Next Generation Of Professionals

Kuwait Gastronomy & Culinary Arts The only platform dedicated to professionals investing in Kuwait’s F&B sector, including culinary arts and specialty coffee.

Kuwait Gastronomy & Culinary Arts (KGCA) is the first NGO in Kuwait dedicated to empowering chefs, restaurateurs, coffee professionals, cafés, roasteries, and investors through training, certifications, collaborative initiatives across the culinary and specialty coffee industry.

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Culinary workshop hosted by Kuwait Gastronomy
Culinary workshop hosted by Kuwait Gastronomy
Chefs collaborating in a test kitchen
Chefs collaborating in a test kitchen

About Us

K.G.C.A

Kuwait Gastronomy & Culinary Arts (KGCA) was established in 2025 by local chefs and food enthusiasts as an incubator platform for professionals investing in Kuwait’s F&B and specialty coffee sectors, including culinary arts and coffee.

Our aim is to elevate the culinary and specialty coffee industries to new heights by providing education, structured development, and a strong community network for chefs, restaurateurs, coffee professionals, and industry partners.

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What We Do

Main Initiatives

Designed to support chefs, students, and investors across Kuwait’s culinary landscape.

Culinary Workshops

Hands-on sessions led by professional chefs.

Educational Resources

Publications, research, and online content to support chefs, coffee professionals, and enthusiasts across the culinary and specialty coffee sectors.

Community Events

Food festivals, specialty coffee exhibitions, national and international competitions and championships, pop-ups, and public engagement across the culinary and specialty coffee sectors, involving chefs and coffee professionals.

Specialty Coffee Workshops

Hands-on sessions led by coffee professionals.

Collaborations

Partnering with local chefs, coffee professionals, businesses, and educational institutes.

Certification

Designing comprehensive training and certification frameworks for culinary and specialty coffee professionals across all levels of expertise.

Accreditation

Establishing accreditation systems for restaurants, cafés, and roasteries that demonstrate excellence and meet high industry standards across the culinary and specialty coffee sectors.

Our Culinary Board

MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Our board members are passionate professionals dedicated to advancing the culinary and specialty coffee sectors in Kuwait. They bring diverse expertise and industry experience to drive innovation, elevate standards, and support the growth of our community.

Their commitment to excellence is reflected in their continuous efforts to promote culinary and specialty coffee, create meaningful opportunities, and inspire the next generation of chefs and coffee professionals to thrive.

Chef Faisal Al Nashmi

Chef Faisal Al Nashmi

President - Chairman

Meshari AlYaqout

Meshari AlYaqout

CEO - Vice Chairman

Chef Khaled Al Baker

Chef Khaled Al Baker

Vice President - Partner

Jassim Al Abouh

Jassim Al Abouh

Board Secretary - Partner

Chef Sadiqa Ismael

Chef Sadiqa Ismael

Board Member - Partner

Chef Hanouf Al Balhan

Chef Hanouf Al Balhan

Board Member - Partner

Chef Ziad Al Obaid

Chef Ziad Al Obaid

Board Member - Partner

Chef Alyazi Al Awadh

Chef Alyazi Al Awadh

Board Member - Partner

Culinary & Specialty Coffee Membership

Join Kuwait’s Premier Culinary & Specialty Coffee Community

Whether you’re a chef, restaurateur, coffee professional, F&B professional, or enthusiast, membership opens the door to training, certification, events, and a network that elevates your craft.

Starting from 50 KD

  • Exclusive culinary & specialty coffee workshops and masterclasses
  • Training & certification pathways
  • Priority access to events, competitions, and residencies
  • Mentorship from industry leaders
  • Collaboration opportunities with chefs, coffee professionals, and businesses
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Kuwait Gastronomy culinary community

Contact Us

Let’s plan your next culinary & specialty coffee chapter

Share a little about your restaurant, café, roastery, idea, or collaboration, and a member of our team will be in touch to support your journey.

Phone +965 99743229

Email info@kuwaitgastronomy.com

Location Kuwait City, Kuwait