“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 […]
2026 HOTEL PARTNERS
We look forward to announcing the teams and meeting their candidates at the various regional launches coming up in July and August for this year’s Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2026 Supported by Union Tiles Gauteng & North West Province54 on BathFour Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, JohannesburgNH Johannesburg SandtonSandton Sun & TowersSouthern Sun Katherine Street Sandton […]
INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE SOUTH AFRICA 2026 LAUNCHES ITS 14TH YEAR OF DEVELOPING HOSPITALITY TALENT
Union Tiles joins as headline partner as the programme continues to build careers, transform lives and strengthen South Africa’s hospitality future 1 July 2026: The Inter-Hotel Challenge South Africa 2026, one of the country’s most respected hospitality skills development programmes, is proud to announce Union Tiles as a headline industry partner for the forthcoming competition, […]
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 […]
Cook-Offs & Service Presentations Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2025
Culinary Talent & Service Finesse Take Centre Stage Friday, 17 October, dawned fresh and crisp, what a day it was! Day one of four, and the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2025 teams arrived at Capsicum Culinary Studio at 07h00 for what promised to be a long and action-packed day. The kitchen buzzed with activity, and […]
Orientation Workshops IHC ~ SA 2025
These Orientation Workshops mark the beginning of a lengthy and in-depth programme of the Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2025, establishing the foundation from which the candidates will draw inspiration. They are guided by a full programme of excellent speakers, who share the wealth of knowledge and understanding gained through many years in the hospitality industry. […]
SHOWCOOK OVERVIEW
Showcook’s core objectives with their two initiatives; ‘Inter-Hotel Challenge’ and ‘Reaching for Young Stars’ consistently expands horizons by providing a pathway for growth. The Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ South Africa 2025, now in its 13th year featuring 30 top hotels emphasises the critical role of mentorship in shaping the next generation of South African hospitality professionals. By broadening horizons and inspiring career […]
Grain & Grape to Glass IHC ~ SA 2025
The Inter-Hotel Challenge ~ SA 2025 ‘Grain & Grape To Glass’ experience offered our Wine Stewards fresh insights and inspiration. Their reflections say it all… Siyanda Tshemese (TAJ Cape Town) with Winemaker Alicia Rechner (Backsberg) “Well, what an exceptional week it was, not only tasting but knowing how the wine is produced, from plantation to […]