Scholarship Categories
- At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy and Johnson & Wales University Culinary Scholarship
- Bodegas Torres Wine Scholarship
- Paul Jaboulet Ainé & Chateau La Lagune Scholarship
- Acqua Panna Hospitality Scholarship
- Cantina Marabino Sicily Wine Scholarship
- Valrhona Pâtisserie Scholarship
At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy and Johnson & Wales University Culinary Scholarship
The Scholar will have the opportunity to attend a culinary course / apprenticeship at Johnson & Wales University. The course will cover essential topics such as product origins, various cooking and presentation techniques.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on culinary subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to Phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to prepare two dishes (one appetizer and one main course) in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | Culinary course / apprenticeship at Johnson & Wales University, USA. Return air-tickets and accommodation |
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Finalists
- Delon Tuan Shunbao, Hilton Singapore
- Faeeqah Ibrahim, Al Forno East Coast
- Tan XueLing Crystal, The Villa Bali (Robert Great Batch)
- Terence Chuah Wei Wen ( Award Recipient )
- William Chandra Tjong, Capella Singapore
TopBodegas Torres Wine Scholarship
The scholar will have the opportunity to visit the renowned Bodegas Torres winery in Spain to learn about the intricacies of winemaking. The programme will cover topics such as viticulture, yeast study, fermentation, quality control, sensorial analysis, and ageing in oak barrels.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on wine subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to Phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to go through a session of blind tasting and wine service in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | A one-week apprenticeship at Bodegas Torres Winery, Spain. Return air-tickets and accommodation. | |
Finalists
- Gerald Lu, IndoChine Restaurant Madame Butterfly ( Award Recipient )
- Irwin Tan Kiang Boon, Les Amis
- Mohamed Anil s/o Rahim Karmoo, The Scarlet Hotel
- Mohamed Fazil, Brasserie WOLF
- Saurab Basnet, Forlino Pte Ltd
Paul Jaboulet Ainé & Chateau La Lagune Scholarship
The Scholar will have the opportunity to visit the wineries of La Lagune and Paul Jaboulet to learn about the terroir, vineyards and participate in the harvest. Programme topics will also include exploring Hermitage and understanding the making of La Chapelle and La Lagune.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on wine subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to Phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to go through a session of blind tasting and wine service in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | A one-week apprenticehip at the wineries of Paul Jaboulet Ainé and Chateau La Lagune, France. Return air-tickets and accommodation |
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Finalists
- Gerald Lu, IndoChine Restaurant Madame Butterfly
- Irwin Tan Kiang Boon, Les Amis ( Award Recipient )
- Mohamed Anil s/o Rahim Karmoo, The Scarlet Hotel
- Mohamed Fazil, Brasserie WOLF
- Saurab Basnet, Forlino Pte Ltd
Acqua Panna Hospitality Scholarship
The scholar will have the opportunity to visit the Frescobaldi wine estate, Villa Panna to gain insightful knowledge on Acqua Panna and attend a course/apprenticeship at ALMA La Scuola Internationale di Cucina Italiana.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on hospitality/service subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to go through a full service operation in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | An apprenticeship in ALMA Visit to Villa Panna (source of Acqua Panna) Visit to a wine estate (Frescobaldi) Return air-tickets and accommodation |
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Finalists
- Jennifer Chin Yi Ying, Tourism Academy at Sentosa
- Jenny Maria Berglund, IndoChine Bars & Restaurant Pte Ltd
- Liu Ting Jia, Tourism Academy at Sentosa ( Award Recipient )
- Kannan Subramaniam, The Scarlet Hotel
- Steven Ong, Tourism Academy at Sentosa
Cantina Marabino Sicily Wine Scholarship
The scholar will have the opportunity to visit the renowned Cantina Marabino Sicily winery in Italy to learn about the intricacies of winemaking. The programme will cover topics such as viticulture, yeast study, fermentation, quality control, sensorial analysis, and ageing in oak barrels.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on wine subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to go through a session of blind tasting and wine service in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | A apprenticeship at Cantina Marabino Sicily Return air-tickets and accommodation |
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Finalists
- Gerald Lu, IndoChine Restaurant Madame Butterfly
- Irwin Tan Kiang Boon, Les Amis
- Mohamed Anil s/o Rahim Karmoo, The Scarlet Hotel
- Mohamed Fazil, Brasserie WOLF ( Award Recipient )
- Saurab Basnet, Forlino Pte Ltd
Valrhona Pâtisserie Scholarship
The scholar will have the opportunity to attend Valrhona's Ecole du Grand Chocolat, France. The course will cover various aspects of chocolate making and pastry, focusing on the techniques and creations.
Assessment Process:
| Phase 1 | All applicants will be required to undertake a written assessment on chocolate and pastry subjects on 9 January 2010. Five candidates with the highest scores will be selected to move on to phase 2 and 3. | |
| Phase 2 | Candidates are required to prepare two desserts (including a compulsory chocolate-based dessert) in a simulated restaurant environment on 27 February 2010. | |
| Phase 3 | An interview session will be conducted by industry experts on 27 February 2010 to assess each candidate’s suitability in terms of personality and ambassadorship. | |
| The Scholar will receive: | A course/apprenticeship in Valrhona's Ecole du Grand Chocolat, France Return air-tickets and accommodation |
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Finalists
- Chan Bao Yu, The Ritz-Calrton Millenia Singapore
- Balan Sundragie, Singapore Airport Terminal
- Irene Chua Sin Ling, Blue Magnolia
- Joseph Tan Wei Jun, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
- Terry Goh Jin Zhong, Singapore Airport Terminal ( Award Recipient )
