Finland seeks to host the prestigious Bocuse d’Or culinary competition in Turku
Finland has announced that it is bidding for the hosting rights to the 2028 Bocuse d’Or Europe competition. This is one of the world’s most prestigious chef competitions, bringing together Europe's top chefs, food culture influencers, and international media.
According to the bid, the competition would be held in Turku. The city is known for its strong food culture and active event offerings. Hosting the event would bring a significant number of industry professionals to Turku and strengthen Finland's reputation as a high-quality culinary destination.
The Bocuse d’Or competition is known for its rigorous standards and creativity. The winners of the European qualifying competition continue their journey to the global final, which is traditionally held in Lyon, France. Finland has historically performed well in the competition, which makes a potential home event particularly significant.
Organizing the competition requires extensive cooperation between the city, the state, and food industry stakeholders. The decision regarding the 2028 host city will be made later as the application process progresses. If Finland is selected as the host, it would provide a significant boost to the Finnish restaurant industry and tourism.