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Welcome to the Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or competition! Follow us for regular updates here, Twitter and Instagram nestletoquedor

The Nestlé Professional Toque d’Or competition carries the most enviable reputation for inspiring and challenging catering students up and down the country. Toque d'Or is unique in that is it more than just a competition. It is the only event of its kind that helps students bridge the gap between the theories of the classroom and the reality of the Industry. Thousands of young chefs and waiters ha

ve participated in the competition over the years, be it attending one of the masterclasses in the Heats or competing in the now iconic Grand Finals. Toque d'Or continues to evolve and grow - 2016 saw further development through a partnership with PACE to provide even greater learning and skills development that is directly aligned to the curriculum. Toque d'Or is also recognised by both City of Guilds and the Savoy Educational Trust for its support and contribution to the Industry through education. Visit www.nestleprofessional.co.uk/toquedor to find out more.

21/07/2026

🌟 Day 3 in Copenhagen = one for the books! 🇩🇰✨

Our winners kicked off the day at Suba Knives , diving into the fascinating world of Japanese knife craftsmanship and putting their sharpening skills to the test 🔪

Next up, an inspiring visit to Bocuse d'Or Danmark, where they gained a behind-the-scenes look at the passion, dedication and precision it takes to compete at the very highest level of culinary excellence 👨‍🍳🏆

After all that inspiration, it was time to refuel at TorvehallerneKBH 🍽️ — Copenhagen’s iconic food market and a true foodie paradise.

The day ended with an evening at the magical Tivoli 🎡✨, complete with thrilling rides, beautiful gardens and plenty of unforgettable memories.

And, of course, no visit would be complete without tucking into the legendary burgers from GASOLINE GRILL 🍔🔥

From knife skills to world-class culinary inspiration, incredible food and a little adrenaline along the way, Day 3 was packed with experiences our winners won’t forget anytime soon 💫

09/07/2026

🇸🇪 Day 2 in Sweden was one to remember! ☕✨

From barista training at Zoégas to exploring the Museum of Disgusting Food 🤢 and enjoying traditional Swedish meatballs at Bulle 🍽️, our winners experienced the very best of Swedish culture, food and hospitality.

What a day! ❤️

12/02/2026

Get top tips on the back-of-house entry task from our Development Chef Paul Hawkins on our YouTube channel 🙌

Don’t forget, tomorrow is the last day you can submit your entry!

11/02/2026

Don't miss out on brilliant advice about the front-of-house entry task from our coffee experts, Emilia Flasjszer and Joanne Walsh, on our YouTube channel ☕️

Friday 13th is the last day you can submit your entry!

10/02/2026

FOH the time is approaching to submit your entry task!

You will need to create an iced drink using the NESCAFÉ Espresso Concentrate which has been sent to your college. This coffee should be inspired by the theme of the competition, which is embracing cultural fusion, diversity and innovation in the hospitality industry.

You will need to:

📸 Include a photo of your finished coffee creation, serve in a glass of your choice so the liquid can be seen.

📸 Include a photo of the ‘mise en place’ for your coffee, ensure all of the ingredients are shown.

✍️ Provide a written recipe sheet for your coffee creation with ingredients, weights and method.

🗒️ An article about yourself and your dish.

What are you waiting for? Make sure you submit before the 13th of February.

08/02/2026

BOH don’t forget to submit your entry task 🍽️

You will need to create a dish using fresh ingredients and at least 1 of the MAGGI® products sent to your college to elevate your dish.

This dish should be inspired by the competition theme, and you can choose whether or not to include an animal protein.

Please include in your entry:

📸 A photo of your finished dish on a plate.

📸 A photo of the ‘mise en place’ for your dish, making sure all of the ingredients are shown.

✍️ A written recipe sheet for your created dish with ingredients, weights and method.

🗒️ An article about yourself and your dish.

Learn more here: http://spr.ly/6182hGMCK

05/02/2026

Behind the scenes of filming for the front-of-house entry task 🎬

Don’t miss out, entries must be submitted by February 13th.

Visit our YouTube channel to learn more about the entry challenge: http://spr.ly/6188h8e8g

03/02/2026

The closing date of the Toque d’Or 2026 entry task is fast approaching! 📣

Don’t miss out! Be a part of one of the UK’s most prestigious hospitality competitions.

Explore our website to learn more: http://spr.ly/6189h8dAc

29/01/2026

Don’t forget to submit your entry task for the Toque d’Or 2026 competition! 📣

It is chance to showcase your skills and be in with a chance of going to the competition heats.

Learn about the entry requirements here: http://spr.ly/6180h8dOk

27/01/2026

Students; you can now submit your entry task for Toque d’Or 2026! 📣

Check out our YouTube videos for a full run down of the entry task in detail.

Don’t forget, we would also like you to submit a written article about you and your dish.

Please include the following:

📸 A photo of yourself with your dish.

🙌 Why you’re excited about taking part in Toque d’Or® 2026.

💭 The name of your dish, the inspiration behind it and how it would be described on a restaurant menu.

🍽️ Why you want to be part of the hospitality industry

Learn more: http://spr.ly/6182h6L7O

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