Chef Ismail Thahseen Shines at Hotel Asia 2025 Culinary Challenge

Chef Ismail Thahseen Shines at Hotel Asia 2025 Culinary Challenge The culinary world witnessed an inspiring display of talent and precision as Chef Ismail Thahseen, Sous Chef at Hulhule Island Hotel, emerged as one of the most outstanding competitors at the Hotel Asia 2025 International Culinary Challenge. His exceptional performance earned him multiple prestigious accolades across various categories, highlighting his creativity, technique, and passion for culinary excellence. Chef Thahseen was honoured with the title of “Most Outstanding Chef”, along with the prestigious “Best Maldivian Chef” award — a true testament to his dedication to showcasing Maldivian culinary artistry on an international platform. In the competition arena, his impressive achievements included: • 🥇 Maldivian Dish – Gold (1st Place) • 🥈 Seafood – Silver (3rd Place) • 🥇 Low Waste – Gold and 2nd Place • 🥈 Poultry – Silver (3rd Place) • 🥈 Lamb – Silver (Top 5) • 🥉 Beef and Fish – Bronze Representing Hulhule Island Hotel, Chef Thahseen’s success at Hotel Asia 2025, organized by Maldives Exhibition & Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd, reflects both his individual mastery and his contribution to elevating the Maldives’ culinary reputation regionally and internationally. His commitment to innovation, sustainability, and Maldivian identity through food continues to inspire young chefs across the nation — proving that excellence is born from passion, hard work, and heart. ✨ Congratulations to Chef Ismail Thahseen for making the Maldives proud at Hotel Asia 2025