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A Statement from the Turks & Caicos Hotel & Tourism Associations
#Providenciales, June 7, 2018 – Turks and Caicos – The Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association [TCHTA] is proudly preparing to 
send off the Culinary Team to compete once again in the Taste of the Caribbean competition hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association [CHTA]. This will mark the third year in a row that the Turks & Caicos Islands have been represented in this international cooking competition and the TCHTA is looking to repeat the success of last year and bring home gold medals for our ‘Beautiful by Nature’ islands.
Before the TCHTA took a team to the competition in 2016, our country had not participated in 20 years. Since then, the TCHTA’s efforts to reposition the spotlight on our country’s culinary talent has resulted in our Team bringing home a silver medal their first year back in the competition followed by a gold medal in 2017. Considering the multitude of competitors from across the Caribbean that has been involved in the competition over its 25-year history, this was no small feat.
Each year the TCHTA sends invitations to all of its members inclusive of restaurants with the hopes of assembling a super team of top culinary talent. The success of the Team wouldn’t be possible without the continued support of these members. The organizations that accept the invitation contribute by providing their top chefs and allowing them to participate in training as well as the competition itself. In addition, they provide sponsorship which aids with registration fees, training, and travel.
While it is our hope for every chef in the country to get an opportunity to participate, we encourage restaurants to join forces with the TCHTA as Allied members to further strengthen our Culinary Team’s presence in the international realm while we continue promoting the talents while inspiring our little chefs and becoming mentors for our culinary Adventure programs.
We have always welcomed and expressed keen interest in working with local and influential individuals in the industry who would bring additional talent to the Team and the Junior Culinary Adventure program. The junior program has seen junior chefs such as Robinangel Simons, Martin Wilkins,Christin Greene and Wayne Gardiner and others grow through the ranks and have even represented Turk & Caicos and won gold at several international and regional culinary events.
We are extremely proud of what we have been able to achieve, and this year the Culinary Team will be led by Coach Executive Chef Edwin Gallardo of Seven Stars Resort and Chef Colin Watson of Beaches Resort. This incredible leadership from our members is a huge asset and commitment that should be recognized. The team will also feature former Lit’l chefs, Wilkiens Martin and Christin Greene along with current Lit’l Chefs Inga Stubbs and Kevin Missick. Derrick Carter, Aristotle Florida, Joseph Charles, Vadivel Raju and Lauren Callighen.
TCHTA and its member affiliation (membership) with the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association [CHTA], is what allows the Turks and Caicos Islands to take part in the Taste of the Caribbean competition. Taste of the Caribbean is a CHTA initiative and therefore sets all rules and requirement for members to follows. We are fortunate to be able to participate in this initiative of the CHTA whose focus, as is our own, is primarily on private sector partnerships for the promotion of the tourism product.
We are continuously working to improve our tourism product for the advancement of our brand and we welcome our members of the culinary community to have open dialogues and provide feedback to the TCHTA on how we can better represent our brand locally and internationally.
For more information, interested persons and organizations are encouraged to call the TCHTA office on 339-5787 or visit their social media pages.
Release: TCHTA
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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