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Culinary Chronicles: 10 Common Mistakes Chefs Make and How to Avoid Them
Being a Chef is a constant learning journey filled with triumphs and challenges. Even the most seasoned culinary wizards are not immune to making mistakes. However, by identifying and addressing these common pitfalls, you can elevate your culinary skills and reach new heights of success. In this article, we explore...
Chef Survival Guide: 5 Fun Tips to Thrive in the Kitchen
Being a Chef is no piece of cake (pun intended). It's a high-pressure, fast-paced world where only the strongest survive. But fear not, brave Chefs of South Africa! We've got your back with this survival guide filled with fun and practical tips to help you not just survive but thrive...
Significance of Mentorship For Culinary Students
Significance of Mentorship For Culinary Students
Obtaining your culinary qualification from a great school and doing your experiential learning n a top-class workplace is not always enough to make the best chef you can be. Read article HERE
Top Chef: The Pathway to Professionalisation
The time is now for chefs to ensure that their skills are being formally recognised, writes Elsu Gericke, Head of Education and Development at the SA Chefs Association. Read article HERE
Top 10 Essential Tips for Every Chef to Excel in the Kitchen
As a chef, you are not just responsible for cooking delicious meals but also for ensuring that your kitchen is running smoothly. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the industry, there are essential tips that every chef should know to excel in their role. In this article,...
Chef Gear: Cutting Edge Work Wear For Food Service Professionals
At Chef Gear, our recipe for success is simple: chic styling mixed with comfortable design on a base of the latest technology and trends in the industry. Fabric is key, and the group invests extensively in the research and development of fabrics to create garments that are technically best-engineered for...
Pantry by Marble: Here's what the hype's all about
Written by Chef Gear Brand Ambassador - Duenna from Duenna's Kitchen Whatever the question, Pantry by Marble is the answer! No, seriously, if you told us that renowned celebrity chef David Higgs and his business partners at the Marble Group double up as prophetic culinary ninjas we would totally...
The Chef’s Neckerchief
The chef’s neckerchief is a common sight in professional kitchens. Although it may seem odd to be adding an extra piece of fabric to a wardrobe worn in such a hot environment, the neckerchief can actually help the wearer to feel cooler by collecting perspiration which runs off the face...
Protective Clothing for the Food and Hospitality Industry
The function of protective clothing for the food and hospitality industry is two-fold: not only does it protect the people preparing food, it protects the customers as well. Kitchens can be dangerous places where injuries can easily happen, and customers are concerned about whether the preparation of their meal is...