Maritzburg College past-pupils, Keilan Chetty and Dylan Pretorius-Spires, who are among this year’s intake, generate a great deal of banter in the kitchen. They are also inspiring other young guys to consider a career in the culinary industry.
Read MoreThis month’s student Megan Odell has shown immense progress within a year. She heard about the school from a family friend and made it her goal to be part of the ‘family’.
“I’m so happy here,” she says with enthusiasm. “It pushes me beyond my limits and takes me out of my comfort zone, which is exactly what I need in order to grow and become the best I can be. I am really looking forward to the rest of the course, and what the future holds.”
Read MoreToday, I am introducing to you dynamite in a small package. Kiara Axelson is passionate, determined and extremely hard working - all the traits required for the making of a great chef. And don’t try to push her around…
Read MoreSome years back I organised a week-long, holiday cooking course for interested learners from local schools. The following year past-students, Georg Lens and Brynn Enslin enrolled at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine. There was a young girl, in that particular group, who had a natural flair with food, and I knew that she would enrol for my culinary course, when her school days were over.
Read MoreOver the past three years Dylan Pretorius-Spires has spent time at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine to familiarise himself with the campus and the curriculum. Back then he was quiet and shy – definitely not the Dylan I know today… I encourage anyone considering a career in the culinary industry to do this, because it provides insight into what is expected of a student here.
Read MoreWith the announcement that the current Grade 12s’ results will only be released on 23 February 2021 I shall be enrolling next year’s intake on their Grade 11 marks. Many parents are concerned about their children’s futures and I am pleased to be able to offer a little relief. We, at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine, look forward to welcoming those interested in a career in the culinary industry
Read MoreToday I introduce Phiwo Madlala, another of our first-year students at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine. What a character she is - Phiwo livens up the room - and she claims she’s shy. I know differently. She voices her opinion, sings beautifully and is always up for a challenge.
Read More“I’ve noticed most requests on my social media have been geared toward baking, so this is an ideal opportunity to introduce you to Tatum McCraw, a first-year student, who enjoys baking.” - Jackie Cameron
Read MoreWith 26 internationally judged distinctions, our graduation a couple of weeks back was testament to the high standard we demand at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine. The graduates have all been employed, and I am confident that they are well prepared for their chosen careers in the demanding, yet exciting, culinary industry.
Read MoreI recently returned from visiting the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine #20182019 students in the Joburg and the Cape areas. What a tremendously, inspiring time it was - seeing them all in their placements, doing so well and truly flourishing.
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