The prestigious Basque Culinary World Prize is awarded to people who are making big impacts by using their passion for food. Nominations must be made by chefs or other professionals within the food industry and must be received by May 19th. The winner will be announced on July 18th and be awarded a prize of 100,000 to dedicate to the project of their choice. Last years winner is a chocolate entrepreneur from Venezuela and states that the prize has helped to educate others about business opportunities with cacao.

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