Experience Stiaan Rossouw’s European Coastline-inspired Final Lunch on 7 March at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine. A celebration of passion, skill, and culinary excellence.
Read MoreMeet Sophia Drakopoulos, Class of 2026 at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine in Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Discover her Greek culinary influences, career ambitions, and what it takes to build a successful career as a professional chef in South Africa.
Read MoreJoin us for Sarah’s Final Lunch, an unforgettable experience hosted by Sarah Le Roux, a talented third-year student at the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine. Showcasing her exceptional skills, Sarah has crafted a menu that celebrates the rich flavors of French, Thai, and South African cuisine, taking guests on a coastal journey. Don’t miss out - reserve your seat.
Read MoreMeet Timothy Wassermann, Class of 2026 at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine in Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Discover what drives this aspiring chef, his five-year restaurant goal, and what it truly takes to train as a professional chef in South Africa.
Read MoreJoin our Social Cooking Club at Jackie Cameron School of Food and Wine. Where hands-on cooking meets great wine and even better company. 26 February 2026 at 6pm. R400 per person. Come to all 7 and your last one is free.
Read MoreThinking of becoming a chef? The culinary industry is full of myths; from angry chefs to outdated stereotypes about education and lifestyle. Discover the truth about what it’s really like to study at a professional chef school in South Africa, and why seeing the reality firsthand can change everything.
Read MoreJoin us for a romantic drive in dinner this Valentine’s Day. Arrival at 18h00, movie starts at 19H00. Meal includes: Chicken OR Beef Gourmet Burger, Potato Crisps + Hot Fudge Ice-Cream Sundae with Cinnamon Banana. Cost: R400 per person. Book soon, limited spaces available.
Read MoreJoin us on Wednesday 11 February at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for sundowners with a difference! We will be showcasing Vineyard Friends Wines by Douglas Green and our students will pair delicious tastings for the various cultivars presented.
Read MoreCan you become a chef without matric?
Yes — and for the right candidate, passion, commitment, and talent can matter just as much as formal qualifications. At Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, aspiring chefs are assessed on their potential, work ethic, and love for food, not only their academic results. With small class sizes, hands-on mentorship, an internationally recognised chef course, and a 100% placement guarantee, this is a serious culinary school for students (and parents) looking for real career outcomes — matric certificate or not.
Read MoreSouth Africa’s culinary industry is thriving with opportunities—from restaurants and hotels to lodges and boutique cafés. Discover what it takes to secure a chef position, the skills employers value most, and how Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine’s guaranteed work placement helps graduates launch confident culinary careers.
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