Our Wine Stewards represent the elegance, expertise, and passion that define the art of hospitality. More than servers, they are storytellers guiding us through vintages and varietals, pairing food with finesse, and ensuring that every glass poured enhances the dining experience. Their role is about knowledge, confidence, and creating a sense of occasion, bringing together […]
MEET THE ARTISTS OF PÂTISSERIE
Get ready to meet the creators behind every delicate tart and beautifully prepared dessert. With a perfect blend of creativity and precision, they transform the finest ingredients into works of art. Discover the stories and inspirations of our Inter-Hotel Challenge Pastry Chefs, who seamlessly combine skill and imagination. RICARDO NAIDOOSOUTHERN SUN ELANGENI & MAHARANI I […]
MEET THE HOT CHEFS OF THE CHALLENGE
Each year, the Inter-Hotel Challenge shines a spotlight on the extraordinary culinary talent emerging from South Africa’s finest hotels. These chefs are representing not only their properties but also the bright future of our hospitality industry. We are sharing their stories of what inspires them and their ambitions. ZINZI MLONYENI TAJ CAPE TOWN What inspired […]
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 […]
Inter-Hotel Challenge South Africa 2025
A Celebration of South African hospitality, heart, and homegrown excellence! Cape Town, August 6th, 2025: People are just as important a part of South African tourism, as are the breathtaking landscapes, world-class hotels, and celebrated cuisine. The warmth of our people, the pride in our cuisine, and the artistry of our service are the badges […]
Headline winners in the 2022 Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge
2022 DISTELL INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED Headline winners in the 2022 Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge will soon be flying to Ireland, France and the US to take up their international mentorship part of their extensive prizes. For each of the three involved, it will be a life-changing experience. This is according to co-organiser Chania Morritt-Smith of […]
2022 DISTELL INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Celebrating the winners of the 10th annual Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge! One of the most validating features of this challenge, focused on hospitality sector skills transfer and mentorship, is the way prize winners commit to mentor and encourage their colleagues, passing the baton of excellence to a new generation each year. DISTELL INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE WINE STEWARD OF […]
PRIZES IN STORE
These are exceptional opportunities for anyone wanting to accelerate their hospitality careers. The ‘Distell Inter-Hotel Challenge Wine Steward of the Year 2022’ Pieter Bekker (Taj Cape Town) (Pongrácz & Three Ship) will look forward to a 10-day internship in Ireland at the celebrated The Lodge at Ashford Castle with the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Irish […]