On 12 and 13 May twenty-one talented young chefs from all corners of the world will showcase their culinary skills and creativity in Milan at the prestigious S.Pellegrino Young Chef 2018 award. In the meantime, for the first time ever, foodies worldwide will have the opportunity to interact with this exciting talent search by handing over their very own award.

The 2016 S. Pellegrino Young Chef of the Year. Photo supplied.

Through Fine Dining Lovers , considered one of the most credible digital magazines of the food industry, you’ll get the chance to have your say and assign a deserving chef the brand new Fine Dining Lovers People’s Choice Award. Separate to the result of the Grand Jury’s vote, this award allows you to share in the experience and have your say. Go to the Fine Dining Lovers website to show support for the South African finalist. Each vote can be shared on social media so your friends can vote too.

That’s not the only new change. This year, for the first time, food lovers will have the opportunity to live, breathe and share all the highlights of this international competition. The cooking sessions and the award ceremony will be live-streamed across the globe on the Fine Dining Lovers website and Facebook page, and the S.Pellegrino website and Facebook page.

With this award, Fine Dining Lovers continues its mission of being the voice of the global gastronomy community, a source of inspiration, showcasing trends and innovations, and upholding creativity and passion.

Follow the hashtag #SPYoungChef so you’ll never miss an update on the event.