Café Menu Challenge

The Café Menu Challenge is the ultimate battleground where art meets innovation on a plate.

This unique event pits against each other, showcasing their expertise in crafting harmonious pairings. Witness exquisite coffees and delectable dishes come together in a symphony of flavour, highlighting the beautiful symbiotic relationship between coffee and cuisine. Don’t miss this chance to experience a culinary showdown unlike any other!

Key Information

  • Date: 22 October 2024

  • Venue: Singapore Expo, Hall 2

Registration is Open!

Registration closes on 30 September 2024 at 11:59 PM (GMT +8).

Rules & Regulations

This is a team-based competition, consisting of the following:
• 1 x Barista or Barista in Training
• 1 x Chef or Chef in Training

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

There will be a registration fee of SGD 150 per team.

Please note that this registration fee is non-refundable for any reason including application withdrawal or competition cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

CHAMPION – $1,200 SGD Cash Prize, Trophy and Certificate

1ST RUNNER-UP – $800 SGD Cash Prize, Trophy and Certificate

2ND RUNNER-UP – $400 SGD Cash Prize, Trophy and Certificate

FAQs

Registration closes on 30 September 2024 at 11:59 PM (GMT +8).

Each team will consist of:
• 1 x Barista or Barista in Training
• 1 x Chef or Chef in Training

Applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

You will be judged on the following items:
• Preparation and presentation of two (2) different Modern Restaurant Desserts in 90 minutes
• 3 x à la carte portions for each of the two (2) Modern Restaurant Desserts
• Artistic Bread Showpiece

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for in-depth details on each item.

Competitors are to use Medium Roast Coffee Beans sponsored by UCC Coffee.

One (1) Cimbali Coffee Machine (2 groups) will be provided for this competition. Other than the items provided, competitors are encouraged to bring all other accessories they require.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

Polar Mineral Water will be provided for this competition.

All competitors must be neatly dressed in working attire or their respective school uniforms.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

Singapore uses a standard voltage of 220-240V and plug types G and C.

1 x 13 A power will be provided in each competition kitchen.

Please ensure you bring the adapters required for your equipment.

Silver Sponsors

Official Coffee Beans

Official Espresso Machine

Bronze Sponsors

Official Aprons

Official Brewing Equipments

Head of Organising Committee

Supporting Organisation