 products from 19 companies recognized as excellent Busan foods, and information about the 2024 Busan Taste Awarded Restaurants and food poisoning prevention tips will also be promoted.

A variety of programs will be held throughout the day, including dishes by Chef Jeon Jiseong of 'Les Sens,' a Michelin Guide restaurant in Busan, and Chef Lee Kyujin of 'Ramzy,' as well as live talk and cooking shows by broadcasters Hong Hyunhee and Jason, and citizen participation events.

The 7th 'Busan Marina Chef Challenge' is hosted by the city and organized by the Busan branch of the Korea Chefs Association, under the theme 'Challenge to Become the Best Chef,' with domestic and international chefs competing to showcase their skills.

This competition, accredited by the World Association of Chefs' Societies (WACS), is conducted according to international standards, enhancing its prestige.

Consisting of live and exhibition competitions, as well as a special K-Food Festival event, the competition will feature more than 300 participants, including culinary students, professional chefs, and citizens.

In particular, this year's special event, the 'K-Food Festival Competition,' will feature cooking contests using temple food and salmon.

As an international-standard competition, the judging panel will consist of 33 international judges, including invited judges from Switzerland, Italy, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore, Mongolia, Thailand, and others, which is expected to enhance the credibility of the event.

Furthermore, visitors will have the opportunity to participate in on-site tasting programs and cooking demonstrations using salmon by renowned Busan chefs.

For more details, please contact the Busan International Food Expo Secretariat or the Busan Marina Chef Challenge Secretariat, or refer to the official websites of the Busan International Food Expo or Marina Chef Challenge.

Lee Sora, Director of the Busan City Health Bureau, stated, "Celebrating its 21st anniversary, the Busan International Food Expo will present even more diverse programs under the theme of 'Feast of Chefs' for both domestic and international visitors. By holding the Busan Marina Chef Challenge simultaneously, we have created an opportunity to enjoy Busan's representative food culture festival all in one place." She added, "Especially this year, together with 'Festival October,' citizens and tourists will be able to experience a richer culinary culture amidst Busan's autumn scenery, and we hope for the enthusiastic participation of all those interested."

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