Jackie Cameron Reflects on the 2026 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards

Chef Jackie Cameron reflects on an unforgettable evening at the 2026 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards, where she proudly presented the Trailblazer Award to Margot Janse and celebrated the chefs, restaurants, and rising talent shaping the future of South African dining. The official winners included Margot Janse as Trailblazer Award recipient, Johannes Richter as Chef of the Year, and FYN as Restaurant of the Year. The tone of the excerpt also reflects the video transcript’s emphasis on an “electric” atmosphere, celebration, and Woolworths’ four-year partnership with Eat Out.

Celebrating Carla Schulze: From First Intake Student to LUXE Chef of the Year

Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine proudly celebrates former student Carla Schulze, part of the school’s very first intake, on being named LUXE Chef of the Year. Her inspiring journey is a reflection of passion, talent, and the exciting future that lies ahead.

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Introducing Isabella Moig: Class of 2026

Meet Student Chef Isabella Moig and discover her passion for baking, her future goals, and why she chose Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine in Hilton, KZN for her culinary training.

Cooking Up Futures: A Conversation Close to My Heart

Chef Jackie Cameron recently joined Margaret Hirsch on On the Move with Margaret for a heartfelt conversation in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. In this inspiring interview, Jackie reflects on mentorship, culinary training, entrepreneurship, and the importance of helping young chefs turn passion into purpose.

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Introducing Joshua Bolton - Class of 2026

Durban-born Joshua Bolton joined Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine to sharpen his culinary skills, grow in confidence, and turn his lifelong love of cooking into a career. Inspired by cooking with his gran from an early age, Joshua is committed to giving his all to the hospitality industry, with dreams of one day opening a South African restaurant overseas.

Social Cooking Club: Indian Cuisine Edition

Discover the bold flavours of India at Jackie Cameron’s Social Cooking Club. Join us on 26 March 2026 for a hands-on Indian cooking class in Hilton, KZN, complete with wine, a 2-course meal, and take-home recipes.

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Introducing Mapule Khumalo - Class of 2026

Meet Mapule Khumalo, a passionate culinary student at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine, as she shares her journey, ambitions, and the mindset required to succeed in the world of professional cooking.

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Seaton Haynes' Final Lunch: Across the Highlands

Join third year student chef Seaton Haynes at the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for Across the Highlands, a themed final lunch inspired by Scottish, Irish and Welsh cuisine. Enjoy a memorable culinary experience on Saturday, 21 March 2026.

Highfield International Top Centre Award For Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine

Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine has been awarded the prestigious Highfield International Top Centre Award for delivering the Highfield Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering (RQF). This recognition highlights the school’s commitment to world-class culinary training, food safety excellence, and industry-leading hospitality education.

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Introducing Noah Cramer - Class of 2026

Student chef Noah Cramer shares his journey into the culinary world, his passion for baking, and his dream of opening a bakery café in the countryside after graduating from Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine.

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