Sri Lanka, July 29 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya says she is pleased to see many female chefs participating in a field that has traditionally been male dominated.

It is encouraging to witness strong female leadership emerging in Sri Lanka's culinary sector, Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya added.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing the SIRHA BOCUSE D'OR Sri Lanka 2025 awarding ceremony, held in Colombo.

Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya further stated Sri Lankan chefs are not only culinary artists but they are ambassadors of heritage.

The Prime Minister further stated:

"It is not just about food. It is about excellence, about legacy, about identity.

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