Kuala Lumpur, 2025 – The culinary team of Birkin International Hotel earned national recognition at the Food & Hospitality Malaysia (FHM) Competition 2025, held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Competing among some of the country’s most skilled professionals, the team achieved success across multiple categories.
Results:
· Chef Muhammad Alif Bin Azman – Bronze Medal, Classic Fruit and Vegetable Carving
· Chef Muhammad Haziq Bin Zulkifli – Bronze Medal, Artistic Showpiece
· Chef Nor’azan Bin Nordin – Bronze Medal, Artistic Showpiece
· Chef Noor Shobahiyah Binti Abu Bakar – Diploma Award, Malaysian Heritage Cuisine
· Chef Syed Zul Farizi Bin Syed Mohd Fadzil – Diploma Award, Meat/Poultry Main Course (Western Cuisine)
The accomplishments highlight both technical mastery and the creativity, discipline and resilience that define the kitchen at Birkin International Hotel. Each award represents years of training and collaboration, transforming skill into artistry and performance.
From intricate showpieces to heritage-inspired dishes and refined Western cuisine, the team demonstrated that culinary excellence draws strength from both innovation and tradition. Their achievements reaffirm Birkin International Hotel’s commitment to raising Malaysian hospitality and gastronomy standards on national and international stages.
As Malaysia prepares for Visit Malaysia Year 2026, Birkin International Hotel celebrates the dedication of its chefs, whose success reflects not only personal achievement but also the collective strength of the hotel’s culinary team.
