We recognize and appreciate the invaluable assistance provided by the prominent culinary academies in the Western Cape. It is important to emphasize that everything starts with the enthusiasm and interest shown by their principals and academic leaders. Through their efforts in nurturing a talented group of individuals, they have played a vital part in the […]
Announcing the Judges!
Showcook has been known for introducing top professionals in their field to engage with young people. Food Judge George Jardine, Executive Chef Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town says, “It is crucial for every young individual in the industry to make investments in their future, and regardless of the outcome, this competition provides an […]
THE IRRESISTIBLE ALLURE OF OUR WINELANDS – A MAGNATE FOR VISITORS WORLD OVER
In the fifteen years that has seen the growth and continuation of the Young Stars we have been privileged to participate in the blossoming of our superb wine industry in the Cape. Many of these historical and exquisite estates have joined us over the years as part of our very prestigious competition. This year we […]
Meet the Young Star Beverage & Barista Students
The Reaching For Young Stars program has seen it fair share of students who have found a niche in the hospitality industry. Many of whom have grown to great prominence in founding innovation and created new standards in this exacting industry. This continues and the circle grows. Today, expertise in beverages is playing a larger […]
Meet The Young Star Pastry Chefs & Bakers 2023
Our young star pastry chefs are looking forward to presenting their Red Velvet Cakes using Früt SA and their Lancewood ClemenGold desserts which they will be pairing with their choice wines while our bakers master the art of sourdough, brioche and barley bread made with Bio-Wheat Flour leading up to the Cook-Off and service presentation […]
Meet The Young Chefs of 2023
We are counting down to the Cook-Off in May, hosted by the International Hotel School. The Hot Chefs have been tasked with presenting an amuse-bouche, a vegetarian starter featuring Denny Mushrooms and the superb use of Rio Largo Olive Oil with a main course of Namibian Lamb by Hartlief Continental Meat Products and Farmer’s Meat […]
THRIVE with Nicci Robertson
Wonderful to have Nicci Robertson, Penguin Random House Author of Thrive, to the Mount Nelson Reaching for Young Stars Skillshare forum on Tuesday 28th March. Thrive features 80 mouthwatering family-friendly recipes that are nutritionally balanced and packed with flavour. Whether your goal is weight-loss or improved health, Nicci’s recipes will have you rethinking the concept of ‘diet […]
THE SKILLSHARE FORUM
Students were introduced by our Dynamic MC Wendy Coetzee to a stellar line-up of esteemed industry professionals who have no doubt raised the bar, sharing valuable insights to stimulate the mind. A very warm welcome by Hotel Manager Willem du Toit and Executive Chef George Jardine, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town who shared […]
EXCEPTIONAL PRIZES IN STORE
With the launch of the Mount Nelson Reaching for Young Stars 2023 and our skillshare forum on Tuesday 28th March we are excited to provide an array of esteemed industry professionals who can share valuable insights and raise the bar for the Young Stars. Wendy Coetzee, our dynamic MC, will introduce students to the full […]
Headline winners in the 2022 Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge
2022 DISTELL INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED Headline winners in the 2022 Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge will soon be flying to Ireland, France and the US to take up their international mentorship part of their extensive prizes. For each of the three involved, it will be a life-changing experience. This is according to co-organiser Chania Morritt-Smith of […]