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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.
Choosing between culinary school and learning on the job? This post weighs both paths, and shows why the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine blends them for the best start: an 18-month programme with 12 months of fundamentals plus industry placement. We also touch on creativity, professionalism, and financing support via Student Hero.
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.
Come grab your Box of Happiness on FriYAY 10 October and enjoy a delightful assortment of freshly prepared hot and cold desserts! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Come grab your Box of Happiness on FriYAY 3 October and enjoy a delightful assortment of freshly prepared hot and cold desserts! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Join us on Wednesday 8 October at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for a Sundowner With A Difference! We'll be showcasing the Spier Wine Farm and our students will pair tastings for the various cultivars presented.
Come grab your Box of Happiness on FriYAY 26 September and enjoy a delightful assortment of freshly baked cakes and biscuits! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Join us on Saturday 4 October at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for a comprehensive session on dining etiquette. While enhancing conversation skills, wine knowledge, toasting and networking techniques. Booking includes a glass of bubbles, tea/coffee and sweet and savoury scones & a Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine Certificate.
Come grab your Box of Happiness on FriYAY 19 September and enjoy a delightful assortment of freshly baked cakes and biscuits! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Come grab your Box of Happiness on FriYAY 12 September and enjoy a delicious assortment of freshly baked pastries! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Train with Chef Jackie Cameron in Hilton’s KZN Midlands on an 18-month, industry-connected culinary programme. Modern kitchens, hands-on events, sustainability, and guaranteed job placement for graduates.
Come grab your Box of Happiness on Friday 5 September and enjoy a delicious assortment of freshly baked pastries! Our students will be stationed outside the Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (right next to the road). It’s strictly first come, first served, so don’t miss out!
Join us on Wednesday 3 September at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for a Sundowner With A Difference! We'll be showcasing Boschendal Wine Estate and our students will pair tastings for the various cultivars presented.
Come grab your Box of Happiness on Friday 29 August and discover our selection of artisan breads! Students will be stationed outside of Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (next to the road). It’s first come first serve.
Considering a career in the culinary industry? Award-winning chef Jackie Cameron shares insights into the rewards and challenges of becoming a professional chef. From creative expression and global opportunities to the resilience required in fast-paced kitchens, discover what it truly takes to thrive in the world of food.
Come grab a Box of Happiness on Friday 22 August! Students will be stationed outside of Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine (next to the road). It’s first come first serve, from 3pm onwards.
Join us on Wednesday 13 August 2025 at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for a Sundowner With A Difference! We'll be showcasing the wines of Avontuur Estate and our students will pair tastings for the various cultivars presented.
Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine is heading to the 2025 Hilton Arts Festival! Join us in the Food Zone from 8–10 August, where our students and chefs will be serving up delicious culinary creations. Don’t miss this opportunity to taste what makes our school a leader in South African culinary education.
Thinking of becoming a chef? Before you choose a culinary school in South Africa, it’s important to understand what you’re paying for, and why cheaper isn’t always better. In this post, Chef Jackie Cameron shares key insights on chef-course fees, the true value of a culinary diploma, and how investing in the right education can launch a rewarding, professional career in food.
Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine are thrilled and proud to announce that our esteemed alumna, Lihle Mahambehlala, has received the prestigious Young Chef’s Grant to attend the renowned Oxford Food Symposium at St. Catherine’s College, Oxford.
Join us on Wednesday 5 November at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine for a Sundowner With A Difference! We'll be showcasing the wines of Fryer’s Cove Wine and our students will pair tastings for the various cultivars presented.