STARTER: STUDY OF MUSHROOM Presented by Ivanna GaneshConfit King Oyster Mushrooms |Chevin Mousse | Hazelnut & Chilli Praline Dust| Pickled Exotic Mushrooms | Charred Onions | Lime & Dill Pearls | Apple & Date Compote| Sweet Potato CrispAllesverloren Chenin Blanc Confit King Oyster Mushroom500 g Denny King Oyster Mushrooms500 ml Rio Largo Olive Oil100 ml orange […]
THE WINNERS OF THE DISTELL INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE 2020
Richard Rushton, Distell’s chief executive officer (CEO) says: “It’s an incredible honour for Distell to be the headline sponsor of the annual Inter-Hotel Challenge for the eighth year running. Our long-standing involvement is a clear demonstration of our commitment to South Africa’s hospitality sector, and to skills development and transfer. “What makes the Distell Inter-Hotel […]
The National Distell Inter Hotel Challenge Cook-Offs – A most exciting time as they head to the finishing line…
“Coming up will be the Awards – The Hotel Oscars continue… “We congratulate all the candidates who entered the Distell Inter Hotel Challenge 2020. In the face of really formidable odds, coming to the fore, determined to prove their mettle and go forward. They have done so superbly! For many this will be a memorable […]
DISTELL INTER HOTEL CHALLENGE WINE STEWARDS
Future Sommeliers! An achievement to aspire to, well worth climbing up that ladder and here they are… EMILE LIEBENBERG The Liz McGrath Collection “I work in the Greenhouse restaurant in the front of house department at The Cellars-Hohenort hotel” says Emile Liebenberg. “I officially started in March 2018 as a runner, I’m currently Head Waiter. […]
DISTELL INTER HOTEL CHALLENGE HOT CHEFS!
If your preference is for the hot kitchen you are following a grand old tradition. The hot kitchen holds many challenges and for those that persevere holds many rewards. Not an easy path, but one that has great scope for creativity in multiple ways. You will, of course, be called upon from time to time […]
UNIQUE BAIN’S CAPE MOUNTAIN WHISKY
South Africa’s first whisky produced from a single grain has become one of the world’s best grain whiskies and is crafted in the picturesque Bainskloof Mountains. The success of Bain’s comes down to one innovative man and his passion, Master Distiller Andy Watts. In 1991, Andy became the sixth manager of The James Sedgwick Distillery. […]
FORMIDABLE NEDERBURG
Nederburg situated near Paarl has an exceptional track record for international and local awards, trailblazing innovations and refreshing, contemporary wines that combine rich fruit flavour with superb structure.It began in 1791 when Philippus Wolvaart bought the farm that lay between the Berg and Palmiet rivers for 5 600 guilders. He named it after Sebastiaan Nederburgh, […]
Launch of the 2020 Distell Inter Hotel Challenge in the friendly city of Durban
For the 8th consecutive year, the search is on for tomorrow’s chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, baristas, wine stewards and concierges as the Distell Inter Hotel Challenge four regional launches are underway! See more on Twitter #DistellIHC2020 #InterHotelChallenge #Showcook2020 And on Instagram #DISTELLIHC2020 #INTERHOTELCHALLENGE #showcook2020