Chef’s Secrets 2026: A Practical Culinary Forum for Young Talents and Professionals in Stara Zagora
On January 31 and February 1, 2026, the Cultural Center “Stara Zagora” will once again host the National Culinary Forum “Evolution of Taste”, part of the Chef’s Secrets platform. The event is designed for young chefs, culinary students, and professionals who want to develop their skills through practical demonstrations and expert-led sessions.
The forum is open-access with free entry, making it accessible to anyone interested in modern culinary techniques.
What is the Forum About?
Chef’s Secrets is a practical, demonstration‑based format that combines:
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live cooking demonstrations
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hands‑on techniques
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presentations by professional chefs
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inspiring sessions for young talents
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knowledge exchange between participants and lecturers
The 2025 edition attracted a “full house” and was described as an event that “inspires the next generation of young culinary talents.”
Partners and Organizers
METRO Bulgaria
A key partner of the forum. METRO and METRO Academy are leading supporters of the event.
Municipality of Stara Zagora
The institutional host, supporting the forum as part of its program for developing tourism and the local culinary scene.
Pastry Academy Bulgaria
A partner focused on pastry arts and the training of young professionals.
Tirol PROFESSIONAL
A leading participant. Our role is to support practical training by providing professional equipment that enables young chefs to work confidently and efficiently.
What Can Visitors Expect?
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demonstrations of modern culinary techniques
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practical advice from professional chefs
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hands‑on work with professional equipment
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inspiration for young culinary talents
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opportunities to meet representatives of METRO, Pastry Academy, and Tirol PROFESSIONAL
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access to real examples from professional kitchen environments
The forum is ideal for culinary school students, university students, young chefs, and anyone looking to advance their skills.
Why Is Tirol PROFESSIONAL Participating?
Because we believe in:
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developing young professionals
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practical, hands‑on learning
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making modern equipment accessible
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supporting the HoReCa community
Our equipment is designed to help chefs learn, experiment, and grow in their profession.
Program Coming Soon
The organizers will publish the detailed program and list of lecturers in the coming days. This article will be updated as soon as the official information is released.
Final Note
Chef’s Secrets 2026 is a place where young culinary talents take their first confident steps into the professional kitchen. For us at Tirol PROFESSIONAL, it is an honor to support this journey — to empower learning, inspire growth, and provide the equipment that future chefs rely on. We look forward to seeing you in Stara Zagora to share knowledge, practice, and passion for the culinary arts.
