From the warmth of a grandmother’s kitchen in the Balkans to the high-stakes heat of Calcutta, a new culinary star has risen. ADVERTISEMENTEnri Cuedari is the winner of the 12th IIHM International Young Chef Olympiad 2026, which concluded on Friday. “He is not only passionate but also curious about cooking, which makes him a good chef,” said Cuedari’s mentor, Mirko Monteduro. Though she is gone, and time has claimed many of her written recipes, the essence of her kitchen remains. Satya Teja, 21, from IIHM, Kolkata, won the Kitchen Cut Chef Management Award.

Source: The Telegraph February 08, 2026 01:40 UTC