“Winners are not those who never fail but those who never quit.” – Edwin Louis Cole The winners of the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2026 Supported by Union Tiles will be announced at the Gala Dinner on 1st December at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town. Chef Awards Chef of the Year and Ultimate […]
TAJ CAPE TOWN HOSTS WINEMAKERS’ LUNCH FOR REACHING FOR YOUNG STARS PROGRAMME
South Africa’s finest winemakers gather at Bombay Brasserie to celebrate wine, food, and the next generation of hospitality talent Cape Town, 7th May — TAJ Cape Town recently played host to the eagerly anticipated annual Winemakers’ Lunch, a highlight on the Reaching for Young Stars calendar, now proudly in its 18th year. Held in the magnificent […]
Meet the Inter-Hotel Challenge Wine Stewards Leading the Way with Cocktails!
Rooted in tradition yet endlessly adaptable, Flor de Caña rum lends depth, warmth, and elegance to cocktails that truly deserve the spotlight, while Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks add vibrant, uplifting flavours, a perfect pairing for mixing magic! FLORA DE CHELLOPresented by Wine Steward Sfiso Soldaat, The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa 100 ml Flor De […]
ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS!
INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE, SOUTH AFRICA 2025 SHOWCOOK ~ IGNITING CAREERS IN HOSPITALITY & TOURISM 8th December 2025 To access images, click – HERE for the Winners SOUTHERN SUN CAPE SUN was the magnificent venue for the Inter-Hotel Challenge South Africa 2025 Awards, and what a glamorous evening it proved to be. The ballroom shimmered in a […]
Shining a Spotlight on the Incredible Prizes!
While we may not be able to change the world overnight, we can shape futures one chef, one steward, one opportunity at a time. The Inter-Hotel Challenge is a movement of hope, mentorship, and excellence. Together, we’re building a hospitality industry that reflects the very best of South Africa: its people. The annual national competition […]
The Teams of the Inter-Hotel Challenge South Africa 2025
I Inter-Hotel Challenge South Africa 2025~ Showcook Igniting Careers In Hospitality & Tourism WESTERN CAPE TAJ CAPE TOWN ~ BACKSBERGCONCIERGE ADRIAAN PETERSENWINE STEWARD SIYANDA TSHEMESECHEF ZINZI MLONYENIPASTRY CHEF DONDRÉ STRYDOMBAKER MAYIBONGWE MATSHAZIBARISTA LESEDI NTULI THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL & SPA ~ SIMONSIG FAMILY VINEYARDSCONCIERGE IMRAAN SCHMIDTWINE STEWARD SFISO SOLDAATCHEF RIAAN LOUWPASTRY CHEF CHANDRÉ SUMMER ALBERTUSBAKER […]
EXCEPTIONAL PRIZES & OPPORTUNITIES
Hot off the Press! 🎉 Jonsson Workwear has joined the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2025 with Gift Vouchers for the BEST TEAM! Lynn Naidoo, Managing Executive at the International Hotel School, announced that they will be awarding a bursary valued at up to R105 000. This generous opportunity will enable the recipient to study online towards a Degree […]
WINNERS ANNOUNCED CAPE GRACE REACHING FOR YOUNG STARS 2025!
Cape Town, South Africa – 12th June 2025 WINNERS ANNOUNCED! CAPE GRACE HOSTS REACHING FOR YOUNG STARS 2025 The atmosphere was electric at the iconic Cape Grace as the culinary spotlight shone brightly on the Cape’s most promising young talent. The Reaching for Young Stars 2025 competition, now in its 17 year, has officially crowned […]
Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2024
See more… The Diamond Works have created stunning exquisite diamond-studded, hand-crafted gold lapel pins for the winning Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ South Africa Wine Stewards and Concierges who wear these with pride. In addition, the winning Inter-Hotel Challenge Diamond Works Concierge of the Year 2024, Andria Maree (Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town) received a […]
PRIZES ANNOUNCED – Champions of the Challenge: Honouring Our Winners
The Inter-Hotel Challenge Chef of the Year Kholiswa Makelen (The Silo) will embark on a three-week experience in bustling Dubai at one of the tallest hotels in the world, the JW Marriott Marquis. With awe-inspiring views, this Marriott Hotels property offers a sanctuary and a diverse experience in a dynamic setting. The hotel’s 12 restaurants […]