Mahasarakham University Wins Gourmet & Cuisine Young Chef 2026
A student team from Mahasarakham University has secured the top prize at the Gourmet & Cuisine Young Chef 2026 competition.
The 'Prade-Pradang' team from Mahasarakham University, represented by Jutharat Saraban and Patcharaporn Matha, was crowned the winner of the 'Gourmet & Cuisine Young Chef 2026' competition. According to Khaosod Online, the final round and award ceremony took place on September 19 at Impact Culinova.
Competing under the theme 'Festive Finger Foods,' the team impressed the judges with their culinary creations, earning them the first-place title along with two special honors: the Tecnoplus’s Choice Award and the Judges' Favorite Award. The competition, organized by Gourmet & Cuisine magazine in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and various industry partners, aims to foster professional culinary skills among university students. Participants competed for a total prize pool exceeding 300,000 baht, including trophies and certificates.
For residents and visitors interested in Thailand’s culinary scene, this event highlights the growing talent within the country’s hospitality and gastronomy education sectors. Such competitions often serve as a launchpad for the next generation of chefs who will eventually staff Thailand’s renowned restaurant and hotel industries. While the winners have been announced, further details regarding the specific recipes presented by the team or future career placements for the participants remain to be confirmed by the organizers.
