Litro Gas fuels culinary excellence at CAFE 2024

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Litro Gas Lanka continued its partnership with Chefs Guild Lanka (CGL) as a key sponsor of the 21st edition of the Culinary Art Food Expo 2024 (CAFE), which took place from 7 to 9 June at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre (SBMEC).

This event proved to be an international sensation showcasing the pinnacle of culinary artistry and innovation.

For the 21st consecutive year, Litro Gas Lanka, the largest importer and supplier of LP gas in Sri Lanka, was honoured to energise this grand culinary exhibition and trade show. Litro Gas was once again the official and exclusive LP gas partner, ensuring a seamless energy supply to all 75 live cooking stations.

CAFE 2024 featured a comprehensive showcase of food products and services, highlighting every aspect of culinary arts from food processing to consumption. The event is renowned for its culinary competitions, trade stalls, food festivals, cookery demonstrations, and cooking classes. Esteemed international food and beverage and hospitality brands converged to unveil groundbreaking products and services, making CAFE the ultimate platform for innovation in the hospitality industry.

Litro Gas Chairman Muditha Peiris said: “Reflecting on our journey, I am immensely proud of how far we have come. From the days of endless queues and gas shortages, we have transformed into a reliable provider that supports our core mandate – cooking. Our commitment to the culinary field, especially during the height of the crisis, never wavered. We continued to support the hotels and restaurants industry, which includes many members of CGL. It is gratifying to see Litro Gas in a position to engage with and support the masters in the culinary field, ensuring that their creative and innovative pursuits are fuelled without interruption.”

The event saw chefs from around the world competing in the exhilarating ‘Battle of Chefs’ under the watchful eyes of internationally renowned WACS-approved judges. The Tea, Coconut, and Spice Festival was also a highlight, showcasing Sri Lanka’s expertise in these signature products through innovative culinary creations and demonstrations. This included showcasing innovative mains like meat and poultry and creative bakery creations, indulging in coconut-based cakes and spice-infused desserts, and diving into the world of beverages with coconut arrack cocktail classes and gin-based concoctions.