In 2024, the Annual Culinary Awards returned to Karachi for its highly anticipated Chapter 5, hosted at the elegant Andalusian Banquet.
This edition marked a powerful and emotional comeback in the city where ACA’s journey first began. Returning to Karachi was more than symbolic — it was a full-circle moment that reignited the spirit of the platform.
A Gathering of Over 500 Culinary Enthusiasts
ACA 2024 welcomed more than 500 attendees, including established restaurants, renowned and emerging chefs, passionate home cooks, rising food influencers, and creative digital content creators. Every corner of the venue reflected the diversity, creativity, and richness of Pakistan’s food culture.
A National Platform That Reaches Millions
One of the standout achievements of Chapter 5 was its unprecedented digital impact. ACA 2024 reached an audience of over 10 million people across multiple online platforms — making it the largest culinary event coverage in Pakistan to date.
Celebrating Creativity, Passion & Culinary Innovation
From visually stunning dishes to deeply inspiring food journeys, ACA 2024 highlighted the innovative spirit shaping modern Pakistani cuisine. Chefs and creators from different cities showcased unique styles, blending traditional flavors with contemporary techniques.
Cementing ACA’s National Leadership
With its fifth successful edition, ACA further solidified its position as Pakistan’s biggest and most credible culinary celebration — a testament to consistency, credibility, and commitment to uplifting the culinary community nationwide.
ACA 2024 is not just an event — it is a celebration. A platform to honour Pakistan’s culinary excellence, showcase innovation, and inspire a future rooted in creativity, tradition, and flavor.
