Unilever Food Solutions Philippines hails its
first-ever Real Chefs
Best tasting dishes innovated using Lady’s
Choice Mayonnaise take the spotlight
at the
Real Chef Challenge Grand Finale
After a three-month search for the best
tasting dishes innovated using mayonnaise, Unilever Food Solutions (UFS)
Philippines hails today the first ever winners of the Lady’s Choice Real Chef
Challenge—a first of its kind culinary competition that challenges cooks and
chefs across the Philippines to test their culinary acumen by revolutionizing
dishes with the use of Lady’s Choice Real Mayonnaise. The culinary experts with
the most irresistible Salad & Sandwich Combo and the most exquisite tasting
Hot Dish win the crown.
“Last July 2015, we have announced a
first-of-its kind culinary competition that opened opportunities for chefs and
cooks all over the Philippines to showcase their kitchen prowess through the Lady’s
Choice Real Chef Challenge,” said Nicki David, Channel Activation Manager at
Unilever Food Solutions. “We are very pleased with the recipe entries we have
received, which truly show the ingenuity of the Filipino culinarian.”
After the rigid scrutiny of the panel of
judges, which included celebrity chef and executive chef of Chef Logro’s
Institute of Culinary and Kitchen Services or CLICKS, Chef Pablo “Boy” Logro,
owner and kitchen geek of Pino Kitchen Studio and Backyard MNL, Chef Edward
Bugia, and UFS Senior Sous Chef, Chef Brando Santos, 25 interesting mayo
innovations submitted from across the country have stood out.
In a grand taste testing event held at
Glorietta 3 Activity Center, the top 25 chef finalists prepared and served their
dishes before the chef judges and the public to determine the dishes from the
Salad & Sandwich Combo and the Hot Dish categories. Both categories were
judged based on taste and concept, presentation, and how the use of Lady’s
Choice Real Mayonnaise elevated the texture and taste of the dishes.
“The top 25 mayo innovations that have made
it to the finals prove that with the use of Lady’s Choice Real Mayonnaise,
there are just so many recipes you can create and the possibilities to food
innovations become endless,” said Chef Joanne Limoanco-Gendrano, Executive Chef
at Unilever Food Solutions. Lady’s Choice Real Mayonnaise is made of real
ingredients that help enhance the flavor of dishes, making them richer. Its
creamy texture and taste definitely add a distinct flavor that elevates the
taste of dishes.
Aside from showcasing various recipes that
are made interesting with the use of mayonnaise, Lady’s Choice Real Chef
Challenge also became a venue for the chefs and cooks to bring out their
amazing talents and expertise in running their food establishments that are
often not seen by the diners.
“At Unilever Food Solutions, the maker of
Lady’s Choice, Knorr, and Lipton, we believe and support the one true mission
of every Filipino chef and cook—to delight their customers with exquisite
dishes,” said Colin Butler, Managing Director of UFS Philippines. “As such, we
strive to help them develop their craft through the products and services we
carry so they can continue to deliver a remarkable dining experience for their
costumers. This competition is one of those milestones we’d like to share with
them to showcase their amazing talents and creativity.”
Two winners of Real Chef Challenge brought home
P100,000 each and an exclusive TV feature of their establishment and the
winning dish. More than this, they also brought home the title of being hailed
as the first-ever winners of the Lady’s Choice Real Chef Challenge.
Unilever Food Solutions – Who We Are
At Unilever Food Solutions, we help food
operators all over the world serve tasty, wholesome meals that keep guests
coming back for more.
We create ingredients that save precious prep
time in the kitchen, without compromising on flavour or flair. And
constantly provide ideas and inspiration that keep your menu fresh and
exciting. Our ingredients are some of the staples of professional kitchens in 74
countries around the world: Knorr, Lady’s Choice, Best Foods, Lipton and more.
We’ve been in food since the 1880s. We’re
chefs ourselves. So we understand that critical balance between impressing your
guests and making a profit. And how to keep your menus and recipes fresh and
exciting, as times and tastes change.
For more information on Unilever Food
Solutions, please visit: www.ufs.com.
TOP 12 FINALISTS FOR SALAD & SANDWICH
COMBO
Richard Albios
Sisig Burger & Kajun Kamote
La Corona Music Pod
Luzon
Demerlito Tulaylay
Bulgogi Steak Sandwich and Kim Caesar Salad
Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila
GMA
Aloysius Mark Abad
Tapa BLT on Mayonnaise Ciabatta Bread
Baring Coffee Shop
GMA
Bryan Gorgona
Kufta Chicken Sandwich
Crown Regency
Visayas
Michael Quilantang
Karate Chop and Japs
Victoria Court
Luzon
Jose Nestor Guevarra II
Tonkapay Hawaiian Fried Clubhouse Sandwich
Lola Ebeng’s Kulinarya Sabaw at Prito
GMA
Junie Lan (representative for Benjie Gaviola)
Heart of Palm with Salted Egg Salad and
Smoked Daing na Bangus Flakes Fajitas
Limketkai Luxe Hotel
Mindanao
Rodolfo Rodriguez
Shrimp Sandwich and Caesar Tofu Salad
Boracay Heaven
Visayas
Dennis Glorioso
Fresh Sisig Salad Roll
Food Blogger
GMA
Khristina Davette Lim
Pork Tonkatsu Apple Salad Sandwich in Lady’s
Choice Apple Mayo Dressing
Fujinoya Philippines
Visayas
Timothy John Torres
Pulled Pork Sisig Sandwich and Japanese
Autumn Salad
The Academy of International Culinary Arts
Visayas
Marlou Almasco
Squid Cutlet in Mayonnaise, Coconut Cream, Tomato
and Onion Sauce
Golden Prince Hotel and Suites
Visayas
TOP 13 FINALISTS FOR HOT DISH
Brian Lance Bersonda
Boneless Cebu Lechon Pork Knuckle, Banana
Blossom Stuffing, Shallot-Aioli Macaroni
City Sports Club Cebu
Visayas
Robert Puda Jr.
Prawns in Mayo Alavar Sauce
Café Arquiza
GMA
Christian Lenard Lachenal
3-way Mayo Roasted Boneless Euro Stuffed Chicken
Phiansam’s Catering Services
GMA
Camille Dugeno
The Juicy Lucy's Makeover
Purichay’s Chicken Inasal
GMA
Jory Teopez
Roasted Tournedos of Beef Fillet in
Mayo-Bearnaise Sauce with Fine Herbs
Boracay Regency Beach Resot and Spa
Visayas
Raymund Gelito
Slow-poached King Prawns in Coconut
Mayonnaise Milk Infused with Santan Curd
Henann Garden Resort
Visayas
Conrado Aranas Jr.
Gratinated Chicken Ala King in Crusty Potato Nest
in Mayo-Cheese Vanilla Compound
Henan Lagoon Resort
Visayas
Ramon Ban-ay
Seafood Trio Mousse
SoHotel
GMA
Lorenzo Castillo
Southern Comfort
West Narra Café
Luzon
Eduardo Moreno
Crispy Crab Stick with Taba ng Talangka Dip
Jollibee Food Group
GMA
Angelito Francisco
Lady's Choice Herbs Omurice with Pork
Schnitzel in Oatmeal
Any-haw Litson Manok
Luzon
Rey Allan Reta
Baked Prawns & Fruit Mayonnaise with
Atchara and Salted Egg on top
Quest Hotel
Visayas
Bong Ronquillo
Roasted Pork Belly with Spicy Laing Filling
Hotel La Corona De Lipa
GMA
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