“Pastry is different from cooking because you have to consider the chemistry, beauty, and flavour. It’s not just sugar and eggs thrown together. I tell my pastry chefs to be in tune for all of this you have to be challenged by using secret or unusual ingredients.” – Ron Ben-Israel “Baking bread is an art […]
GRAPE TO GLASS 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages
Participating wine stewards competing for the 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages titles of Wine Steward of the Year, Most Promising Wine Steward, and Most Up and Coming Wine Steward (‘The Wonga Award’) attended in-depth workshops in the Western Cape in early September. ‘Grape to Glass’ involved visits to several top-class wineries and […]
The Regional Launches
The Regional Orientation Workshops
GET THOSE SKILLS GOING TO SUPPORT TOURISM UPSWING, SAYS HEINEKEN BEVERAGES
South Africa’s post-pandemic bounce-back in tourism, helped in part by a weaker rand, makes it a critical priority to accelerate upskilling in hospitality and tourism, according to Millicent Maroga, corporate affairs director for HEINEKEN Beverages. She was speaking against the background of the countrywide launch of the 2023 Inter Hotel Challenge. HEINEKEN Beverages has assumed […]
AND THE EXCEPTIONAL PRIZES…
Wonderful prizes for winners from Dr Susanne Reuther of KitchenAid Africa including KitchenAid Artisan Mixers, Blenders, Gadgets & Utensils, Ceramics, Bakeware and more for each of the participating candidates! Highly desirable and stunning prizes from AL&CD Ashley including SCANPAN the finest of Global Knives, Brabantia, Avanti, Severin and Joseph Joseph. The list goes on – […]
Choice Pairings & more…
Food & Wine Pairing – Where each sip and bite intertwine to create a winning combination judged by highly regarded Winemaker Guy Webber Hill&Dale wines & Group Sommelier Marlvin Gwese Newmark Hotels Winning Starter: Creamy Denny Mushroom Soup | Sun-dried Tomatoes | Spinach~ Kleine Zalze Chenin Blanc 2022 Vineyard Selection Presented by Chef Nosiphiwe Buyeye […]
ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS MOUNT NELSON REACHING FOR YOUNG STARS 2023!
We recognize and appreciate the invaluable assistance provided by the prominent culinary academies in the Western Cape. It is important to emphasize that everything starts with the enthusiasm and interest shown by their principals and academic leaders. Through their efforts in nurturing a talented group of individuals, they have played a vital part in the […]
Announcing the Judges!
Showcook has been known for introducing top professionals in their field to engage with young people. Food Judge George Jardine, Executive Chef Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town says, “It is crucial for every young individual in the industry to make investments in their future, and regardless of the outcome, this competition provides an […]
THE IRRESISTIBLE ALLURE OF OUR WINELANDS – A MAGNATE FOR VISITORS WORLD OVER
In the fifteen years that has seen the growth and continuation of the Young Stars we have been privileged to participate in the blossoming of our superb wine industry in the Cape. Many of these historical and exquisite estates have joined us over the years as part of our very prestigious competition. This year we […]