Chef Sherril Lyn Chua won the bronze medal in both the U.S. Pork Category and Pasta Category of the Philippine Culinary Cup last August 1 to 4, 2018. Chef Sherril’s entry for the U.S. Pork Category was Pistachio-Crusted Pork Loin with Porcini-Mango Demi-Glace while the Pasta Category was All-Veggie Spaghetti Bolognese topped with Watercress Salad.

The Philippine Culinary Cup (PCC) is the most prestigious international competition held by the LTB Chefs Association of the Philippines, the Pastry Alliance of the Philippines and the PEPTarsus Corp. The competition is divided into three major categories: K– Savory Category, P-Pastry Category, and B-Beverage Category. It is endorsed by the World Association of Chef Societies.

Chef Sherril bested the other culinary experts who represented different local and international hotels, restaurants, caterers, resorts, and universities-- among which are Okada Manila, F1 Hotel, Sofitel Philippine Plaza, Marriott Hotel, Hyatt – City of Dreams, Unilever Food Solutions, Diamond Hotel, Global Academy for Culinary Arts, ISCHAM, and LPU Laguna.  Representatives from  South Korea, China, and Hong also participated in this competition.

CKS College 4th Year HRM Student, Harris So, also competeed in the Creative Breakfast Category. He was the only student who competed against the other professionals in this category. His entry was Yellow Rice served with Salmon Dill with Mango-Lime Salsa.