Akij Tableware launches Art of Plating: Season 2 with BDT 20 lakh prize pool
Following the overwhelming success and audience acclaim of its first season, Akij Tableware announced the return of Bangladesh's first-ever food plating reality show, Akij Tableware Art of Plating, with the launch of its second season. The competition aims to discover the nation's most talented food plating artist, with the winner taking home a grand prize of BDT 10 lakh.
In addition to the grand prize, the first runner-up will receive BDT 5 lakh, while the second runner-up will be awarded BDT 3 lakh. The top 30 contestants will also be honored with a variety of prizes, including crests, certificates, culinary courses, and exclusive dinner sets from Akij Tableware, culminating in a total prize pool of BDT 20 lakh.
Chief Operating Officer of AkijBashir Group, Md. Khorshed Alam, commented, "After receiving an enthusiastic response in season one, we have expanded this season to encompass a broader audience, uniting plating artists from all corners of Bangladesh. Our goal is to present the unique culture and storytelling embedded in food plating art to the world and enrich this creative field."
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The highly anticipated reality show will be broadcast on NTV, Channel i, and Deepto Television, with availability on the popular OTT platform Chorki. Participants are required to submit photos of their best food plating through the official website. From there, experienced and renowned chefs will select the top 30 contestants based on their creativity and skills, providing them with the opportunity to showcase their talents on national television.
At a press conference held on Tuesday, 4 February 2025, at a renowned hotel in the country, the chief judge of the show, Chef Daniel C. Gomez, along with Head of Marketing of AkijBashir Group Md. Shahriar Zaman and Chief Operating Officer Md. Khorshed Alam, shared insights into the upcoming season. They underscored its mission to celebrate food plating as an art form and provide a platform for local talent to shine on a national stage.
Interested individuals can register for the competition by visiting https://www.aop.com.bd/ and submitting their entries to participate in this prestigious reality show.
