Chefs Guild of Maldives

We are the National Culinary Association of the Maldives.

Chefs’ Guild of Maldives (CGM) is the national culinary association of the Maldives endorsed by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs). Chefs Guild of Maldives was established in October 2014 as the first non-profit association for working chefs in the Maldives.

We work closely with chefs in the Maldives,providing opportunities for networking and skill enhancement via participation in regional and international culinary competitions, exhibitions and forums. Through these efforts, we foster a community of culinary excellence and innovation.

To elevate the culinary profession in the Maldives by empowering chefs to excel and uphold international best practices in the culinary industry.

The Chefs Guild of Maldives is dedicated to advancing culinary arts by promoting professionalism, supporting the development of young chefs, and creating networking and global recognition opportunities for chefs to showcase their talents.

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News & Events

Industry News, Events and Updates

Accolades

Various culinary accolades associated with us

2024

Pakistan International Culinary Championship

1. Chef Ismail Thahseen
Gold Medal in Beef Live Cooking
Gold Medal in Chicken Live Cooking
Silver Medal in Seafood Live Cooking

2. Chef Ajwad Abdul Wahhab
Gold Medal in Beef Live Cooking
Gold Medal in Seafood Live Cooking
Silver Medal in Chicken Live Cooking

3. Chef Aishath Rashfa Ahmed
Silver Medal in Beef Live Cooking

4. Chef Mariyam Shafana
Silver Medal in Dress The Cake category

5. Chef Ismail Thahseen, Chef Ajwad Abdul Wahhab, Chef Aishath Rashfa Ahmed
Gold Medal with highest marks in the Four-Couse Gourmet Menu team challenge.

2023

Alen Thong Golden Coffee Pot Challenge, Sharjah

1. Chef Aminath Amany Hussain, Chef Ismail Thahseen, Chef Aishath Layaan Riyaz, Chef

2. Ahmed Saain, Chef Ibrahim Nizam, and Chef Mohamed Nizam: Bronze Medal

2023

1st Indonesia International Halal Chefs Competition

1. Chef Ibrahim Zuhair: Silver Medal.

2022

Cakeology

1. Chef Aminath Nasheeda: Gold Medal in Three-Tier Wedding Cake category

2022

World Master Chef Society

1. Chef Maha Naseer: First Maldivian Chef to attain the “Master Chef” title.

2021

International Cake Star Competition

1. Chef Aminath Nasheeda: 1st place in Wedding Cake category

2020

IKA Culinary Olympics

1. Chef Joodhy Khalid: Gold Medal in Pastry Artistry category
2. Chef Abdul Rasheed Abdulla: Silver Medal in Pastry Artistry category

2019

Chinese Cuisine World Championship

1. 7-member team of Chefs Guild of Maldives: Bronze Medal

2018

La Cuisine du Sial, Abu Dhabi

1. Chef Ibrahim Nathif: Gold Medal in Hot Cooking Beef category

2. Chef Mohamed Adhil: Gold Medal in Hot Cooking Poultry category

2018

Emirates Salon Culinaire, Dubai

1. Chef Ibrahim Nathif: Gold Medal in Hot Cooking Beef category

Cullinary Challenges

Various culinary challenges associated with us

01

Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) & Global Culinary Challenge

Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) & Global Culinary Challenge: A premier food and hospitality gathering in the Maldives since 2013 by Dhivehi Expo Services, and endorsed by the Chefs Guild of Maldives and WorldChefs. The Global Culinary Challenge is an anticipated event by the culinary industry of the Maldives, as it is a platform for chefs to display their talent. In addition to the Culinary Challenge, a Barista and Mocktail Challenge has also been added to the FHAM proceedings.

02

Hotel Asia Exhibition & International Culinary Challenge

A premier hospitality and culinary display in the Maldives since the year 2000. This international hospitality extravaganza is organize by Maldives Exhibition & Conference Services (MECS), and endorsed by the Chefs Guild of Maldives and WorldChefs. This event witnesses astounding participation by local and international hospitality and culinary professionals every year.

03

International Challenges

We regularly participate in regional and international culinary competitions organized by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WorldChefs), World Platform of Islamic Countries Culinary Societies (WICS), and other WorldChefs-endorsed culinary associations.
We are also proud to participate in exclusive, invitation-only competitions.

Recipes

The best collection from our Esteemed Chefs


We are dedicated to bring you the best of Our Chefs

Kashi Keyo Foa (Screwpine Fruit, Coconut, Rice Flour, Jasmine Water)

Foa is an occasional dish prepared in the northern part of the Maldives. The main ingredient is ...

Ishag Solih

Executive Chef, Royal Island Resort & Spa

A Marriage Between Italy and Maldives (Grilled job fish | Arborio | Turmeric | Coconut | kulhafila)

"I have always been fond of making risottos and the reason is quite simple as it requires skills and ...

Mohamed Adil

Executive Chef

Maldivian Yellow Fin Tuna in Fine Dining Way (Yellow fin Tuna ,Togarashi marination, Lemongrass. Watermelon and Salmon Caviar)

Experience the taste of Yellowfin Tuna made in fine dining style! The simple yet flavorful dish is ...

Ibrahim Nathif

Executive Sous Chef

Ranna Maari (Mixed Seafood, Maldivian Chilli, Curry Paste, Coconut Milk)

"Back in the days, the name RANNA MAARI was the name of a sea monster that would come from the ocean ...

Mohamed Adam (Mode)

CEO & Director of Culinary, The Chef Mode Badhige, Hulhumale

Masburi - Tuna Steak (Tuna Steak, Curry Paste, Yellow Curry Sauce)

Different types of tuna have different qualities and culinary uses. Pictured in our recipe is ...

Mohamed Shujau (Med)

Chef De Cuisine (Head Chef), Kahlu Odi Restaurant, The Marina at CROSSROADS Maldives

Executive Committee Members

Get to know our Executive Committee Members

Ms. Mariyam Noordeen

President

Chef Ishaq Solih

Vice President

Chef Fathimath Umar

Secretary General

Chef Mariyam Shiuna

Treasurer

Chef Abdulla Sobah

Member

Chef Joodhy Khalid

Member

Chef Mariyam Shaazy

Member

Chef Ibrahim Zuhair

Member

Chef Ahmed Samaan Abdulla

Member