Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine Graduation 2025: A Celebration of Excellence

The KwaZulu-Natal Midlands lit up this July as the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (JCSFW) celebrated the graduation of its 18-month and three-year culinary cohorts. Families, industry partners, and the culinary heavyweight, Chef Liam Tomlin, joined Chef Jackie Cameron and her team to applaud a year of remarkable achievement, real-world growth, and world-class standards.

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Join Us for High Tea - Saturday 1 November 2025

Experience an elegant afternoon of indulgence on Saturday 1 November 2025 as our students present their final pastry assessments; a showcase of creativity, precision, and passion. Enjoy beautifully crafted sweet and savoury delights, perfectly paired with a glass of Kleine Zalze Bubbles and a comforting cup of Terbodore Coffee or tea.

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Join Us for High Tea - Saturday 25 October 2025

Experience an elegant afternoon of indulgence on Saturday 25 October 2025 as our students present their final pastry assessments; a showcase of creativity, precision, and passion. Enjoy beautifully crafted sweet and savoury delights, perfectly paired with a glass of Kleine Zalze Bubbles and a comforting cup of Terbodore Coffee or tea.

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Defy Presents: Afternoon High Tea - Saturday 2 November 2024

Join us for the students’ final pastry exam, and an afternoon of mouth-watering food and delectable bubbles.

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Defy Presents: Afternoon High Tea - Saturday 26 October 2024

Join us for the students’ final pastry exam, and an afternoon of mouth-watering food and delectable bubbles.

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DEFY - Art of Living

"In my kitchen, precision, consistency, and innovation are essential ingredients. As a chef, I rely on appliances that meet - and elevate - the demands of professional cooking. That’s why I’ve trusted Defy for years." - Chef Jackie Cameron

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Celebrating Exceptional Culinary Talent: Graduation 2023

Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine hosted its seventh graduation and, with many of the ‘who’s who’ of the related industries in attendance, it was as grand and as fulfilling as previous events.

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DEFY BOXES OF HAPPINESS - 19 OCTOBER 2023

Grab a Defy Box of Happiness this Thursday 19 October. Students will be stationed at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (next to the road). It’s first come first serve. Each Box Of Happiness is uniquely designed by our students, with their own personal touch and flair added to the box.

DEFY BOXES OF HAPPINESS - 13 OCTOBER 2023

Grab a Defy Box of Happiness this Friday 13 October. Students will be stationed at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (next to the road). It’s first come first serve. Each Box Of Happiness is uniquely designed by our students, with their own personal touch and flair added to the box.

Young Chefs Dream Big

“Dream big … there is never a dream that is too big.” That was the message from Wonderbag founder, Sarah Collins, at the graduation for students at Jackie Cameron School of Food and Wine on Saturday July 16.

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