Global Culinary Summit 2026

This one-day event is designed to bring together chefs, food experts, industry leaders, and restaurateurs to discuss global culinary trends and innovation, with a specific focus on elevating Mindanao’s culinary scene.

Happening on April 16, 2026 at Sta. Lucia Mall Davao Convention Center in Carlos P. Garcia Highway, Communal Road, Buhangin, Davao City.

Among the expected speakers and guests are:
Chef James Antolin: Executive Chef, Founder of Ikomai, and former President of LTB Chefs Association of the Philippines.
Chef Miguel “Miggy” C. Moreno: Southern Mindanaoan Cuisine Advocate.
Chef Abram Emmanuel Peralta: Award-winning chef and brand ambassador.
Chef Hannah Granado: Pastry chef known for unique Mindanaoan creations.
Chef Wilma Doesnt: Owner of Chicks ni Otits
Chef Jeramie Go: Grateful Bread, Bairrada Churrasquierria and Pilgrim Restaurant.
Chef Salome San Jose: Salome’s Garden and Chippens
Guests of Honor: Representatives from CHED RO XI, DOT XI, and TESDA XI are scheduled to attend