Akademi Sages brings East Javanese culinary heritage and Korean–Indonesian fusion innovation to three leading tourism institutions in Bali through guest lectures and cooking demonstrations.

Sages International celebrates its 20th anniversary at Taman K, Pandaan, honoring two decades of educational excellence, meaningful partnerships, and commitment to future generations.

Akademi Sages celebrated its 4th Graduation Ceremony at The Westin Hotel, honoring the Class of 2026 and their three-year journey of learning, skills development, and professional growth.

ACPI President Director Chef Rafael Triloko Basanto visited Akademi Sages to inspire students and explore collaboration opportunities in developing future culinary professionals.

Akademi Sages welcomed new students through SSO 2026, a five-day orientation program featuring educational sessions, career insights, health awareness, and hands-on entrepreneurship activities.

Akademi Sages showcased student-led culinary innovations—a tempe burger and a mangrove-based beverage at the Surabaya Research Festival, highlighting sustainability, local ingredients, and research-driven education.

Sages Academy earned an impressive 16 awards at the Bakat Boga Challenge during EASTFOOD Indonesia 2026, demonstrating excellence in culinary innovation, technical skills, and professional training.

Sages Academy and the Bali International Tourism Institute (IPBI) signed a strategic partnership to strengthen tourism education, collaborative research, and industry-ready human resource development in Indonesia.

Sages Group strengthens its international partnership with Medi Group, expanding global career opportunities for students in the hospitality industry through structured training and overseas placement programs.

Students delivered outstanding performances at the 13th Bali Salon Culinaire, earning multiple medals across culinary and pastry categories, showcasing excellence and global competitiveness.

Akademi Sages students earned international recognition at the Young Chef Grand Prix and FHA Dessert Challenge 2026 in Singapore, bringing home Silver and Bronze medals.

Sages Academy students achieved multiple awards at the 2nd Bakat Boga Challenge 2026 in Yogyakarta, showcasing excellence across traditional and modern culinary categories.

Sages Academy introduces a fine dining–style ayam bumbu rujak using local ingredients like corn as a rice substitute, supporting food diversification and national food security initiatives.

Akademi Sages students successfully organized a four-day large-scale Iftar Gathering, showcasing excellence in hospitality and culinary skills through industry-standard service and collaboration with PT Multi Farmindo.

Sages Academy welcomed Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland for a special culinary demonstration led by Chef Alexander Moredo. Students learned to prepare the classic Swiss dish Zürcher Geschnetzeltes while gaining insights into Switzerland’s rich culinary heritage.

HSCC 2026 in Pandaan encouraged high school students to showcase creativity and innovation in street food, with SMK Mater Amabilis winning first place and SMA Xaverius Bandar Lampung as runner-up.

Ahmad Ghulaam Asyrah achieved Third Place at the D’RAAS Equestrian Archery Final Challenge 2026, showcasing strong technical skill, focus, and discipline in the highly competitive Serial Shot Circular Track – Mix Class.

Gloria Senior High School students participated in a gingerbread house–making activity at Sages Academy Surabaya, fostering creativity, teamwork, and collaboration while strengthening educational partnerships through hands-on culinary learning.

Akademi Sages commemorated the 8th Tribute to Mrs. Manjo Kim, honoring the founder’s visionary spirit, compassion, and dedication that laid the foundation of the institution and continue to inspire its academic community.

The Student Executive Board of Akademi Sages organized a charity initiative in Surabaya and Sidoarjo by visiting orphanages, distributing basic necessities, and holding interactive cooking and educational activities to strengthen empathy, solidarity, and community engagement among students and children.

Pradita University held a Batavia-themed culinary competition that showcased students’ creativity in presenting authentic Betawi flavors using modern techniques. Two representatives from Akademi Sages, Patricia Christie and Ebbya Kamga, won a Gold Medal through their innovative dishes that preserved the authenticity of Betawi cuisine. The event serves as a concrete step in preserving Indonesia’s culinary heritage.

A total of 174 Culinary Arts students from UNESA joined a two-day hands-on training at Akademi Sages Pandaan. Guided by professional chefs, they explored industrial kitchen equipment, practiced cooking techniques, and learned kitchen management as part of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum.

Sages Academy participated in the Indonesia Higher Education Summit (KPPTI) 2025 at Universitas Negeri Surabaya, joining national higher education leaders to strengthen governance, innovation, and vocational excellence. Represented by Director Drs. Bawa Mulyono Hadi, M.M., Sages Academy contributed to discussions on improving competitiveness and advancing Indonesia’s education ecosystem toward Indonesia Emas 2045.

La Cuisine Competition returned at SIAL InterFOOD 2025, bringing together more than 1,000 participants from eight countries at JIExpo Kemayoran. The Academy of Sages proudly joined the event, earning outstanding achievements with gold and silver medals in multiple categories. This international platform highlights strong collaboration between education, industry, and entrepreneurs, strengthening Indonesia’s presence in the global culinary arena.