Shaping Culinary Leaders: Katy Paola Rosario and Her Experience at the Basque Culinary Center
Katy Paola Rosario, a young woman brimming with passion and enthusiasm for cooking, has made her mark in the gastronomic world of San Sebastián, Spain. Her talent was recognized when she received a scholarship to the prestigious Basque Culinary Center, thanks to her extraordinary participation in the latest edition of Cocina Creativa. This project, driven in collaboration with the Instituto Nacional de Formación Técnico Profesional (INFOTEP), goes beyond traditional teaching and becomes a true catalyst of opportunities for Dominican youth. For five intense weeks, Katy dedicated herself to improve her culinary techniques, participating in a program that challenges and expands students' skill. Under the guidance of renowned chefs, Katy not only improved her skills but also acquired new techniques that prepare her to face the challenges of the competitive culinary world. Despite the program's intensity, Katy describes her experience as incredible. "I have learned that perseverance, resilience, discipline, and optimism can take us far. Thanks to the teachers who have taught me in this short time
Creative Cooking Diploma 2023
In the dynamic world of gastronomy, I am pleased to announce with great enthusiasm the arrival of the third edition of the Creative Cooking Diploma 2023, a project that goes beyond teaching and becomes a catalyst for opportunities for Dominican youth. This program, born as a vision to empower young enthusiasts of gastronomy, has become a platform to discover and nurture local talent. By supporting this diploma, my goal is to provide these young individuals not only with advanced culinary skills, but also to open doors to a future where their creativity can shine on the world gastronomic stage. The initiative to send the most outstanding student to the prestigious Basque Culinary Center in Spain continues, offering a unique experience that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. This year, as in previous editions, we seek to highlight innovation, passion, and a commitment to excellence in the kitchen. I hope that this diploma serves as a springboard to new horizons, new connections, and, above all, to the flourishing of Dominican talent on the international stage. By continuing to support initiatives like this, we contribute not only to the individual development of participants but also to the enrichment of the rich Dominican culinary heritage. Welcome to the