In the world of pastry, every flour dusted counter is a canvas, and every dessert a masterpiece, crafted not just with skill, but with the heart and soul of the artist behind it. Pastry Chef NTSIKELELO SAM, 22Cooktastic “I’m a calm and collected individual who is always eager to learn and share new ideas. I […]
Meet the Chefs ~ Cape Grace Reaching for Young Stars 2024
Great cooking is not just about the ingredients or the recipe; it’s about the passion, creativity, and love that you infuse into every dish you create. Chef MZIMASI GONTSHI, 23Cooktastic “I’m a young, dynamic chef who would like to have a positive impact on the culinary landscape.I see myself owning two famous restaurants, including a […]
Skills Exchange Development Programme ~ Launch Workshop
Hosted by Chefs Training & Innovation Academy (CTIA), Stellenbosch#ReachingForYoungStars2024 #CTIA#Showcook #CapeGrace #Century City #CCConferenceCentre #InspiringSuccess It was a very special day our 16th year for the Reaching for Young Stars this year with Cape Grace and this year our inaugural visit to to the freshly minted new campus Chefs Training and Innovation Academy, in Stellenbosch An […]
A Comprehensive Agenda
An extensive program has been designed to introduce motivational and inspirational guest speakers at the launch workshop hosted by CHEFS TRAINING & INNOVATION ACADEMY, CTIA, Stellenbosch Campus. Covering a diverse range of subjects spanning communication, nutrition, kitchen hygiene, and more, this comprehensive initiative aims to enhance candidates’ overall knowledge in various critical aspects essential for […]
Showcook’s Culinary Bridge: Connecting Aspiring Talent with Industry Leaders for Learning and Growth
Showcook continues its tradition of connecting young talent with industry professionals highlighting the competition’s role in providing a strong foundation for learning and personal development. Guest speakers, mentors and judges; celebrated Elsa Van Der Nest from Singapore, together with Lorraine Meaney Executive Pastry Chef of Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, part of Accor, Chef Kevin […]
Meaningful Prizes ~ Cape Grace Reaching for Young Stars 2024
“The overall winning hot chef for this year’s ‘Cape Grace Reaching for Young Stars’ will be awarded the superb opportunity of a working visit to France for three months with Alzea and InternAfrika,” says Director Alexandre Barrière Izard. “During this visit, they will undertake an internship at a top hotel in Paris, receive a monthly […]
NOURISHING ASPIRING CULINARY TALENT
CAPE GRACE REACHING FOR YOUNG STARS 2024 The culinary spotlight once again shines on the Western Cape as Cape Grace proudly presents the 2024 edition of “Reaching for Young Stars,” a prestigious competition that showcases the immense talent of young culinary enthusiasts from various academies. Building on the success of last year’s Mount Nelson Reaching […]
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER – Mount Nelson Reaching for Young Stars Gala Awards Dinner 2022
“It has been 14 formidable and stimulating years since Chania and I began The Reaching for Young Stars programme,” says Annette Kesler of Showcook.com. “We have seen many profound changes in curriculum, commitment and professionalism as our culinary academies rose to meet fresh challenges. There is a greater understanding today of a rapidly changing hospitality […]
STELLAR LINE-UP
The Skills Exchange Development Programme saw the launch of the Mount Nelson Reaching for Young Stars on Tuesday 22nd March 2022, where ideas and strategies for a winning entry were shared. The Cook-Offs are scheduled for Saturday 4th June, annually hosted by the International Hotel School. The glittering Awards hosted by GM Tiago Sarmento will […]
Liquid Assets #OOYoungStars2021
What an unrivalled opportunity for the One&Only Reaching for Young Stars to engage with some of the top winemakers in South Africa from many of the illustrious estates in our unique winelands. Let’s meet this year’s beverage student entrants… CHRIZAAN MYBURGH THE HURST CAMPUS “Hi, I am Chrizaan from Pretoria. My Dad is a surgeon so […]