Penang, Malaysia

The culinary world is about to witness a culinary flare as Welbilt supports Chefonic Kitchen Equipment to present Convotherm combi-ovens and Merrychef high-speed ovens for the highly anticipated Battle of the Chefs competition. This culinary extravaganza will bring together chefs from across the region to showcase their skills, creativity, and passion for gastronomy. The event is scheduled to take place from 27-29 June 2024, at the SPICE Arena, Penang.

Organised by the Penang Chef’s Association, the 19th edition of Battle of the Chefs competition promises to be a feast for the senses, where culinary virtuosos will go head-to-head in a series of intense challenges to create delectable dishes that will tantalise taste buds and impress discerning palates.

State-of-the-art Equipment for Competitors

Competitors will have the opportunity to use Merrychef® conneX 12e high-speed oven, Convotherm® Maxx and Convotherm® Maxx Pro combi ovens to create their culinary masterpieces. Welbilt is proud to have a partner like Chefonic, as a trusted equipment partner of the Penang Chefs Association. These state-of-the-art ovens will empower contestants to elevate their culinary creations to new heights, enabling precise control and unparalleled versatility in cooking techniques.

"We are thrilled to support Chefonic at the Battle of the Chefs competition and delighted to have these top-of-the-line Convotherm combi ovens and Merrychef high-speed ovens at this competition," said Mr. William Fletcher, VP of Sales for the South East Asia and Australasia region at Welbilt. "As a company dedicated to innovation and culinary excellence, we are excited to see how these talented chefs will push the boundaries of creativity and showcase their incredible capabilities."

Audee Cheah, President of the Penang Chefs Association, commented, “We are excited to announce our partnership with Chefonic and Welbilt for the prestigious Battle of the Chefs 2024. Featuring the cutting-edge Convotherm combi oven and Merrychef high-speed oven, our competitors will harness the power of advanced culinary technology to elevate their creativity to new heights.”

With these state-of-the-art machines in play, we are setting a world-class standard for the Battle of the Chefs, promising an unparalleled culinary experience for all involved.

To read the full Press Release for our participation for Battle of the Chefs Penang 2024, please click here