Young Innovative Chefs

Young Innovative Chefs UB-SIHTM YIC

DEDICATED AND ASPIRING STUDENT CHEFS WITH YOUNG MINDS AND BOLD TASTE!

🦐🍶 BEST TRADITIONAL / MODERN REGIONAL INGREDIENT – BAGOONGGold Medal with Distinction“A celebration of bold Filipino fla...
16/10/2025

🦐🍶 BEST TRADITIONAL / MODERN REGIONAL INGREDIENT – BAGOONG
Gold Medal with Distinction
“A celebration of bold Filipino flavor — where tradition meets innovation.”

From the humble roots of local cuisine, this team elevated bagoong into a modern culinary masterpiece, honoring its rich history while showcasing the artistry of Filipino innovation. 💚🔥

Thessa Bero
Critzelle Ruth C. Kabigting
Juderick D. Bay-an
Zenan Rei F. Cabulay
Naomei D. Hugo
Deniel W. Antonio
Benjie A. Navarro
John Paul B. Bayan

Coach: Chef Carlo John M. Carpio

Your Young Innovative Chefs family celebrates your creativity, dedication, and passion for turning local ingredients into world-class inspiration! 🌿✨



HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing YIC Officers and Advisers! 🎉Your outstanding participation and excellence at the HRT...
16/10/2025

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing YIC Officers and Advisers! 🎉

Your outstanding participation and excellence at the HRT Week have brought incredible honor and pride to the entire Young Innovative Chefs (YIC) organization!

Your passion, professionalism, and creativity continue to inspire everyone — proving once again that YIC's don’t just lead, they excel with heart and innovation! 🌟👨‍🍳



🔥🍍PANGHIMAGAS - PINEAPPLE FLAMBÉ ✨Silver Medal Award, Bronze Medal Award, Diploma Award“Fire and finesse — igniting flav...
16/10/2025

🔥🍍PANGHIMAGAS - PINEAPPLE FLAMBÉ ✨
Silver Medal Award, Bronze Medal Award, Diploma Award
“Fire and finesse — igniting flavor with precision, flair, and confidence.”

A dazzling display of technique, control, and creativity, this team lit up the stage — turning flames into flavor and artistry into excellence. 🔥💫

Kim Kindipan – YIC 2nd Year PCA Representative
Russ Antonio
Lee Perez
Lionel Shuheb Khan
Lyle Dulnuan
Marius Rabang

Coach: Sir Mark Anthony Santos

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is proud of your fiery passion and precision that truly set the competition ablaze! 🔥💚



🌶🍋 BEST REGIONAL INGREDIENT – KILAWEN SA SUKANG ILOKO🍋🌶Gold Medal Award“Bold, bright, and proudly Ilocano — a celebratio...
16/10/2025

🌶🍋 BEST REGIONAL INGREDIENT – KILAWEN SA SUKANG ILOKO🍋🌶
Gold Medal Award
“Bold, bright, and proudly Ilocano — a celebration of flavor and tradition.”

This team brought the heat and heritage to the table with a dish that perfectly captures the vibrance of Ilocano cuisine. Through mastery and creativity, they transformed a regional classic into a modern expression of Filipino pride. 💚🔥

Andrei Dacayanan
Kristine Almojera
Nicko Filipe
Isabel Almoite
Debrielle Pascua
Jemaidan Gera Magday
Jamela Raganit Bambalan

Coach: Chef Klyde Mortel
Creatives: Jacob Munar

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is beyond proud of your dedication, artistry, and passion for honoring our rich regional flavors! 🌾✨



🌾🍚 BEST REGIONAL INGREDIENT / COASTAL HEIRLOOM RICE MEDLEY🍚🌾Gold Medal Award“Honoring heritage — celebrating the depth a...
16/10/2025

🌾🍚 BEST REGIONAL INGREDIENT / COASTAL HEIRLOOM RICE MEDLEY🍚🌾
Gold Medal Award
“Honoring heritage — celebrating the depth and diversity of our native grains.”

A tribute to our Filipino roots and regional pride, this team beautifully showcased the richness of our local rice varieties — turning tradition into a culinary masterpiece that honors both culture and craft. 💛🌿

Dina Fanitog
Melver Tiw-ac
Abegail Atayan
Gabriel Mendoza
Mei Ling Ip

Coach: Chef Sweet Eulynette Garcia
Creatives: Rajen Luke Albert

Your Young Innovative Chefs family celebrates your passion, artistry, and commitment to preserving Filipino culinary heritage! 💚✨



🌿🏛 LOBBY CENTERPIECE ✨2 Gold Medal Awards“A showcase of artistry and creativity — transforming the lobby into a visual m...
16/10/2025

🌿🏛 LOBBY CENTERPIECE ✨
2 Gold Medal Awards
“A showcase of artistry and creativity — transforming the lobby into a visual masterpiece!”

From concept to creation, this team turned imagination into reality — blending design, detail, and dedication to create a centerpiece that truly captures the spirit of innovation and elegance. 🌷🎨

Marc Angelo Tabadero – YIC Technicals
Andrie Yaric Mongalini
Nygel De Castro
Elijah Macasing
Neill Gabriell Panaligan
John Marc Ubongen
Jether Hanan Timpac

James Collado
Jimuel Vince Aquino
Reynaldo Maglay
Jayson Cayabyab
Johnrey Castañeda
Fayebrianne Avril Longos
Sheena Esiong
Thyrene May Marqueses

Coach: Chef Robenson Dasalla
Creatives:
Oj Quidpoan
Princess Johanie Palma
Lemer Robles

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is proud of your artistry, teamwork, and passion that brought this masterpiece to life! 💚🌟



🥬🍲 BEST TRADITIONAL / MODERN REGIONAL RECIPE – BULANGLANG🍲🥬Gold Medal with Distinction“From backyard gardens to the comp...
16/10/2025

🥬🍲 BEST TRADITIONAL / MODERN REGIONAL RECIPE – BULANGLANG🍲🥬
Gold Medal with Distinction
“From backyard gardens to the competition stage — Bulanglang goes gourmet!”

Rooted in Filipino tradition yet elevated with modern artistry, this team transformed a humble classic into a culinary masterpiece — proving that true innovation begins with honoring our roots. 🌾💚

Van Dela Cruz – YIC 3rd Year PCA Representative
Jasmin Martin
Avelyn Pacis
Rachynne Santiago
Earl Mendez

Coach: Chef Sweet Eulynette Garcia
Creatives: Rajen Luke Albert - YIC Associate Project Manager

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is beyond proud of your creativity, passion, and dedication in bringing local flavors to the spotlight! 🌿✨



🍯🍊 REGIONAL JAMS AND PRESERVES 🍓✨Gold Medal Award“Sweet craftsmanship — capturing the essence of local fruits in every j...
16/10/2025

🍯🍊 REGIONAL JAMS AND PRESERVES 🍓✨
Gold Medal Award
“Sweet craftsmanship — capturing the essence of local fruits in every jar.”

A celebration of Filipino flavors and artistry, this team transformed humble local fruits into jars of sweet perfection — preserving not just taste, but tradition and creativity. 🇵🇭💚

Bien Haniel Acutin – YIC Project Manager
Von Denzel Buen – YIC Technicals
Recca Kilakil
Justine Hacyabon
Hydrann Cuaban

Coach: Chef Raquel Tacwigan
Creatives:
Rajen Luke Albert – YIC Associate Project Manager
Oj Quidpoan – YIC Associate Project Manager

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is truly proud of your dedication and creativity in showcasing the sweetness of Filipino craftsmanship! 💛🍯



🍫✨ PRALINES - “MOUNTAIN HERBS” ✨🍫Gold Medal Award“Elegant indulgence — handcrafted pralines that blend technique and pas...
16/10/2025

🍫✨ PRALINES - “MOUNTAIN HERBS” ✨🍫
Gold Medal Award
“Elegant indulgence — handcrafted pralines that blend technique and passion.”

A perfect harmony of precision, artistry, and flavor — this team showcased how true indulgence is born from dedication and creativity. Each praline is a bite of elegance, passion, and pure craftsmanship. 💫🤎

Jon Gareth Falinchao – YIC Vice President (External)
Simon Paul Ponadon
Venesse Banglig
Katie Lumadeo
Leean Bryle Cuyahon

Coach: Chef Ailene Manecla
Student Coach: Mika Isabel Pulido
Creatives:
Jacob Munar
Princess Johanie Palma – YIC 4th Year PCA Representative

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is beyond proud of your artistry and heart — turning simple ingredients into extraordinary creations that truly delight! 💚🍬✨



🍢AMUSE-BOUCHE / PICA-PICA ✨Gold Medal Award and Silver Medal Award“Small bites, big impact! Every flavor tells a story.”...
16/10/2025

🍢AMUSE-BOUCHE / PICA-PICA ✨
Gold Medal Award and Silver Medal Award
“Small bites, big impact! Every flavor tells a story.”

Each creation may be bite-sized, but the flavor, artistry, and passion behind every piece speak volumes. These talented chefs turned simple ingredients into extraordinary stories of Filipino creativity and innovation. 🌿🔥

Roniel Torrejos – YIC Associate Project Manager
Eurika Janes Elloran – YIC 4th Year PCA Representative
John Lloid Flora
Cris Joshua Danglose
Reuel Matay-on – YIC P.R.O
Vence Atrero – YIC 1st Year PCA Representative
John Hoshea Lizardo
Allyna Palangeo – YIC 3rd Year PCA Representative
Dave Angelo Moclo – YIC Head Technicals
Kyle Von Mari Kamura – YIC 4th Year PCA Representative
Jhazzie Olod – YIC 1st Year PCA Representative

Coach: Chef Robenson Dasalla
Creatives: Jacob Munar

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is truly proud of your dedication, teamwork, and innovation in showcasing the heart of Filipino flavors through your art! 💚✨



🍝🕊 BEST TRADITIONAL/MODERN REGIONAL COOKING TECHNIQUE - PASTA WITH NATIVE BIRD 🕊🍝Silver Medal Award“Showcasing creativit...
16/10/2025

🍝🕊 BEST TRADITIONAL/MODERN REGIONAL COOKING TECHNIQUE - PASTA WITH NATIVE BIRD 🕊🍝
Silver Medal Award
“Showcasing creativity and local flavor through a rustic yet refined Filipino-inspired pasta.”

A true testament to innovation, artistry, and Filipino pride, this dish brings together the heart of local flavors and the elegance of modern cuisine — proving that tradition can soar to new culinary heights. 🌿🔥

Briliant Bodoy – YIC President
Lois Balagtas – YIC Vice President (Internal)
Rena Donato
Angelo Velo – YIC 2nd Year AACACO Representative
Megan Hidalgo – YIC Assistant Secretary
Zaireen Albior – YIC Program Coordinator
Jaycee Cabingas

Coach: Chef Klyde Mortel
Creatives: Jacob Munar

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is beyond proud of your passion, creativity, and dedication to pushing Filipino cuisine forward! 💚✨

Keep cooking with purpose, pride, and innovation! 🔥



🍽 KLASIKA MODERNA KULINARYA 🍽Gold Medal with Distinction “Where tradition meets innovation — reimagining Filipino classi...
16/10/2025

🍽 KLASIKA MODERNA KULINARYA 🍽
Gold Medal with Distinction
“Where tradition meets innovation — reimagining Filipino classics with modern artistry.”

A fusion of heritage and creativity, this team beautifully showcased the essence of Filipino cuisine with a modern twist — proving that our traditions can continue to evolve, inspire, and amaze. 🌟🔥

Sarmiento, A-jay S. — YIC Treasurer
Mabag, Vj Adriane
Mapanao, Gemsie
Ballesteros, Deebhon
Balantan, Sherlyn
De Leon, Iver
Caballero, Juan Manuel
Angeles, Nicole
Zeus, Malik

Coach: Chef Robenson Dasalla
Creatives:
Oj Quidpoan - YIC Associate Project Manager
Rajen Luke Albert - YIC Associate Project Manager

Your Young Innovative Chefs family is beyond proud of your artistry, teamwork, and passion for culinary excellence! 💚🔥

Keep pushing boundaries and bringing Filipino flavors to new heights! ✨



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