Mujthaba Abdulla: Award-Winning Pastry Chef Elevating Maldives’ Culinary Scene
**Malé, Maldives** – In a country where food and hospitality are deeply woven into its culture, one name has become synonymous with innovation in the kitchen: **Mujthaba Abdulla**. With more than 23 years of experience, the award-winning pastry chef has not only mastered his craft but also created a platform that is reshaping the culinary landscape of the Maldives.
## Building a Career of Excellence
Mujthaba began his career more than two decades ago, working across both pastry arts and hot-range cooking. His versatility and skill quickly earned him recognition, setting him apart as one of the few chefs in the Maldives to excel in both disciplines.
Over the years, he has trained hundreds of aspiring chefs and introduced international standards of pastry and baking to the local industry. His efforts have placed him among the Maldives’ most respected culinary figures.
## The Bake & Delicacy Show
In recent years, Mujthaba’s most ambitious project has been the **Bake & Delicacy Show**, an annual culinary exhibition and competition that has grown into the country’s premier baking event.
Held in Malé, the four-day show features **five competitive categories**—Modern Cake, Sugar Flowers, Dress the Cake, Novelty Cake, and Wedding Cake—allowing home bakers and professionals alike to showcase their talent. The event attracts participants and visitors from across the Maldives, providing a rare stage for creativity, networking, and professional growth.
“The show is about more than cakes,” Mujthaba said in an earlier interview. “It’s about giving people the confidence to create, compete, and take pride in their work.”
## Commitment to Education
Beyond organizing large-scale events, Mujthaba is passionate about education. For the past six years, he has conducted training programs for aspiring chefs across the islands, aiming to strengthen the country’s culinary talent pool.
He has also conducted **free pastry classes for over 700 children**, introducing young learners to baking and inspiring many to pursue careers in hospitality.
## Recognized Across Asia
Mujthaba’s contributions have been recognized internationally. In 2025, he received **three Asian Ascar Awards**: *Best Pastry Chef, Service Excellence, and Lifetime Achievement.* These honors highlight his influence both inside and outside the kitchen, cementing his reputation as one of the region’s leading culinary professionals.
## Looking Forward
Through his business, **My Cakes and Sweets**, Mujthaba continues to innovate and expand opportunities in the food sector. His long-term vision includes establishing a **Pastry and Bakery School in the Maldives**, offering professional diplomas in baking and cake decoration.
As the Bake & Delicacy Show prepares for its upcoming 2026 edition, expectations are high that the event will once again spotlight the Maldives’ growing community of bakers and culinary artists.
For Mujthaba Abdulla, each cake is more than a dessert—it is a symbol of creativity, community, and the belief that culinary arts can change lives.
