World Chefs President Thomas Gugler praises 'Vijay Dum Dum Biryani' Grand Finale

Renowned German chef and President of 'World Chefs', Thomas A. Gugler, commended the grand finale of the 'Vijay Dum Dum Biryani' cooking competition, jointly organized by Gulf Madhyamam and Mee Friend at the LuLu Hypermarket in Malaz, Riyadh. Attending the event as the chief guest, Gugler directly observed the event's structure and organizational excellence while enjoying the proceedings.

During his visit to the stalls of the finalists, Gugler lauded both the management of the event and the high quality of the dishes presented. He expressed great admiration for the impressive public participation and the flawless arrangements in Riyadh.

Addressing the gathering, Thomas A. Gugler said, "I am delighted to be here in Riyadh to attend the finale of the 'Dum Dum Biryani' cooking competition organized in collaboration with LuLu".

"What I have witnessed here is exceptional organization, participation, dish quality, and meticulous arrangements. I am proud of and grateful to the entire team that made this grand success possible".

"May you continue to maintain this outstanding standard. I eagerly look forward to the next edition in 2027", added Gugler.

Chef Thomas A. Gugler is an internationally acclaimed master chef from Germany and a prominent figure in the global culinary sector. He has served as the President of the World Association of Chefs' Societies (World Chefs) since 2016, a global organization that unites professional chefs and national chef associations worldwide.

Chef Gugler also shares a close tie with Saudi Arabia's culinary sector. He played a key role in founding the Saudi Arabian Chefs Association (SARCA) and has contributed significantly to the growth of culinary education, professional standards, and international cooking competitions in the Kingdom.