“Pastry is different from cooking because you have to consider the chemistry, beauty, and flavour. It’s not just sugar and eggs thrown together. I tell my pastry chefs to be in tune for all of this you have to be challenged by using secret or unusual ingredients.” – Ron Ben-Israel “When you have a good […]
Concierges – Creators of Memorable Experiences
A concierge is not just an information centre or problem solver; they are the creators of memorable experiences.” – Unknown In the vibrant world of South African hospitality, where hotels and tourism play a pivotal role, concierges stand as the unsung heroes, ensuring that guests experience unforgettable moments. These adept professionals are not only skilled […]
Grape to Glass 2023 #Highlights
Meet the Baristas
Becoming a barista is quite a transformative process and underpins the role that coffee is playing in our lives today. During the interviews with the barista candidates, we had the opportunity to learn more about their aspirations and influences. They shared insights about their role models in the coffee world, revealing their passion for the […]
GRAPE TO GLASS 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages
Participating wine stewards competing for the 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages titles of Wine Steward of the Year, Most Promising Wine Steward, and Most Up and Coming Wine Steward (‘The Wonga Award’) attended in-depth workshops in the Western Cape in early September. ‘Grape to Glass’ involved visits to several top-class wineries and […]
The Regional Launches
The Regional Orientation Workshops
Culinary experts are highly sought after!
Who are these innovative chefs gathering attention in this year’s Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages? We would like you to meet our Chefs who tell us about themselves and share their ambitions for the future. They talk about their role models who offer inspiration and the current books that they are reading, books […]