Mia Tschernij named Restaurant Chef of the Year at the Pro Awards

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Mia Tschernij, member of the Finnish Culinary Team, has been awarded the prestigious Pro Award in the category of Restaurant Chef of the Year 2025. The Pro Awards are presented annually to hospitality professionals who demonstrate exceptional skill, dedication, and impact in their field.

Mia is widely recognized for her meticulous craftsmanship, strong work ethic, and unwavering passion for food. Her cooking combines technical excellence with creativity and sensitivity, resulting in dishes that are both precise and expressive.

This award is a significant personal recognition for Mia, as well as a proud moment for the Finnish Culinary Team, where she plays a key role in representing Finnish gastronomy on the international stage.

The winners of the Pro Awards are selected by a panel of industry experts who evaluate nominees based on criteria such as professional skill, attitude, teamwork, and commitment to development. Public voting also plays a role in the final selection.

Mia’s recognition as Restaurant Chef of the Year highlights not only her outstanding talent, but also the high regard in which she is held by colleagues, partners, and guests alike. The Finnish Culinary Team warmly congratulates Mia and celebrates the fact that such a remarkable professional is part of our core team.