The Emirates Culinary Guild (ECG) is the association of professional chefs of the UAE. It is a non-profit-making organisation, organised by volunteers dedicated solely to the advancement of culinary art in the UAE.  The aims of the ECG  are:

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• To encourage and inspire young chefs through training and competition.

• To enhance internationally the culinary prestige of the UAE.

• To encourage UAE nationals to consider a career within the hospitality industry.