Our concierges represent the heart of hospitality, each with a unique journey that reflects their passion and dedication to the industry. From humble beginnings, they’ve risen through the ranks, driven by a desire to grow and enhance their understanding of operations. Inspired by mentors and role models, they see hospitality not just as a career, […]
Meet the Wine Steward Candidates Unlocking New Horizons
In today’s fast-paced world, hospitality offers incredible opportunities for those passionate about people, culture, and delivering exceptional service. By investing in education tailored to this industry, you’ll develop essential skills in wine, beverage studies, and customer service. Whether you’re selecting wine lists, offering expert pairings, or creating unforgettable dining experiences, excellence in wine and service […]
In the Company of Baristas ~ Inter-Hotel Challenge 2024
Capsicum Culinary Studios in Cape Town and Johannesburg, along with CTIA – Chefs Training & Innovation Academy in Durban, were excellent venues for our 2024 Inter-Hotel Challenge Barista Workshops with Avanti Coffee Company in September, leading up to the national Cook-Offs & Service Presentations in October. These workshops emphasized the importance of hands-on skills training […]
Pathways to Success: Orientation Workshop for the Inter-Hotel Challenge
An inspiring and enriching day where our candidates have the unique opportunity to meet and learn from some of the most respected professionals and key players in the hospitality industry—an intersection of luxury, tourism, and South African heritage. This workshop is designed to equip them with invaluable insights, guidance, and inspiration, hearing from a diverse […]
Networking and Inspiration: Orientation Workshop at Southern Sun The Edward
As always, the Orientation Workshops are the perfect place for our candidates to network, get to know one another, and prepare to enjoy the wonderful line-up of excellent speakers who will plot the way ahead. These speakers provide our candidates with the tools they need, offering thoughtful insights and allowing time and space for much […]
Orientation Workshop at 54 on Bath
A day to anticipate with pleasure as we introduce you to an inspired group of speakers who are there to offer you a tantalising glimpse of what lies ahead. The Orientation Workshops are where you can find a footpath into your future. A DATE TO DIARISE The Inter-Hotel Challenge Orientation Workshop ~ Friday 2nd August […]
INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE, SOUTH AFRICA 2024
South Africa is among the 80 co-sponsoring countries, demonstrating its commitment to promoting sustainable tourism practices. UN Tourism has announced 2027 as the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism. At the organization’s headquarters in Madrid, UN Tourism leaders welcomed ambassadors from 24 Member States, including His Excellency Farrukh Tursunov of Uzbekistan, which sponsored the resolution, […]
GAME ON! WHO WILL BE THE INTER HOTEL CHALLENGE WINNERS?
Suspense is mounting ahead of the announcement of the national finals of the 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages on Tuesday 28th November. Just three of the 115 contestants who have competed in the event from the outset will be flying abroad to take up part of their prizes. The Wine Steward of […]
PRIZES ANNOUNCED
The ‘Inter-Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages Wine Steward of the Year 2023’ Nkanyiso Zikhali, representing The Oyster Box will look forward to a two-week experience in Amsterdam. The 2023 IHC Wine Steward of the Year will be flying to Amsterdam, for a whirlwind exposure to the city’s fine dining milieu and wine retailing with Margot […]
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 […]