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How It Works
Our certification process is designed to be thorough yet accessible. From initial application to final certification, we guide you every step of the way.
Submit Application
Complete our online application with details about your proposed record attempt.
Initial Review
Our team reviews your application within 5-7 business days and provides feedback.
Guidelines Issued
Receive customized guidelines with exact measurement protocols and requirements.
Prepare & Schedule
Prepare for your attempt with our support. Schedule your adjudication date.
Record Attempt
A certified GWR adjudicator witnesses and documents your record attempt.
Verification
All evidence is reviewed by our technical team for accuracy and compliance.
Certification
Receive your official certificate, digital badge, and media kit.
Recognition
Your achievement is added to our registry and promoted globally.
Timeline Expectations
Application Review: 5-7 business days from submission
Guidelines Preparation: 2-3 weeks after approval
Preparation Period: Varies by record type (typically 1-6 months)
Adjudication Scheduling: Minimum 4 weeks advance notice required
Verification & Certification: 2-4 weeks after successful attempt
Record Categories
We certify achievements across a wide range of culinary disciplines. Explore our categories to find where your expertise shines.
Culinary Techniques
Records based on precision, skill, and execution of advanced culinary techniques.
Examples: Most precise knife cuts, fastest deboning, most complex plating
Ingredient Quantities
Achievements involving the largest, heaviest, or most extensive use of specific ingredients.
Examples: Largest paella, heaviest cake, most varieties in one dish
Speed Challenges
Records based on precision, skill, and Records for completing culinary tasks in the shortest time while maintaining quality standards.
Examples: Fastest omelet preparation, quickest pasta making, speed filleting
Endurance Events
Achievements requiring sustained performance over extended periods.
Examples: Longest continuous cooking session, most dishes in 24 hours
Innovation & Creativity
Records recognizing groundbreaking techniques, novel ingredients, or creative presentations.
Examples: First molecular gastronomy technique, most creative fusion
Traditional Recipes
Achievements related to authentic preparation of historical or regional recipes.
Examples: Largest traditional cassoulet, most authentic regional dishes
Beverage Records
Achievements in mixology, wine service, coffee, tea, and other beverage preparation.
Examples: Most complex cocktail, largest wine tasting, fastest espresso
Team Achievements
Records requiring coordinated efforts from multiple culinary professionals.
Examples: Largest synchronized cooking, most chefs one kitchen
Pricing & Packages
Transparent pricing with packages designed to meet different needs. All packages include our rigorous verification process and official certification.
Standard
€1,500
Premium
€2,500
Enterprise
€5,000+
What’s Included in All Packages
Independent Adjudication: Certified GWR adjudicator with no conflicts of interest
Rigorous Verification: Multi-point verification process ensuring accuracy
Permanent Recognition: Lifetime inclusion in GWR Registry
Marketing Rights: License to use GWR certification mark in your marketing
Ongoing Support: Continued access to GWR community and resources
Additional Costs: International travel expenses (outside Europe), extended filming requirements, rush processing (available for additional fee), and re-attempts (50% of original package fee).
Start Your Application
Ready to make culinary history? Fill out the form below to begin your certification journey. Our team will review your application and respond within 5-7 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our certification process.
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