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Capsicum Culinary Studio Graduation
I am honored to be a part of this exciting day, celebrating your graduation and the beginning of your chosen careers as Culinary Professionals. Capsicum Culinary Studio has given you the basics, the tools, and the foundation you need to move forward with your career. Many of you came here with little or no experience; […]
Continue Reading...My Birthday Wish
2020 has definitely been an interesting and challenging year, however at the same time many good and positive things have been achieved. One of these has to be Chefs with Compassion, we started this journey in early April not knowing the impact we were going to have on many lives. 7 months later, we rescued […]
Continue Reading...International Chef’s Day
Watching TV cooking shows may seem glamorous but in real life the job of a cook is a tough battle every day. Everyone, right from the kitchen-hand to the commis chef and the sous-chef to the head chef – running a kitchen is more than just following recipes. Cooking is about diving into the culinary […]
Continue Reading...Perima’s Kitchen
13 years ago on a Saturday afternoon a young couple walked into the restaurant and after a few minutes requested to see the chef, not knowing what the reason for the request was, I walk out to the table. The couple were wanting a vegetarian meal and weren’t too keen on the options on the […]
Continue Reading...Heritage Day
Heritage Day recognises and celebrates the cultural wealth of our nation. South Africans celebrate the day by remembering the cultural heritage of the many vibrant cultures that make up the diverse population of our country. Food is one the biggest influences that showcases our diversity and I love how over generations the fusions and combinations […]
Continue Reading...World Chefs President’s Medals
Truly humbled by receiving the President’s Medal from the World Association of Chef Societies (WACS) at its Congress earlier this evening. I dedicate this award to all those involved in Chefs with Compassion. We started in early April cooking for about 1500 people, 18 weeks later more than 300 tons of produce has been rescued […]
Continue Reading...One Meal Many Thanks
You’d be surprised how many people benefit with every meal you order! The food service industry has been among the hardest hit by the Covid-19 lockdown, with an estimated 1.8 million people affected across supply chains across the country. The slowdown has had a dire knock-on effect on the industry, stretching from restaurant owners to […]
Continue Reading...Women’s Day
On 9 August 1956, more than 20,000 South African women of all races staged a march on the Union Buildings in protest against the proposed amendments to the Urban Areas Act of 1950. Women’s Day is a celebration of the achievements of these women and millions more. Today we celebrate the great achievements over many […]
Continue Reading...Launch of 67000 litres for Mandela Day
As the world reflects on Nelson Mandela’s legacy, we give thanks for his life, his leadership and his devotion to humanity and to humanitarian causes. No matter how small your action, Mandela Day is about changing the world for the better, just as Nelson Mandela did every day. I am so grateful to have been […]
Continue Reading...Work Anniversary
Today I celebrate my 5th work anniversary with an incredible brand Protea Hotels by Marriott. I count myself immensely fortunate to work with an amazing TEAM of hardworking, passionate, trustworthy and supportive individuals who have truly become an extension of my family. Like any, the journey has had it’s ups and downs but it’s made […]
Continue Reading...Chefs with Compassion Anniversary
The 26th of March 2020 saw the country go into full lockdown following the advent Covid-19 in the country. For the first time, our industry together with many others came to a grinding halt. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would experience something only depicted loosely in the movies. My schedule is […]
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