The Artisans of Pastry who are keen to put their prowess to the challenge to become the Inter-Hotel Challenge Lancewood Ultimate Pastry Chef of the Year! From delicate detail to exquisite flavour, our pastry chefs will put their skills to the test, transforming simple ingredients into an award winning entry! This is where technique meets […]
CONCIERGES – South Africa’s Brand Ambassadors
Meet This Year’s Diamond Works Concierges for the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2026 supported by Union Tiles Every year, a new group of hospitality professionals step forward to represent The Diamond Works Concierges Choice and this year’s candidates are no exception. Chosen for their skill, warmth, and genuine care for the guest experience, they carry […]
BAKERS – The Magic of Baking
Introducing the Bakers of the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2026, supported by Union Tiles. The Cook-Off & Service Presentation takes place in October, with the winners announced on 1 December. Baking has not always been recognised as a serious career path in South African hospitality. It has often stood in the shadow of the pastry section, […]
Getting to Know the Hot CHEFS
Precision, creativity and consistency are the hallmarks of an exceptional chef. In this challenge, competitors will have four hours to prepare and present two outstanding courses for four guests, showcasing refined culinary technique, thoughtful flavour combinations and professional execution. The menu begins with a starter inspired by the quality and versatility of Ciao Pulses and […]
Meet the WINE STEWARDS: Our ambassadors to the Cape’s liquid gold
With over 300 years of winemaking heritage and routes stretching from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, Constantia to the Cape West Coast, South Africa’s Winelands are widely regarded as among the finest wine tourism destinations on earth — a place where world-class wines meets unmatched hospitality. It is our Wine Stewards who carry that conversation to the […]
Youth Music Festival celebrates its 55th year at Artscape on 5th September
The Youth Music Festival dates back to the opening of the then known Nico Malan Theatre in 1971. That year, David Tidboald formed an orchestra to serve the theatre’s opera, ballet and other performing arts productions. He also conceived the Youth Music Festival, creating an annual opportunity for outstanding young instrumentalists and singers to perform […]
Grounds for Greatness: Meet the BARISTAS
Get to know the hands behind your espresso, the artists behind your latte art, and the baristas who can tell you exactly why roast and grind size change everything. Whether it’s a perfectly pulled shot in a preheated cup or a flawless flat white, our baristas don’t just make coffee they make a winning experience. […]