Acclaimed Bahraini Chef Tala Bashmi has been recognised as one of the world’s most promising culinary talents, receiving the prestigious Rising Star Award at the 2023 Best Chef Awards held in Yucatan, Mexico. This remarkable achievement further cements her position as a pioneer in modern Bahraini and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Ms. Bashmi, the visionary chef behind the esteemed Fusions by Tala restaurant located at The Gulf Hotel Bahrain, has captivated the culinary world with her innovative approach to preserving and highlighting the rich flavors of her homeland. Ranking at #63 amongst the best 100 chefs across the world is a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication to her craft. Despite facing initial resistance from traditional purists, Chef Tala has fearlessly reinvented traditional dishes, breathing new life into age-old recipes while staying true to the essence of her heritage. Her creations are a symphony of flavours, which display the diversity and vibrancy of Bahraini cuisine.
The Best Chef Awards is a global celebration of culinary excellence, recognising the passion and innovation of chefs who are shaping the future of gastronomy. With her groundbreaking culinary creations and unwavering commitment to her heritage, Chef Tala Bashmi is poised to continue her meteoric rise in the global culinary landscape.
Tala Bashmi is the Chef Patron of Fusions by Tala Restaurant at the Gulf Hotel Convention & Spa, Bahrain; she graduated from the Gulf Hotel’s prestigious Management Training platform “Al Mostaqbal”, which is an initiative to develop Bahraini talent. The Board of Directors, Gulf Hotel’s Group and The Gulf Hotel Convention & Spa are extremely proud of her achievements.
