NUSTAR Resort Cebu’s culinary excellence takes the national spotlight
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The culinary team of NUSTAR Resort Cebu, the city’s landmark destination for exceptional experiences, earned five bronze medals at the Philippine Culinary Cup 2026.
Held from July 29 to Aug. 1 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, the Philippine Culinary Cup is the country’s premier and only WORLDCHEFS-accredited culinary competition. It was held alongside WOFEX, the Philippines’ largest food and hospitality trade show.
Led by NUSTAR Resort Cebu Executive Chef Martin Rebolledo Jr. with Executive Sous Chef Alvin Antonio, the 10-member team competed in pastry and savory categories.
In the pastry categories, Ma. Paulyne Orbuda earned a bronze medal for Chocolate Showpiece, while Eduardo Natividad Jr. secured a bronze medal for Bread Pastry Showpiece.
In the savory categories, Michael Navaja and Josevil Andales received a bronze medal for Amuse Bouche. Arran Paul Pascua and William Moran Jr. also earned a bronze medal for Canadian Pork and Beef. Meanwhile, Jesrael Rodriguez and Christian Clint Andrino received a bronze medal for Filipino Cuisine.
Completing NUSTAR’s 10-member delegation were Bruce Anthony Gamboa, who competed in the Wedding Cakes category, and Hyacinth Aliazon Inot, who joined Arran Paul Pascua and William Moran Jr. in the Dream Team category. Their entries also received formal recognition from the competition, adding to the team’s results in its first national competition.
The competition provided the team with an opportunity to represent NUSTAR Resort Cebu at the national level, benchmark their skills against industry standards, and receive recognition across different culinary categories.
The results support NUSTAR Resort Cebu’s continued focus on developing its culinary team and maintaining high standards across its dining outlets.
For more information about NUSTAR Resort Cebu, visit nustar.ph or call (032) 888 8282.
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Editor's Note: This article was provided by NUSTAR Resort Cebu.
