Summer Island Maldives Chefs Shine at FHAM 2025

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Summer Island Maldives is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our talented culinary team at the recently concluded Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) Global Culinary Challenge and Exhibition 2025. Held from 7th to 9th September, this prestigious event is the Maldives' leading international hospitality trade fair, bringing together culinary professionals, resort operators, and hospitality enthusiasts from across the region. More than a showcase, FHAM plays a vital role in strengthening the Maldives' vibrant hospitality industry while also creating invaluable connections with South Asia's wider culinary community. This year, our chefs demonstrated their creativity, passion, and skill on the competition stage, earning recognition among some of the best talents in the region. Their dedication reflects not only individual excellence but also Summer Island Maldives' commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

Here’s a look at the awards our team brought home:

Silver Medals:

D. Kamrul Hasan – Hot Cooking (White Fish Fillet)
Mohamed Faneez – Maldivian Main Course
Thobeas – Hot Cooking (Beef)

Bronze Medals:

W. Saman Jayantha Withana – Dress the Cake
Akash – Hot or Cold Appetiser

Merit Certificates:

Vinod Singh – Hot Cooking (Poultry)
Dinesh Madushanka & M. D. Kamrul Hasan – Hot Cooking (Beef)
Sajith Dhasan, Aswin Mohan Dhas & I Gede Adi Mas Permana – Mocktail
Sharmila Limbu – Lavazza Coffee

These achievements are a testament to the talent and hard work of our culinary team, who bring the same artistry and passion to every dish they create at Summer Island Maldives. From beautifully plated appetisers to authentic Maldivian specialities, their expertise continues to delight guests and uphold the resort’s reputation as a destination of barefoot bliss with exceptional dining.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our winning chefs and look forward to many more culinary triumphs in the future.