UAE – Human Limbu, a distinguished pastry and bakery chef from Nepal, has been honored with the prestigious Asia-Nepal International Hospitality Award for Lifetime Achievement and Innovative Boulangerie and Patisserie Chef. The award ceremony, organized by Asia-Nepal International Hospitality Group and Shailee Media, took place at the luxurious Hilton Hotel Al Seef, Dubai.
Limbu received the award from chief guest Walid Al Hasan, a prominent UAE officer, along with Ram Bahadur Moktan, President of the Nepali Society UAE, and Bikash Shahi, President of NRN Dubai. Who is Human Limbu ? Born in the remote mountainous village of Chhathar Panchakanya-3, Wasmeri, Terhathum, Nepal, Human Limbu began his culinary journey at the age of 10, learning traditional cooking techniques from his grandfather and mother. He later completed his higher education at Tribhuvan University, Nepal, before pursuing advanced culinary training at Lenôtre Paris, specializing in pastry and bakery.
His career took off when he joined the pre-opening team at Sofitel Hotel JBR Marina, Dubai, and since then, he has worked with some of the world’s most prestigious luxury hospitality brands, including Accor Hotels Group, Starwood Hotels, Marriott Hotels Group, Atlantis Hotels Group, Hilton Hotels Group, and Dorchester Collection. With over 20 years of experience, Limbu has played a vital role in establishing 17 five-star luxury hotels and developing two confectionery manufacturing companies across the Middle East. His expertise spans high-end pastry production, from large-scale hotel operations to boutique pastry shops and international production facilities.
His relentless pursuit of excellence and innovative approach to boulangerie and patisserie have made him a highly respected name in the global culinary industry. Limbu’s accomplishments extend beyond his work in the kitchen. He is the first Nepali national to receive the prestigious Golden Visa in the Middle East as a professional pastry and bakery chef. His leadership skills were further recognized when he was named Best Manager of the Year at the St. Regis Hotel.
In 2024, the Bonbon Café by Angelo Musa at The Lana Dubai, Dorchester Collection, where Limbu played a crucial role, was awarded The Best Pastry Shop Opening in the World by La Liste 1000. Additionally, he was nominated for Best Pastry Chef of the Year by The Pro Chef Middle East in 2020. Limbu, who currently works with Dorchester Collection, was also recognized as the Best Bakery Chef in the Middle East 2025 by NL International Hospitality Group in 2024.
With his extraordinary contributions to the hospitality industry, he has solidified his place as one of the most celebrated chefs in the world. Human Limbu’s dedication and passion for the culinary arts have positioned him as a global icon in the pastry and bakery industry.
His journey from a small village in Nepal to working with some of the world’s most luxurious hospitality brands serves as an inspiration for aspiring chefs worldwide.
Through his innovation, hard work, and commitment to excellence, Limbu continues to elevate the standards of the hospitality industry, making Nepal proud on the international stage.
