Gourmand Awards: Third Place in The World

Imagine achieving third place in the world. Well, with help and encouragement from many enthusiastic folk, the Gourmand Awards jury judged Baking with Jackie Cameron (Struik Lifestyle, an imprint of Penguin Random House South Africa), the best pastry/baking cookbook in the world. And that was in a competition considered the Oscars of the food industry. I’m sure you will understand that I am thrilled beyond words.

Sweet & Savoury Mother’s Day Treats

Every mother enjoys and appreciates being spoilt. For this reason, I am going to share a few of my favourite sweet and savoury Mother’s Day treats. Yes, they may take a bit of your time and attention but they will showcase love and caring…

Easter Time

With another Easter upon us -and many more to follow - my intention is to give you a few new combinations with which you will be able to impress family and friends.

TASTE Exclusive: So you think you can Cook?

It’s true what they say about small packages – they’re explosive. Renowned chef Jackie Cameron’s new School of Food and Wine in KZN has burst onto the scene with a bang, giving students fire in their bellies and expert training in the hospitality industry. - Taste Magazine

The Class of 2015 - Family Recipes

Family meals come first on the cooking curriculum. These are meals that the students prepare for the team. We have a roster and each student, in turn, works from 06h00 until 08h00 on the meal of the day. These ‘family meals’ prepare the students for the intense cooking days that have yet to come.

Life Balance with Health and Fitness

My new year’s resolution was to create balance in my life - and keep it. Opening Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine has meant long hours and a lot of pressure. I thought a chef’s life was hectic; opening a business takes demanding to another level. This month’s recipes relate to health and fitness.