The 21st International Istanbul Gastronomy Days, organized by the Turkish Chefs and Cooks Federation (TAŞFED), took place from December 18-21, 2024, at the Şile Cultural Center. This prestigious event brought together 1,700 participants from 30 countries and 90 internationally renowned jury members. Competitors showcased their skills across 70 diverse categories, highlighting the best of the culinary world.  

Representing Northern Cyprus as the only university participant, the Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Department of Final International University proudly took part in this significant competition. Our students achieved remarkable success, winning a total of 3 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze medals.  

Awards in the University Category:

• Yusuf Rıdvanoğulları – Fish Plate: Gold Medal   
• Ziya Şah – Pasta Plate: Gold Medal  
• Görkem Erişti – Dessert Plate: Gold Medal   
• Soner Özyalçın – Pasta Plate: Silver Medal  
• Barış Karataş – Main Course Plate: Bronze Medal 
• Ziya Şah, Görkem Erişti, Yusuf Rıdvanoğulları – Team Competition: 3 Bronze Medals 

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to our esteemed gastronomy instructors, Kemal Ferit, Dervişe Demir, and Selim Yeşilpınar, who guided and prepared our students for this competition.  

As Final International University, we are immensely proud of our students' achievements, congratulate them on their success, and wish them continued excellence in future competitions!