On September 25th, the Gardens of the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Lahore served as a majestic backdrop for the historic inaugural Induction Ceremony of the Bailliage of Pakistan, the latest country to have Chaîne representation.

The landmark gathering brought together a distinguished first cohort comprising celebrated culinary chefs, high-profile hospitality leaders and prominent figures of Pakistani society to celebrate the world’s oldest international gastronomy association.

Highlighting this momentous occasion was a special guest appearance by the Executive Chef of The Royal House of Saud, who travelled from Riyadh to craft an extraordinary multi-course dining experience. Guests were taken on a refined culinary journey through Saudi Arabia, enjoying a modern interpretation of authentic flavours representative of the Kingdom's diverse provinces.

Set against the heritage surroundings of the cathedral gardens, the celebration seamlessly blended world-class gastronomy, cultural diplomacy and timeless elegance.

The event marked a significant milestone for Pakistan’s evolving culinary arts landscape, formally integrating the nation into the prestigious international Chaîne des Rôtisseurs network and establishing a new benchmark for fine dining, epicurean fellowship, and hospitality excellence across the region.

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