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The WACS Forum

posted 27-03-2002

When the floor was given an open forum just after the congress began today the 82-year old Cuban representative opened discussion by voicing his feelings on the need for the a review on the importance of... continue reading

Appreciating Japanese thinking

posted 27-03-2002

The afternoon also saw a series of lectures by expert Japanese speakers on food as your medicine, the history of sushi and the art of hospitality in... continue reading

Who will host the congress in 2006?

posted 27-03-2002

Six countries bidding to host the WACS 2006 congress in their homeland made their presentations to the voting parties today, with credible... continue reading

31st World Congress in Dublin

posted 27-03-2002

Representatives from Ireland today presented their report on hosting the 2004 WACS World Congress in... continue reading

Remembering Tradition

posted 27-03-2002

The 30th WACS World Congress was closed on Thursday evening with a grand gala dinner at the Miyako Hotel Kyoto, featuring medal presentations to newly appointed WACS Honorary members, and to the winners of the... continue reading

New Zealand wins bid to host 2006 congress.

posted 27-03-2002

Congratulations to New Zealand, who has won the bid to host the 32 WACS World Congress in... continue reading

The Gallagher Phenomenon

posted 26-03-2002

Former WACS president, Mr Bill Gallagher, has deeply inspired many chefs around the world with his strong resolve to live after the major tragedy that shocked the association and changed his life... continue reading

Picking up the pace

posted 26-03-2002

The South Africans really know how to beat the... continue reading

News from the Pacific

posted 26-03-2002

The morning began with a quick address from president Schaber, who was followed by the continental directors for the Pacific region, Europe, Africa and the Middle... continue reading

CHEFS STOP TRAFFIC IN KYOTO

posted 26-03-2002

Quite literally. The second day of the 30th WACS World Congress saw delegates take to the streets of Kyoto, Japan, in full uniform, proudly bearing their national flags high above their... continue reading

Seasons greetings

posted 25-03-2002

Springtime 2002 is highlighted by noble events in the gourmet destinations of Singapore and Japan. In March the WACS congress will take place in Kyoto followed in April by the prestigious international... continue reading

Black box regional final

posted 25-03-2002

The Meat and Livestock Australia sponsored Black Box culinary challenge began on Sunday evening when the 11 competing teams opened their Black Boxes to find 20 items ranging from salmon to beef to cheese,... continue reading

The WACS Asia Pacific Forum

posted 25-03-2002

President of the All Japan Cooks Association and WACS continental director for the Asian region, Mr Shiro Deguchi today shared with WACS congress delegates his long-time vision of seeing friendship grow... continue reading

Double take on Kyoto

posted 25-03-2002

Both the mayor and the governor of Kyoto city, Japan, presented welcoming addresses in support of the 30th WACS World Congress, and gave delegates a brief introduction to the ancient... continue reading

Making history

posted 25-03-2002

Speaking at the 30th WACS World Congress, His Imperial Highness Prince Takamado of Japan said he believed the economies of respective countries are mutually linked by fundamentals elements like language and... continue reading