Sharena Fabrika to Host Young Chefs' Week in Bulgaria; July 12 to 19, 2026

Sharena Fabrika’s Young Chefs’ Week is shaping up to be a remarkable blend of culinary training, cultural immersion, and sustainability in the heart of Bulgaria’s Balkan Mountains.

Global Culinary Training
- Audience: 16–18-year-olds from around the world, with English as the campus language.
- Pastry: Yoanna Yordanova (École Ducasse, France) guiding students through precision techniques like crafting a perfect Vanilla Flan.
- Bread & Bakery: Julien Cassin, a French master baker with global teaching experience, sharing artisan bread-making science and creativity.
- French & Balkan Cuisine: Martin Nikolov, with Michelin-level experience, teaching terroir-driven, sustainable gastronomy and modern Balkan techniques.

Roots-to-Table Philosophy
- Rural setting in the Balkan Mountains, with regenerative gardens and permaculture landscapes.
- Students cook with local ingredients grown onsite, guided by agriculture instructor Daniel Dimov.
- Training extends to food photography and plating, making the program holistic and modern.

Venue & Dates
- July 12–19, 2026 at Sharena Fabrika Permaculture Gardens and Casa Art Hotel.
- All-inclusive package: accommodations, meals, excursions, insurance, and transfers from Sofia Airport.

This initiative not only equips young chefs with professional-level skills but also immerses them in sustainability, cultural exchange, and the artistry of presentation — a rare combination for culinary training programs.