Bringing Home Multiple Medals at La Cuisine 2026: Akademi Sages Students Showcase World-Class Culinary Excellence

Tangerang, November 2026 – Akademi Sages students have once again achieved an outstanding accomplishment on the international stage through their participation in the La Cuisine Culinary Competition 2026. Held from November 4–7, 2026, at the Nusantara International Convention Exhibition (NICE), PIK 2, Tangerang, Banten, the competition was part of Krista Interfood, a major food and beverage industry exhibition. La Cuisine Culinary Competition brings together culinary talents from diverse backgrounds, ranging from professional chefs representing the hospitality and restaurant industries to students specializing in hospitality and culinary arts. The competition provides a valuable platform for participants to demonstrate their expertise, creativity, innovation, and technical skills in preparing and presenting dishes that meet professional culinary standards. This year, Akademi Sages proudly sent 12 students to compete across various categories. Their achievements were truly remarkable, as every student representing Akademi Sages received an award, including Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals, as well as Diplomas. These accomplishments reflect the students' competence, dedication, and commitment to continuously developing their culinary expertise.

Gold Medal and Highest Score for an Outstanding Beef Main Course

One of the competition's most notable achievements was earned by Farrell Aurelio T., who secured both a Gold Medal and the Highest Score award in the Beef Main Course category. For his competition entry, Farrell presented an exceptional beef steak creation, demonstrating distinctive flavors and refined culinary techniques. He also prepared a second protein component using the farce technique, complemented by a signature seasoning blend developed through his own creativity and culinary exploration. The combination of technical precision, distinctive flavors, and excellent presentation earned him the highest recognition in his category, marking an outstanding achievement for Akademi Sages.

Silver Medals Across Multiple Culinary Categories

The achievements of Akademi Sages students continued with several Silver Medals across different competition categories. In the Jajan Pasar category, Silver Medals were awarded to the team of Farrell and Patricia Christie Wen, as well as Aurelia Sharon in the individual category. Their creations highlighted the richness of Indonesia's traditional culinary heritage through unique and innovative flavor combinations, bringing a distinctive contemporary touch to traditional Indonesian market snacks. Another Silver Medal achievement came from Allia, who competed in the Ayam Bakar and Professional Seafood Pasta categories. Her accomplishments were the result of intensive preparation and consistent practice, enabling her to refine her skills and perform at her best throughout the competition. In addition to her Silver Medal achievements, Allia also secured a Bronze Medal in the Jajan Pasar category. Although the score difference separating her from a Silver Medal was relatively narrow, this experience became a source of motivation for her to continue practicing, experimenting, and developing new culinary innovations.

Dedication Beyond the Internship: Turning Hard Work into Medals

The same spirit of determination and dedication was demonstrated by Alexa and Adelia, fifth-semester students of Akademi Sages who are currently undertaking their internship programs in Jakarta. Despite their demanding internship schedules and professional responsibilities, both students remained committed to their competition preparations by dedicating their available time to intensive practice and training. The support provided by their respective internship workplaces also played an important role in helping them prepare for the competition. Their hard work ultimately paid off. Alexa secured a Bronze Medal in the Asia Laksa category, while Adelia earned a Bronze Medal in Modern Jajan Pasar. Together, they also achieved a Bronze Medal in the Team Western Plated Dessert category. Another Bronze Medal was awarded to Yosefin in the Seafood Main Course category. These achievements further strengthened Akademi Sages' impressive representation across various culinary disciplines.

Diploma Awards Recognize Students' Skills and Creativity

Beyond the medal-winning achievements, four Akademi Sages students also received Diploma Awards in different competition categories. The recipients were:

• Leony Mutia – Modern Jajan Pasar.

• Sony Hardy – Dress the Cake.

• Frederick – Seafood Main Course.

• Patricia Wen – Chiffon Cake.

These awards recognize the students' technical abilities, creativity, and the quality of their culinary creations in meeting professional competition standards.

Akademi Sages' Commitment to Nurturing Award-Winning Culinary Talents

Christian Krisna, the students' lecturer, mentor, and competition supervisor, expressed his pride in their outstanding achievements. He emphasized that these accomplishments were the result of the students' hard work, discipline, and determination to continuously improve their abilities while embracing the challenges of the professional culinary industry. He also expressed his hope that these achievements would inspire students to continue creating, exploring their potential, and introducing innovative ideas that contribute to the advancement of Indonesia's culinary industry.

The success of Akademi Sages' 12 students at the La Cuisine Culinary Competition 2026 represents more than just a series of competition victories. It reflects the institution's commitment to an educational approach that emphasizes hands-on learning, creativity, practical expertise, and professional industry readiness. Through these achievements, Akademi Sages continues to demonstrate its dedication to developing competent, creative, and innovative graduates who are ready to compete at both national and international levels.

From the training kitchen to the international competition stage, Akademi Sages students have proven that dedication, continuous learning, and the courage to innovate can lead to extraordinary achievements.