The finalist representing the Asia region captivated the Grand Jury with a dish inspired by Indonesian tradition
S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy
S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition is the biggest talent search to find the best young chef in the world, supported by the world’s best chefs.
Ardy Ferguson wins SPYCA Competition 2024-25
THE 2024-25 COMPETITION SO FAR
Meet the Grand Jury
These seven world-renowned chefs will choose the winner at one of the biggest events in global gastronomy, the S.Pellegrino Young Academy Competition Grand Finale, held in Milan in late 2025, tasting the signature dishes of 15 young hopefuls in a final cook-off
Afuera Hay Más – A Young Chef’s Journey
In a life-changing encounter, Nelson Freitas, winner of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2022-23, meets Virgilio Martínez, chef of Central, ranked number one by The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2023. Follow the young chef's journey of personal and professional growth in Peru, from the vibrant streets of Lima to the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes, guided by his visionary mentor
