Chef Michael Kitts, Director of Culinary Arts at the academy, was presented with the award for ‘Outstanding Achievement’ by BBC Good Food ME. Often called ‘Godfather of culinary in Dubai’, Chef Kitts is known to be one of the most influential figures in the emirate’s hospitality scene.

As a regular award presenter at the BBC Good Food ME Awards, this year, Chef presented himself as the judge for the Pro Chef of the Year competition as well, which was held at the academy. He is a vital component of the EAHM family, and is a part of an institution that is launching the next generation's hospitality careers.