13-15 may
2026
Young Chefs International
named after Yunus Akhmetzyanov
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The International Tournament of Young Chefs
of Islamic Countries is an opportunity for young
talents to present themselves and get an invaluable
experience of international cooperation
with renowned and reputable chefs.
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ABOUT TOURNAMENT
The Tournament is different from other contests and competitions — each finalist is assigned a mentor from among renowned chefs to work out the details of the dish and give them tips on how to make the dish for the final as winning as possible.
To participate, you need to to submit an application with the presentation of a prepared set of three dishes (appetiser, main dish, dessert) using at least one local product that embodies the culture of the country represented. At the finals it is necessary to prepare the dish and present it to the international jury.

On the same day, each finalist, together with a team of chefs from Kazan restaurants, will prepare their dishes for the guests of the Forum to taste.


The full Tournament Regulations are available at the following link.
There are no losers in the Tournament, everyone gets a nomination, and the finalist who gets the maximum number of points from the jury wins the grand prize.
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advantages
Why you should participate in the Tournament
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A unique opportunity to showcase your talents, your own vision of culinary art, and receive quality feedback from reputable chefs.
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Career Prospects. The status of the finalist of the Tournament can become a bright spot on a CV and can be a decisive point in the rise in the career in the future. You can get exclusive contracts and offers from Sponsors who might spot you during the Tournament.
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Opportunity to present the culture and cuisine traditions of your country in a large-scale international format. Participation in the competition gives you an opportunity to establish mutually beneficial partnerships with colleagues from all over the world.
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Application stages
23 March - 5 April
Submitting an application online

6 - 16 April
Selection of finalists

17 April - 2 May
Finalisation of dishes by finalists with mentors

13 - 15 May
Offline Tournament in Kazan
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What awaits you?
Event programme
13 MAY
Arrivals in Kazan, check-in, registration and briefing for finalists and jury members
14 MAY
08:00 — 10:50 Tatarstan Junior Chefs Tournament

9:30−10:50 Presentation to the Judges' Panel

11:00−16:00 Opening Ceremony of the Tournament, tasting sessions for the guests of the KazanForum, workshops and entertainment program on the stage

14:30−15:30 Tatarstan Junior Chefs Tournament Awarding Ceremony

16:00 End of the competition day of the tournament
15 MAY
08:00−10:30 Competition of finalists

9:30−10:30 Presentation to the Judges' Panel

11:00−16:00 Opening Ceremony of the International Tournament, tasting sessions for the guests of the KazanForum, workshops and entertainment program on the stage

16:00 Award ceremony
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acquaintance
Jury members
back to the team
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Organisers
Government of the Republic of Tatarstan
15th International Economic Forum 'Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum'
ARIO
Association of Restaurateurs and Hoteliers of the Republic of Tatarstan
Academy of Youth Diplomacy
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