National Selections: Participants CVs

UK Schonkeren, Dirk (°1954) - Castlebar, UK

Degrees/diplomas attained
1973: P.I.V.A., Antwerp
Professional experience
1984: Executive Headchef at "Brandon Hotel", Tralee, Ireland
1987: M.D. Chocolatier Owner of "Helena Chocolates Ltd.", Comayo, Ireland
Awards and competitions
1983: Silver and Bronze medal at International Salon Culinair, Dublin
Motivation
To compete in a top world class competition and to gain recognition for my passion to work with chocolate.