BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 4. The International
Barbecue Festival is being held in Shamakhi this year, Trend reports.
The festival, which began on October 4 in the village of Meysari
in Shamakhi, will last two days.
The festival is organized with the support of the Shamakhi
Executive Authority, the Nasimi Baghlari (Nasimi Gardens) complex,
the Abgora restaurant, and international culinary judge Sahib-David
Israfilov (Don David).
The festival is attended by renowned chefs from over 30
countries, including World Barbecue Association (WBQA) President
Willem Vink, World Barbecue Association Chief Judge Christopher
Sandford, former President of the World Association of Chefs (WACS)
and personal chef to the King of Saudi Arabia Thomas Gugler, as
well as renowned chefs from around the world—presidents of numerous
national culinary associations, Michelin-starred chefs, and
culinary judges.
At the opening ceremony, guests were greeted by international
culinary judge Sahib-David Israfilov, President of the World
Barbecue Association (WBQA) Willem Vink, and Vice President of the
World Association of Chefs (WACS) Uwe Friedrich Herbert Michel.
They outlined the festival’s goals.
The speakers noted that the main goal of this international
event, which will be remembered for its spectacular barbecue
presentations, is to strengthen cultural exchange and promote
Azerbaijan’s hospitality, cuisine, and cultural values worldwide.
Guests were wished a pleasant weekend. Participants then toured the
pavilions, where they learned about the cuisines of various
cultures and sampled a variety of dishes.
In specially designated areas, professional chefs representing
Azerbaijan and other countries showcased the richness of global
cuisine. Festival guests toured the pavilions and viewed
presentations from various restaurants and brands.
The chefs also held master classes for children. During the
entertaining master classes, chefs known as “kings of the kitchen”
worked with children to prepare burgers.
The festival featured a culinary battle between teams. Each team
prepared a dish according to a given recipe. Participants competed
in three categories: taste, cooking level, and presentation. The
winning teams competed for certificates, medals, and a grand trophy
provided by the festival partners.
Throughout the day, various musicians performed on the festival
stage. Visitors enjoyed delicious presentations accompanied by
local and international music.
The festival continues on October 5th.
