1,000
Chefs
Representing
110
Countries
30
International speakers
and industry experts



98
years in the making
The first Worldchefs Congress was attended by 65 delegates from 17 countries. It was there that August Escoffier was named honorary President. A hallmark tradition since its inception in 1928, Worldchefs Congress & Expo been organized in 40 cities to date.
Today, Worldchefs Congress & Expo brings together a global body of hospitality professionals, representing 110 national chef associations from around the world.
72
competitors
in the Global Chefs Challenge


A meeting of
200
innovative exhibitors and
6,000
International Participants
4
days
100
curated events
Discover Wales
Worldchefs is delighted to welcome you to the breathtaking landscapes of Wales. Our host city, Newport, is a city and county borough in Wales, situated on the River Usk close to its confluence with the Severn Estuary, 12 mi northeast of Cardiff. With its rich culinary heritage and warm hospitality, explore a land of timeless traditions, innovative cuisine, and natural wonders waiting to be discovered.
Young chefs, are you ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? ✨
The Bill Gallagher Young Chefs Forum is back at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026, from May 16-19 in Wales, with an exciting agenda built just for you 🏴
Swipe through memories from our last edition in Singapore, and get ready for what’s coming in Wales. Young chefs will have access to the delegate program plus exclusive sessions and activities: go foraging, explore Newport Market, meet Michelin-starred chefs, join hands-on masterclasses & more!
Discover the program for young chefs 👉 https://www.worldchefscongress.org/program/ or click the link in bio
Don`t forget, the early bird rate won`t last forever ⏳
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The Global Chefs Challenge Americas Regional Semi-Finals have come to a close, and the results are now in! 🎉
Held on July 28, 2025 during the ACF National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, the competition highlighted the remarkable skill and creativity of chefs from across the Americas.
View the results and discover who qualified for the Global Chefs Challenge Finals 2026 in Wales 👉 worldchefs.org/news or at the link in bio
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Meet Colin Wheeler-James at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026! 🎉
Colin Wheeler-James is the founder of Ground Up Cookery School and a champion of wild flavors, fermentation, and sustainable food systems. Since opening his school in 2020, Colin has been on a mission to redefine how we think about food, waste, and flavor, turning overlooked ingredients into extraordinary creations.
At Worldchefs Congress 2026, don’t miss Colin’s live demo session: “Capturing the Essence of Wild Food through Preservation.” Learn how to harness traditional preservation methods and wild ingredients to create unique dishes.
Register today and join us in Wales next May 👉 https://www.worldchefscongress.org/register/ or at the link in bio
#ThisIsWorldchefs #WorldchefsCongress2026 #WorldchefsCongress #Wales #Sustainability @iccwales @culinaryassociationwales @worldchefs.congress @groundupcookeryschool

When you join us in Newport, Wales for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026, make the most of everything the city has to offer, such as:
• Newport Market – Europe`s biggest indoor market regeneration 🧑🍳
• Newport Museum & Art Gallery – explore Newport`s history 🖼️
• Newport Wetlands Reserve – 438 hectares of a peaceful wildlife reserve 🌾
• Tredegar House – a 17th-century mansion and architectural wonder ✨
• Celtic Manor Resort – championship golf courses and incredible views ⛳
& more!
Ready to explore? Take advantage of our early bird offer and save £200 when you register today 👉 https://www.worldchefscongress.org/register/ or at the link in bio
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This is the Worldchefs team — and we’re gearing up for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 in Wales 🏴
👀 Will we see you there?
You heard us — register today and save £200 with our Early Bird Offer!
👉 worldchefscongress.org/register/ or visit the link in bio
#ThisIsWorldchefs #WorldchefsCongress #WorldchefsCongress2026 #Wales

Get ready to meet one of America’s top culinary minds—Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale—at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026, where he’ll reveal how AI is transforming professional kitchens 🚀
Recognized as a national expert at the intersection of food and technology, Rich is both a highly-skilled chef and a sought-after voice on AI.
In his session at Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026, “The AI-Powered Chef,” discover real-world applications of artificial intelligence that enhance culinary creativity, efficiency, and personalization. Plus, watch a live demo of AI-assisted dish development!
🎟 Register now with our Early-Bird Offer and save £200 👉 https://www.worldchefscongress.org/register/ or at the link in bio
#ThisIsWorldchefs #WorldchefsCongress2026 #WorldchefsCongress #Wales #AI #Technology #Artificialintelligence @richrosendale @culinaryassociationwales @iccwales

🎥 Catch a glimpse of what you’ll discover in Wales when you join us for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026! 🏴
Next year from May 16–19, experience global networking, educational sessions, exciting competitions, and delicious food — all in the heart of Welsh culture.
🎟️ Register today and save £200 with our early bird offer: https://www.worldchefscongress.org/register/ or at the link in bio
Song credit: `When you return to Wales` by Katherine Jenkins OBE, Culinary Association of Wales Ambassador
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Introducing our next speaker at the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026: Kris Hall 🎉
Kris Hall is the founder and CEO of The Burnt Chef Project, a global movement working to end mental health stigma in the hospitality industry through certified training, free therapy, 24/7 support, and peer networks 🌍
At Worldchefs Congress 2026, join Kris as he explores how outdated mindsets are driving burnout & what we can do to lead industry change in his session: “Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honour: Rewriting Hospitality’s Culture.”
🎟 Register today and save with our Early-Bird Offer 👉 https://bit.ly/4iUaSfa or at the link in bio
#ThisIsWorldchefs #WorldchefsCongress2026 #WorldchefsCongress #Wales @theburntchefproject @culinaryassociationwales @iccwales
