Hong Kong Vegetarian Charity Cooking Competition – 2nd Edition
Objective: Vegetarianism. Charity. Industry Connection
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To encourage restaurants in Hong Kong to develop and offer healthy and delicious vegetarian cuisine.
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After the deduction of event costs, the remaining funds will be donated to charitable organization (Public Nutrition Development Association Limited 91/14190).
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All industry professionals are welcome to attend
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Generous prize include:
Participants who entered the preliminary round will receive the exquisite souvenir
Finalists will receive a trophy and certificate, media interviews, and the exquisite souvenir
Organizer: Vegetarian Food Asia x Public Nutrition Development Association
Co-organizer: Hong Kong International Culinary Art Association
Important Dates
Phase 1: Online Judging
Application Date: 30 Nov 2025
Result Announcement: 5 Dec 2025
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Applicants are required to submit the online application form along with relevant content and photo. A registration fee of HK$500 for charitable purpose.
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12 - 15 participants will be selected for the preliminary round
Phase 2: Preliminary Round Selection
Date: 17 Dec 2025
Venue: G/F, 338 Shun Ning Road, Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong
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Participants will prepare their dishes on-site
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6-8 participants will be selected for the finals
Phase 3: The Finals
Date: 24 Jan 2026
Venue: HKCEC (at Vegetarian Food Aisa 2026)
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Participants will prepare two dishes on-site: One self-chosen dish and one designated dish.
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Awards will be presented for the top three positions: Champion, First Runner-Up, and Second Runner-Up.
Judging Panels & Guest
Head of Judge
Master Chef K. K. Chan
Founding Chairman, Hong Kong International Culinary Art Association
Ambassador and Judge
Mr. Ngo Ka Nin, Pierre
Celebrity and Host
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Master Chef Kitty Siu
Founding Chairman, Hong Kong China Women Chefs Association
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Master Chef Wan Tat Kong
Master of Chinese Food Culture
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Chef Hui Mei Tak
President, Kwan Sang Catering Professional Employees Association
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Mr Lee Ka Yui, James
Chairman, Association of Professional Personnel (Hotels, Food & Beverage)
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Dr. Fong Lai Ying, Vicki
Project Director, Hong Kong Food Innovation & Technology Hub
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Mr. Edwin Tsui
Consultant, The Association for Hong Kong Catering Services Management
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Mr. Leslie Chan
Registered Dietitian
