A few days ago, a chef competition involving youngsters from 80 participating secondary school was held at KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus. This time around, the Power Chef cooking competition is fiery, competitive and bold. Participants were put to the ultimate test when they are tested to cut, cook and cooperate with their partners! The competition started off early at 7am. All participants were up early to prepare for this Power Chef competition. From that, I can see how passionate and enthusiastic they are! *applause*
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Of course, the competition was judged by the all-star team of culinary experts at KDU as well as guest judges. A group of chef students were also present to provide help and monitor the contestants’ works. To name a few; Chef Razali, Chef Enzo, Chef Darren, Chef Kenneth, Representative from Chef Association of Malaysia, Chef Representative from Nestle, and Chef Representative from Beyond Culinary Chef.
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Each team consisted of two students who battled out against other teams from different schools in a series of culinary challenges. Top 12 schools were selected to head towards the final round of the competition and they were expected to produce a main dish, soup and dessert for 2 pax. The final round menu was Puree of Mixed Vegetable Soup, Pan-Roasted Stuffed Chicken Leg, accompanied with Potatoes and Vegetables, served with sauce and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Sauce. I know it sounds so tempting and delicious!!
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Besides testing their cooking skills, this competition serves to instill the teamwork spirit into the minds of young too!
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So from the 12 final teams, 5 teams were chosen as winners! Team Sugar and Spice from SMK Katholik walked home with the grand prize of RM 4,000 worth of travel voucher with a grand trophy, followed by Team Ruby from SMK USJ 4, walking away with RM 2,000 worth of travel voucher, and Team Le Merry Haijam Sri Aman from SMK (P) Sri Aman, walking away with RM 1,000 travel voucher. The 4th and 5th place went to Team Soft Paws of SMK Taman Sri Rampai and Team Stitch of SMK USJ 12, who both won RM 250 shopping vouchers. Yay congratulations to all the winners!
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All the preparations were set up early in the morning!
Of course, the competition was judged by the all-star team of culinary experts at KDU as well as guest judges. A group of chef students were also present to provide help and monitor the contestants’ works. To name a few; Chef Razali, Chef Enzo, Chef Darren, Chef Kenneth, Representative from Chef Association of Malaysia, Chef Representative from Nestle, and Chef Representative from Beyond Culinary Chef.
Representatives from various schools started their teamwork with high spirit and enthusiasm.
Power chef from KDU UC showing off his cooking skills. Students, have you learned something from him? ;)
Hooomaiiigosh! I'm drooling over these juicy meats already!
I love how the kitchen looks. Simple and CLEAN.
Besides testing their cooking skills, this competition serves to instill the teamwork spirit into the minds of young too! 
Woohoo! Time to stimulate your taste bud!
So from the 12 final teams, 5 teams were chosen as winners! Team Sugar and Spice from SMK Katholik walked home with the grand prize of RM 4,000 worth of travel voucher with a grand trophy, followed by Team Ruby from SMK USJ 4, walking away with RM 2,000 worth of travel voucher, and Team Le Merry Haijam Sri Aman from SMK (P) Sri Aman, walking away with RM 1,000 travel voucher. The 4th and 5th place went to Team Soft Paws of SMK Taman Sri Rampai and Team Stitch of SMK USJ 12, who both won RM 250 shopping vouchers. Yay congratulations to all the winners!
A group shot of all the participants. :)
Last but not least, congratulations to all the winners!!! All of them deserve it! :D
For those who are interested to further their tertiary education by taking up the Culinary courses, KDU College is definitely your choice. For more information on the programmes and activities happening in KDU University College PJ, call 03-77288123 / 03 7953 6688, email best@kdu.edu.my, or log on to their official website at www.kdu.edu.my.