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2 December 2011
Christ Church Cathedral gingerbread creation to raise money for earthquake fund
Media release from Pen-y-bryn Lodge, Oamaru 1 December 2011
6 November 2011
MASQUERADE BALL - SUNDAY 6th NOVEMBER 2011
Auckland Branch Ball @ Rendezous Hotel Auckland
A Mask to Remember.... You are all invited to book a place at this years 2011 Inaugural Masquerade Ball hosted by the Auckland Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Assoication. To be held a the Rendezous Hotel Auckland. Tickets... More
26 October 2011
5th New Zealand Symposium for Food History, Auckland, 25-27 November 2011.
Engaging
An engaging and inspiring weekend is in store at the NZ food history symposium, to be held at Taste, the Restaurant Association conference room in Mt Eden, at the end of November. The theme is “The 1920s” and a wide range of speakers are coming... More
9 October 2011
Taranaki Event for International Day of the Chef
Have a read of the attachment below Regards More
21 September 2011
Proud to be a Chef - Fonterra Foodservices
Media Release
Calling All Apprentice Chefs Entries now open for Fonterra Foodservices’ Proud to be a Chef Kiwi apprentice chefs are urged to register now to win a once in a lifetime opportunity through Fonterra Foodservices’ Proud to be a Chef... More
9 August 2011
100% NZ Bacon Competition Winners Announced - Christchurch Butchery Crowned Supreme Winner
The 100% NZ Bacon Competition Winners were announced to media yesterday afternoon – please see attached Media Release which has been dispatched to national and regional media. Also attached, The 100% NZ Bacon Winners by Region – The Bacon... More
2 August 2011
The New Zealand Pastry Team
Calling all Sponsor and Pastry Chefs
Introduction - New Zealand Pastry Team At the Biannual conference in Wellington for the New Zealand Chefs Association, Anita Sarginson, the National President, announced the official launch of the NZ Pastry Team. She indicated that under... More
1 August 2011
Up Front - Issue 98
Copy for your reading
Hi Please find a copy of Upfront - the Breast Cancer Network Newsletter issue 98 More
26 July 2011
CityLife Auckland Chef wins New Zealand Chef of the Year
Congratulations David Schofield
David Schofield the executive chef of CityLife Auckland has won the prestigious New Zealand Chef of the Year competition at the New Zealand Culinary Fare competitions held in Auckland last week. The Culinary Fare is run by the Restaurant... More
26 July 2011
World Chefs Magazine.
Issue 4 - Special Report: This Time for Africa
Please read the latest issue of the WACS World Chefs Magazine; View the electronic version here: http://www.worldchefs.org/wacs2010/en/news/news.php?cat=wacs&id=3118 More
26 July 2011
Congratulations on the 500,000th Rational unit
SelfCooking Center® inventor enjoys a well-deserved cele-bration
Landsberg am Lech – On 1 June 2011, Rational announced the assembly of its 500,000th unit. The workforce took time out to receive the congratulations and enjoyed a well-deserved lunch to celebrate this momentous occasion. Ingo Rainer, Marketing... More
24 July 2011
Hans Bueschkens Young Chefs Challenge Semi Finals
Has Started in New Zealand
Good morning It is 7.00 am in New Zealand and the WACS Pacific Rim semi-finals have started for the Hans Bueschkens Young Chefs Challenge Semi Finals in Auckland. Competition competitors are Troy Waters - NZ Mere Rsaigate - Fiji Lorena... More
23 July 2011
NZ Chefs Association - Conference and AGM
Wellington 23 -25 July 2011
Welcome to the Windy City where we are all “wild at heart”. Wellington Branch is extremely proud to bring you this year’s National Conference, and have a super programme at Te Papa planned. To register we ask you to... More
22 July 2011
Wellington Culinary Master Class - Key Sponsor "Hospitality Standards Institute"
Sunday 24 July 2011
You will be entertained with a full day of culinary seminars, experience a wonderful seafood and champagne luncheon, cook book signings, cupcakes, chocolate, and lashing of tastings from Wellingtons finest Chefs. 9.00 am... More
22 July 2011
NZ Chefs Association - Conference and AGM - Accommodation
Great beds,,,,
Please see the attached sheet for special room rates in Key Hotels for the 2011 New Zealand Chefs Association AGM & Conference. Please book directly with the establishment. More
28 June 2011
Good Eggs for Better Life
Applications Close on the 25 July 2011
MEDIA RELEASE Good eggs for better life The good eggs of the food industry are about to be recognised for sourcing and selling…well, good eggs. The Royal New Zealand SPCA Blue Tick and Compassion in World Farming are partnering... More
15 June 2011
BUSINESS CLUB HOSTING – DOMESTIC FOOD INDUSTRY – FINAL
FOOD INDUSTRY URGED TO PLAY KEY ROLE IN HOSTING RUGBY VISITORS
BUSINESS CLUB HOSTING – DOMESTIC FOOD INDUSTRY – FINAL May 2011 FOOD INDUSTRY URGED TO PLAY KEY ROLE IN HOSTING RUGBY VISITORS “This year is the best-ever opportunity New Zealand has to show the world how well we do things here – and even... More
14 June 2011
Matariki Hospitality Industry Awards – Winners Announced!
NZ Chefs Association Northland Branch
Northland’s hospitality industry turned out in style for the fifth annual Matariki Hospitality Industry Awards at Forum North, Whangarei on Sunday 12th of June. The event, which is hosted by Northland Chefs, is about recognising... More
19 May 2011
Northland Salon Culinaire - Congratulations to the 2011 winners
The 2011 Northland Salon Culinaire was held on 15th & 16th of May at NorthTec, Whangarei. An initiative of Northland Chefs, the Northland Salon Culinaire is a platform to showcase the best of Northland’s talented young... More
17 May 2011
SACA PROPOSAL FOR WACS PRESIDUM 2012 - 2016
The Chefs from the South African Chefs Association ask you read the attached proposal to run for the 2012 - 2016 WACS Presidum. More
11 May 2011
James Beard Foundation's Annual Awards Ceremony
Could be the Oscars of the culinary world
by J M Hirsch of AAP Small plates have earned Jose Andres one of the food world's biggest honours. The man credited with popularising tapas - the Spanish custom of dining on small, shared plates - was named the nation's most outstanding chef... More
10 May 2011
WACS - Career Center Launch
Finding the perfect employee & the perfect job, just got easier
Please see the media release from WACS dated 10 May 2011 Regards More
10 May 2011
Bidvest Tauranga - Opening of New Branch
Press Release - 10 May 2011
Hi, Please find attached a press release for our new Tauranga branch – due to start servicing customers from 30th May 2011. More
8 May 2011
National Culinary Fare Season 2011
From Martin Harrap - Salon Director
Somewhere over the rainbow sits a team that is just................... well just wanting to be recognised, as part of the profession in 2011. They have the skills, the dynamics and above all the determination to be part of the show. The... More
8 May 2011
Korean First Lady Kim Yoon-OK accepts to represent the WACS 2012 Daejeon Congress as the honorary president
Media - 5 May 2011
First Lady Kim Yoon Ok will serve as the honorary president of the WACS 2012 Daejeon Congress. On May 5 during the 2011 Daejeon International Sommelier Festival, she said in her message read by Daejeon Vice Mayor Park Sang-duk that she... More
5 May 2011
Hong Kong getting ready for WACS Global Chefs Challenge and Hans Bueschkens Young Chef Challenge Asia Semi Final.
Press Release - 5th of May 2011
All eyes will be focused on Hong Kong as Asia kicks off the first continental WACS Global Chefs Challenge and Hans Bueschkens Young Chef Challenge Semi Final. The Asia Semi Final will take place at the HOFEX show in Hong Kong from 11-14 May... More
5 May 2011
New Zealand Culinary Team Cooking a 4 Course Dinner
Wellington - 28 May 2011
This is your opportunity to taste a meal cooked by the New Zealand Culinary Team. See the attached flyer for more details. More
4 May 2011
35th WACS World Cogress
Daejeon, Korea, 1 - 5 May 2012
Dear Chefs around the World, It is with great pleasure that I invite you to attend and take part in the World Association of Chefs Societies' Biannual Congress. Held in the prosperous city of Daejeon, South Korea May 1-5, 2012, this Congress... More
26 April 2011
NZCA Northland Salon Culinaire Program and Entry Form
Download to enter
The 2011 Northland Salon Culinaire will be held on 15th & 16th of May at NorthTec, Whangarei. In its 5th year, The Northland Salon Culinaire is an initiative of Northland Chefs, designed to showcase the best of Northland’s talented young... More
26 April 2011
The 2011 altura Northland Barista Championships
Entry form & Information
Proudly brought to you by Altura Coffee, Norhtland Hospitlaity and the Northland Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association More
19 April 2011
Wellington Culinary Fare 2011 Program
27 - 29 May 2011
Hi all Attached is Wellington Culinary Fare Programme for 2011, better late than never! Anita J. Sarginson NZCA President "Sharing a passion for all things culinary" 27 Lawrence Street Newtown... More
17 April 2011
CALL FOR JUDGES
Northland Salon Culinarie 2011
Calling All Judges! We are gearing up to the Northland Salon Culinaire and we invite you to be a part of it. We are seeking industry professionals of all levels to participate in Judging and the daily running of the Salon. Please indicate your... More
10 April 2011
NZ Food Writers Guild - Pen & Plate
Please find attached a copy of the April 2011 - Pen & Plate Regards More
9 April 2011
Wellington Culinary Fare - CALL FOR JUDGES
HELP......
Wellington Culinary Fare PO Box 7108 Wellington 9th April 2011 Dear Industry Professional, I write on behalf of the Wellington Culinary Fare Committee asking you to consider being part of the Culinary Action by... More
5 April 2011
Press release - City & Guilds joins forces with WACS to raise industry standards
Attached is a press release from City & Guilds Head Office. City & Guilds and the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) are delighted to announce the start of an ongoing strategic partnership aimed at raising standards in culinary... More
5 April 2011
Northland Salon Culinaire 2011 – Dates confirmed, call for entries and sponsorship
Media release
Tuesday 5 April 2011 For Immediate Release: Northland Salon Culinaire 2011 – Dates confirmed, call for entries and sponsorship The 2011 Northland Salon Culinaire will be held on 15th & 16th of May at NorthTec,... More
3 April 2011
NZCA Taranaki Branch Culinary Fare Booklet 2011
9 May 2011
Please find attached the 2011 Booklet for the Culinary Fare in New Plymouth - hosted by the Taranaki Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association Inc. For more details contact: Taranaki / Wanganui President: Angela... More
29 March 2011
New Zealand Culinary Fare 2011
Down load a copy of the 2011 Schedule
Hi Please find as an attachment the NZ Culinary Fare 2011 Schedule for the National Competitions to be held 17 - 19 July 2011 at the ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane, Auckland - Hosted by the Restaurant Association of New Zealand with support from the... More
24 March 2011
New Zealand Culinary Team - Oceania Fest
A quick update
After 3 days of intense competition at the WA Oceana Fest in Perth Western Australia, the New Zealand Culinary Team are proud to announce that we have been awarded Gold medal in the Restaurant of Champions competition. Also receiving gold and... More
17 March 2011
The Matariki Hospitality Industry Awards
By the Northland Branch
Please find detailed the judging process for the NZ Chefs Association Northland Branch - 2011 Matariki Hospitlaity Industry Awards THE PROCESS The Matariki Hospitality Industry Awards are fortunate this year to secure... More
16 March 2011
Auckalnd Regional Salon Culinary Fare
11 - 12 June 2011
The Restaurant Association of New Zealand and a committee of training providers and proactive industry personnel are organising the eighth Auckland Regional Culinary Fare. This year’s salon is confirmed to take place at AUT, School... More
16 March 2011
Restaurant Association Training Courses at TASTE
April & May
Hello Industry Professional Our popular Professional Development Traning Seminars are back...a great way to upskill or simply to learn a thing or two! You can book online at www.restaurantnz.co.nz or phone 09 632 1404 with your credit card... More
15 March 2011
NZCA Central Branch - Hawkes Bay Salon Culinaire
1 & 2 May 2011
Please find attached the information for the Central Branch Salon Culinaire and order form..... For more information contact central@nzchefs.org.nz or phone Roger Dennis on 021 174 0742 More
1 March 2011
NSIA Christchurch Earth Quake Fund Raiser
Every little bit helps
Dear Industry Partner, Due to the unforeseen devastation in Christchurch NSIA would like to invite you to come to our NSIA Albany restaurant, enjoy a lovely meal for just $12.50, prepared and presented by the students, under the watchful... More
28 February 2011
Chch Earth Quake Relief Luncheon at The Gallery Restaurant
Palmerston North
We’re holding a charity luncheon Sunday 6th March to raise funds for Earthquake Relief. Here are the details: The Gallery Restaurant with Glen London Events is hosting a charity luncheon on Sunday, 6th March 2011 under a marquee... More
22 February 2011
Christchurch Earth Quake - 22 February 2011
Christchurch Earthquake Our heartfelt thoughts and concern are with our Christchurch members, their families and friends. We have made contact with Gary Miller & Neil MacInnes from the Canterbury Branch Executive and they are safe and... More
10 January 2011
HSI Board Vacancy
Some interesting developments & to have a hand in our industry... Read on and apply directly..
The Hospitality Standards Institute has a vacancy on its Board in March 2011 for a representative of the cookery sector of hospitality, and invites expressions of interest from individuals who consider they might meet the requirements. This is a... More
14 December 2010
Chefs and Entertainers Come Together in aid of Miners Relief Fund
Chefs and Entertainers Pull together in aid of Miners Relief Fund On 11th February 2011 some of New Zealand’s leading chefs, entertainers and service professionals will be coming together for a fundraising dinner in aid of the Pike River Miners... More
21 November 2010
Central Otago Pinot takes Top Honors at Air NZ Wine Awards
A wine from Central Otago's Gibbston region has won the supreme award at this year's Air New Zealand Wine Awards. The Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009 was named Champion Wine of the Show at an awards ceremony in Auckland on Saturday... More
16 November 2010
“From the Hangi pit to the Weetbix kid:
Recording the history of Food in New Zealand”
Records and Archives Week (RAW) is held during the first week of May and celebrates the importance of records, archives and the recordkeeping and archival professions. The theme of RAW 2011 is food. The way we gather, produce, prepare,... More
4 November 2010
Seven Fonterra Foodservices Proud to be a Chef Finalists Announced
Seven trainee chefs from across the country have been announced as finalists this week in the annual Fonterra Foodservices’ Proud to be a Chef competition in New Zealand. The finalists are: Ashley Batey from HSI in Hastings, Brendan... More
4 November 2010
AUT Short Courses
I work with the AUT hospitality School and we're launching two new short courses for industry based hospitality staff to upskill. Would you consider putting something on the news section of your website? Or anywhere else on it you think appropriate? We'll
Keeping food and people safe. Every day, over 500 New Zealanders get food poisoning from food they’ve prepared themselves or from food they’ve bought. The Select Committee is currently considering The Food Bill. If enacted, the Food Bill will... More
31 October 2010
New Zealand WINS Gold at Pacific Challenge Cup
Congratulations to New Zealand Culinary Team member, Francky Godinho of Te Awa Winery and his assistant, NZ Commis Chef of the Year Winner Alan Stuart from Northland on winning GOLD at the recent Pacific Challenge Cup held at the Moffat Fiji Salon... More
28 October 2010
Fonterra Proud to be a Chef 2011
A chance for young chefs to WIN a trip to Australia
To all those budding young chefs out there you've still got until Sunday Night (Oct 31st) to get your entries in for the 2011 Fonterra Proud to be a Chef Program. An opportunity to spend 3 days in Australia learning about food and cooking with other... More
22 September 2010
World Chefs Magazine Issue 2
Click on the icon to open the magazine
Open publication - Free publishing - More wacs More
16 September 2010
Entries now open for Fonterra Foodservices’ Proud to be a Chef
MEDIA RELEASE
Pleae read the attachment.. More
10 September 2010
Fellow Chefs and members of the Canterbury Branch NZCA
Earthquake News
It has been a just over a week now since all of our lives were challenged, both physically and mentally by the ravages of the earthquake of Saturday Morning 4th Sept. The physical challenge has come through the structural damage or loss... More
8 September 2010
Training Young Chefs in Spanish Gastronomy
Dear Sirs, We have great news for one Australian and/or New Zealand chef. I wonder if you could help me spreading the news. We need to get interested candidates from Australia and New Zealand. Their applications... More
25 June 2010
Trans-Tasman Bragging Rights
of a Culinary Nature Goes to NZ
Trans Tasman Bragging Rights of a Culinary Nature go to New Zealand. Our friends across the ditch may be trying to claim the All Whites one all draw with Slovakia as an Australasian achievement, but on Tuesday 15th June achievements of a culinary... More
21 June 2010
GPC Young Professional Culinary Team Challenge
By Sam Timoko - Team Captain
Have a read of the Report for the GPC Young Professional Culinary Team Challenge by Sam Timoko - Team Captain A special thanks to all, including the NZ and Australian competitors, judges, sponsors, the ACF and the NZCA and you the reader... More
11 June 2010
TICKET SALES - ORDER NOW
Fine Food New Zealand & Gourmet Pacific Challenge 2010
Tickets for the Competition Events for the Gourmet Pacific Challenge are selling fast, support your teams, and order now. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Sunday 13th June 0900 – 1030 Regal Marlborough Salmon... More
10 June 2010
Fine Food New Zealand & Gourmet Pacific Challenge 2010
Demonstration Chefs
One, Two, Three Demonstration Chefs! Three of Auckland’s leading chefs have been confirmed to demonstrate their flavours, tastes and passion for food at Fine Food New Zealand. While their backgrounds are often only countries... More
9 June 2010
Gourmet Pacific Challenge Functions
in Assoictaion with Fine Food New Zealand
Ladies & Gents Please find attached the New Zealand Chefs Association opportunities to celebrate the food, meet and the teams and hear the winners of the upcoming Gourmet Pacific Challenge and Battle of Tasman in association with Fine Food New... More
2 May 2010
The Knives are Out – New Zealand and Australia to Battle for Trans Tasman
Press Release on behalf of The New Zealand Chefs Association 13th Jan 2010.
Fine Food New Zealand (FFNZ) will be the place to be from June 13th – 15th when teams of young professional chefs from the New Zealand Chefs Association (NZCA) and Australian Culinary Federation (ACF) square off against each other in the caldron... More
26 April 2010
Restaurant Association - Culinary Fare and Show Update
Media Release - April 2010
To all Please see attached a media release regarding the Culinary Fare, MasterClasses and Feast which I thought would be of interest to you. We are looking forward to a great event again this year and I very much appreciate your... More
25 April 2010
Northland Branch Salon Culinaire 2010
Call For Judges 2010
HELP We need judges - please see the attached form Thanks Northland Chefs.. More
23 April 2010
FHA Culinary Challenge 2010
The Update by Gary
FHA Day 3 Results. Live kitchen: Switzerland - Silver, Czech Republic - Silver, Malaysia – Silver. The Cold Table Results: Australia - Silver, Germany - Gold. When you add these resultsto the last couple of days, we have going through to the... More
22 April 2010
FHA Culinary Challenge 2010
NZ Culinary Team up-date
Gary is pleased to report that the New Zealand Culinary Team were awarded a Silver Medal earlier today for their Cold Presentation Table. Following up from their Gold Medal in the Live kitchen on Tuesday this now leaves us placed with a chance of... More
21 April 2010
GOLD - NZ Culinary Team Win
Battle of the Lion
Gary Miller reports: I am pleased to report that at the end of day one at the FHA Culinary Challenge here in Singapore the New Zealand Culinary Team has been awarded a Gold Medal in their live kitchen event. This maintains our... More
21 April 2010
Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010
CALL FOR JUDGES
We need judges for the Wellington Culinary Fare in May If you can help please complete the attached form Many thanks WCF Team More
20 April 2010
Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010
The Program
Please find attached the schedule for the Wellington Culinary Fare, for 2010 Thanks WCF Team More
20 April 2010
Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010
The Entry Form for WCF 2010
Please find attached the Entry Form for Wellington Culinary Fare 2010, to be read in conjection with the program... Good luck The WCF Team More
19 April 2010
NZ Chefs Association - 2010 Culinarian of the Year Awards
Nominations please.....
The New Zealand Chefs Association is seeking nominations for the following, please see the nomination form below, and remember to complete a profile….. 2010 Culinarian of the Year Awards This will be a chef... More
12 April 2010
Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010
Special Luncheon
Please see the attached flyer featuring the NZ Chefs Association Gourmet Pacific Challange Training team luncheon. More
11 April 2010
Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010
Schedule attached
FYI More
5 April 2010
WACS PRESS REALEASE
Junior Ambassadors
Please read the atatched press release More
5 April 2010
A bit of histroy in the making...
Has every one seen this...
Mr Murray Dick....... More
28 March 2010
Young Kiwi Chef appointed as Junior Ambassador to the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) Board.
PRESS RELEASE ON BEHALF OF THE NEW ZEALAND CHEFS ASSOCIATION (NZCA). For immediate release – 29th March 2010.
A young New Zealand chef, Sarah Primrose from The Pear Tree restaurant, Kerikeri has been appointed as one of two Junior Ambassadors to the WACS Board of Directors for the coming 2 years. Sarah’s role will be to give input to the... More
22 March 2010
Rhys Barrington Proud to be a Chef
Fonterra Foodservices Proud to be a Chef Program
Rhys Barrington, apprentice chef at the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Christchurch, was one of four kiwis sent to Melbourne for three days of master classes as part of Fonterra Foodservice’s Proud to Be a Chef program. The master classes were... More
7 March 2010
Johann Celebrates 20 Years at MIT
Well Done
Read the article on Johann Wohmuther ceebrating 20 years at MIT, Auckland Regards More
4 March 2010
Central Branch Salon Schedule etc.....
Have a read - any queries contact the branch at central@nzchefs.org.nz Regards More
22 February 2010
Fonterra Foodservices announces successful finalists for Proud to be a Chef 2010
Media Rrelease 23 Feb 2010
Fonterra Foodservices announces successful finalists for Proud to be a Chef 2010 Four New Zealand apprentice chefs have been selected to be part of a group of 34 third or fourth year apprentice chefs from across Australia and New... More
17 February 2010
Highlights from WACS Congress 2010 Santiago Chile
from the International Office of WACS
Dear WACS Family, Please find attached a press release with all highlights from the 34th WACS congress 2010 in Santiago Chile. Feel free to distribute to your press contacts and display on your... More
11 February 2010
Wellington Chef Wins Top Prize at Kapiti Chef Collection
Hippo News
Laurent Loudeac, executive chef at Wellington’s Hippopotamus Restaurant, was named the Supreme Winner of the 2009 Kapiti Chef Collection after serving his unique dish using Kapiti’s Kikorangi cheese at an exclusive dinner attended by illustrious... More
7 February 2010
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE
Hans Bueschkens World Junior Chef’s Challenge
New Zealand Young Chef amongst the BEST in the World. The New Zealand Chefs Associations commitment to nurturing the creativity and skills of young chefs has delivered yet another accolade on the world stage. Junior chef Joseph... More
31 January 2010
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE
The winners are!
A quick note to inform you that the results for HBWJCC are as follows 1st Place - Gold - Canada 2nd Place - Silver - Malaysia 3rd Place - Bronze - New Zealand The GCC Results are 1st Place - Gold - Indonesia 2nd Place... More
26 January 2010
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE
WACS Congress - Day 2 - Update by Gary Miller
WACS Congress 2010. End of Day One and Day Two After having sat through various exhaustive reports and the quite efficient WACS Group photo it was time to head back to the Hotel Regal Pacific and get ready for the Educators Dinner which took... More
25 January 2010
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE
The Cocktail Party by Gary Miller
After the excitement of the City tour, it was time to head on over to the Sheraton Hotel for the opening cocktail function. Preceding this was a meeting of the Junior Delegates with Dr Billy Gallagher to go over their itineraries for the coming 4... More
25 January 2010
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE
WACS Congress - Day 1 - Update by Gary Miller
The first full day of the 34th WACS Congress started early for some of us with Continental meetings taking place so that member associations of each continent could put forth in open discussion any concerns, issues or ideas that they may have and... More
24 January 2010
34th WACS Congress Starts in Santiago.
Update from our Vice President
Sunday 24th Jan – The Casa Piedra is humming with the voices of over 500 chefs and hospitality persons from around the world as the member associations of the World Association of Chefs Societies gather for the start of their 34th bi-annual... More
24 January 2010
Restaurant Association buys Trade show...
Great news for the Foodservice Industry in New Zealand
Hi Please read the attached press release from the Restaurant Association of New Zealand... Regards More
13 December 2009
Auckland Branch Christmas BBQ
Come and have lunch and a beverage with us all....
We are celebrating Christmas with a family BBQ at One Tree Hill Domain, Royal Oak Auckland as per the attached flyer. Please RSVP to 0800 692 433 or auckland@nzchefs.org.nz Many thanks Renny / EJ and the branch executive More
17 November 2009
New Zealand Chefs Scoop Gold and Trophy at inaugural Pacific Culinary Challenge.
Well Done
New Zealand Chefs’ Cameron Lawless and Sarah Primrose have bagged swag of gold medals and silverware at the inaugural Pacific Culinary Challenge held in Vanuatu from Nov 10th – 13th. Competing against other teams from Australia, Papa New... More
15 November 2009
Auckland Branch Christmas Ball
We Are Making A Splash
15 November @ the National Maritime Museum Have a look at the attached flyer for the Auckland Branch Christmas Ball. Tickets are $100.00 per person. Dress Formal Starts at 6.30 pm... Bookings on 0800 692 433 or e-mail... More
26 October 2009
GOLDEN SANDS RESORT, PENANG APPOINTS NEW KIWI EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
Kiwi Chef Brock making noises at Shangri-La!!!
GOLDEN SANDS RESORT, PENANG APPOINTS NEW KIWI EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF The newly redeveloped Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La, Penang has appointed John Brock as Executive Sous Chef to head its new beach... More
25 October 2009
New Zealand Junior Hospitality Challenge - National Final
Congratulations to all the schools who made it to the national final of this competition, as Chief judge of this competition It was a great day with very high quality dishes coming out across the board.
New Zealand Junior Hospitality Challenge – Congratulations to all the schools who made it to the national final of this competition, as Chief judge of this competition It was a great day with very high quality dishes coming out... More
21 October 2009
Auckland Branch International Day of the Chef !
What a great group we are.....
Greetings from Auckland Branch... Please see the photo of those members in Auckland that celebrated with a beverage and BBQ sausages on IDOC in Oct 09. Special thanks to Michael ven Elzen for the use of the court yard at Molten Restaurant, Mt... More
20 October 2009
Auckland Branch International Day of the Chef EVENT
Come Celebrate IDOC at Mt Eden
20 October is set aside as ‘International Day of the Chef’ – a day set aside each year to create widespread awareness for the profession, and for the profession to give back to society through charitable events, culinary competitions and... More
24 September 2009
Fine Food New Zealand & Gourmet Pacific Challenge 2010
NZ Chefs Association Signs Agreement
The National Executive is pleased to advise that the New Zealand Chefs Association has signed a six year agreement with North Port Events to run the Culinary Theatre at the First International Food, Drink and Equipment Exhibition – Fine Food New... More
22 September 2009
Proud to be a Chef – Do you have what it takes to make the cut this year?
Enter Now
Helping young chefs be the best they can be. Proud to be a Chef – Do you have what it takes to make the cut this year? 2009 sees Fonterra Foodservices’ support of Proud to be a Chef competition. Proud to be a Chef... More
20 September 2009
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 PROGRAMME
Programme attached
Hi all The Congress Committee has presented the programmme for the upcoming WACS Congress in Chile 2010, 24 - 28 January 2010. Please open the attachment. More
20 September 2009
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010
SANTIAGO - 24 - 28 January 2010
See the attached regarding Chile 2010 More
20 September 2009
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 JUNIOR PROGRAMME
See the attached
Hi all See the atatched for the Junior Forum Programme for the WACS Congress in Chile 2010 More
20 September 2009
WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 PARTNERS PROGRAMME
See the attached
Please find an overview of the Partners programme for 34th WACS Congress in Chile - Januray 2010 More
14 September 2009
United Fisheries sign on as our Newest Platinum Partner
supporting the industry
It is with pleasure that we welcome United Fisheries to our family of Platinum Partners. The team at United Fisheries have a strong passion for fish and seafood and share our enthusiasm for training and education in this area. With this in mind... More
13 September 2009
WACS Global Chefs Challenge – Pacific Rim Semi Final
Sept 8th – 10th Sydney Australia
(New Zealand Chefs Association Vice President, Gary Miller reports) Tuesday the 8th of September saw the gathering of the WACS Pacific Rim Continental Finalists to contest the right to represent our Continental region in the World Finals in... More
13 September 2009
CANTEEN 09
Show us your Bandanna
The Restaurant Association is once again supporting this years Badanna Challenge. Please read the atatched information More
4 September 2009
NZ Chefs Association New Constitution
Lodged the 3 Sep 2009
Following the 36 remits presented at Annual General Meeting of the New Zealand Chefs Association, of which 34 were withdrawn. A new constitution was past and has been formally lodge with the Societies Office of the Department of Economic Affairs,... More
3 September 2009
Josh Emett as interviewed by Gary Miller
So what’s next for Josh Emett?
Brought up in a remote part of New Zealand, Josh discovered his passion for cooking at a young age. After training at Waikato polytechnic in Hamilton, Josh worked at several restaurants including Waipa Delta, Cin Cin on Quay in Auckland and Est... More
30 August 2009
Congratulations to the following Major Award Winners at the 2009 New Zealand Culinary Fare…
And they are....
New Zealand Restaurant of the Year 2009 (Sponsored by Crombie Lockwood, QBE Insurance & Dish Magazine) Okurukuru Winery New Zealand Chef of the Year 2009 (Sponsored by Moffat Ltd and Southern Hospitality) Francky Godinho,... More
27 August 2009
NZ National Culinary Fare 2009
And the winners are
Please find attached the major winners from the National Culinary Fare 2009, held earlier in the week. For more information, please contact Helen Emler at the Restaurant Assoication of New Zealand More
26 August 2009
New Zealand Chefs Association Names Annual Culinarian of the Year.
Well done gents
A young chef from Auckland’s Skycity was named as the HSI Young Culinarian of the Year at the recent New Zealand Chefs Associations 8th Culinarian of the Year Awards. Thomas Townsend, aged 21, is a young chef who is dedicated and... More
18 August 2009
Billy Gallagher Junior Chefs Forum in Chile 2010.
Please find attached the Agenda
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8 August 2009
NZ Chefs Association Conference 2009
NZ Chefs Association Conference & AGM hosted by Northland Branch
Please find attached the information from Northland Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association Bi Annual Conference and AGM to be held in the Bay of Island, 8 - 10 Augsut 2009. For the Conference Registration form and also a Hotel... More
8 August 2009
NZCA Conference 2009 - Registration Form
PDF for download for Conference Registration
Please down load, complete and send to the Northland Branch. More
7 August 2009
NZCA NATIONAL AGM REMITS 2009
4 the National Annual General Meeting
Please find detailed the formal remits from the Branch AGM for consideration and voting on at the Annual General Meeting, 8 August 2009, at 3.00 pm, Copthorne Hotel Waitangi. The rule book has been updated to include references to the... More
29 June 2009
Have you Seen This Man?
Commitment to the NZCA Executive in saving money
Just a quick note to say thanks Sam, for your support in assisting the association in reducing expenses this financial...... More
24 June 2009
Wellington "Chef of the Capital" Dinner @ Bisque on Bolton - 18 July 09
Come and taste Jeremy Singleton's Award Winning Menu
Executive Chef Steve Morris ask's you to read the following, our Sous chef Jeremy Singleton was recently awarded Chef of the Capital at the Wellington Food Show. On the 18th of July we have a dinner planned that features Jeremy's award winning... More
23 June 2009
WINNERS - The 2009 Fonterra Foodservices Canterbury Hospitality Awards
Vibrantly Canterbury, Dynamically New Zealand, Recognising Outstanding Excellence in Hospitality
The hospitality and food & beverage industries have always been a remarkable foundation of creativity and immense challenges. The vital element that drives this dynamic industry is its people, who have committed their precious time, hard work... More
22 June 2009
Northland Matariki Hospitality Awards 2009
The winners are!
Overview History of Mataariki Awards The 2009 Mataariki Hospitality Awards 12th June, Forum North - In its 3rd year you will find those people and businesses that excel in creating opportunities and delivering standards of excellence in... More
18 May 2009
2009 - Culinarian of the Year & Young Culinarian of the Year
Calling for Nominations Now
Nominations are now being called for Culinary of the Year and Young Culinarian of the Year for 2009. Please complete the nomintion form below and send supporting information by the closing date of the 30 June 09. Yours in Culinary... More
17 May 2009
The Northland Salon Culinaire 2009 Schedule
“The best of Northland’s talented young Professionals”
The Northland Salon Culinaire had its inaugural beginnings in 2007 and has quickly become an important event in our regions Industry calendar as it involves such a wide range of people and skills from Industry and Educational Institutes. This... More
17 May 2009
Call for Judges!!!!
Northland Salon Culinaire 14th & 15th June 2009
Dear Industry Professional, I write on behalf of the Northland Salon Culinaire Committee asking you to consider being part of the Culinary Action by giving some of your valuable time and expertise to participate as a Judge at this year’s... More
17 May 2009
The Mataariki Hospitality Awards 2009
Tha Ultimate awards of industry excellence!!!!
The 2009 Mataariki Hospitality Awards 12th June, Forum North – In its 3rd year will find those people and businesses that excel in creating opportunities and delivering standards of excellence in their everyday approach to their work. The Mataariki... More
17 May 2009
Bill Gallagher Junior Chefs Forum
WACS 2010 World Congress Chile
Visit www.wacs2010.cl for more information More
14 May 2009
Silver Fern Farms NZ National Final for the Hans Bueschkens World Junior Chefs Challange New Zealand
Joseph Clarke wins, read more below
Taking on the World!! Joseph Clarke is no stranger to the rigours and demands required to be successful in the furnace of the competitive culinary arena. This young chef demonstrates skills and composure that belies his age (21) He... More
13 May 2009
British Culinary Federation
Spring 2009 Newsletter (Our autumn)
Brian Cotterill member of the BCF has sent a soft copy of their Spring 2009 Newsletter for you to read. Enjoy More
14 April 2009
Call for Judges for the Wellington CUlinary Fare 2009
Do you have some spare time?
Dear Industry Professional, I write on behalf of the Wellington Culinary Fare Committee asking you to consider being part of the Culinary Action by giving some of your valuable time and expertise to participate as a Judge at this year’s... More
8 April 2009
BrewNZ Beer Awards and Beervana - 24 to 29 August 2009
Media Release 8 April 09
BrewNZ Beer Awards and Beervana - 24 to 29 August 2009 During a week of celebrations, the BrewNZ Beer Awards and the public Beervana sampling event will showcase some of New Zealand’s finest beers and give the public the... More
18 March 2009
Dine Out with the Dragon Slayers
NZ Culinary Team Dinner in Wellington 9 May 2009
This is your chance to sample a fantastic dinner cooked by the New Zealand Culinary Team fresh their gold medal and winning performance in the UK at the “Battle for the Welsh Dragon.” The team will be showcasing their talents by presenting a 4... More
18 March 2009
NZ Training Forum Wellington - 5 April 09
How to prepare yourself for Competitions
Seminar on how to prepare for competitions followed by workshops for Cookery and Front of House Competitors: Cookery Amazing Fruit Flans Interesting and unusual food products Hot presented cold dishes How to plate up your dishes... More
10 March 2009
Taranaki/Wanganui Salon Culinaire 2009
Information and Registration details attached
The Taranaki/Wanganui Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association is very proud to bring the Taranaki/Wanganui Salon Culinaire 2009. The New Zealand Chefs Association is a professional group promoting within communities chefs’ skills,... More
3 March 2009
Wellington Culinary Fare 8 -10 May 09
An update from the team...
Yes it is that time already and I trust that you are all thinking about Wellington Culinary Fare 2009!! Attached is the draft event schedule. We have a couple of new static classes Chocolate Fantasy Dessert, Salmon Entrée Hot presented cold and a... More
22 February 2009
NZ Culinary Team Wins Gold
Battle of the Dragons - Welsh International Culinary Championship
New Zealand’s chefs have emulated the achievement of the powerful All Blacks rugby team last autumn by recording a hard earned victory in Wales. The Kiwi chefs triumphed in the Battle for the Dragon contest at the Welsh International Culinary... More
12 February 2009
2010 World Junior Chefs Challenge
Entry Form
SANTIAGO – CHILE – 2010 AN INDIVIDUAL COMPETITION TO DETERMINE THE WORLD’S BEST YOUNG PROFESSIONAL CHEF 2009 NEW ZEALAND NATIONAL FINAL WESTPAC STADIUM WELLINGTON MAY 09TH & 10TH 2009 2009 NEW... More
11 February 2009
WACS Congress 2010 Chile
Registration Form
Attached is the registration form for the congress in Chile. Visit www.wacs2010.com for more information Regards More
11 February 2009
WACS Congress 2010 Chile
From the WACS President
Refer to the attached PDF More
9 February 2009
Celebrity Chefs Gala Dinner - Hawkes Bay
10 March 2009 - Old Church Restaurant\, Napier
New Zealand Chefs Association - Hawkes Bay Branch, invites you to the “Celebrity Chefs Gala Dinner” Fundraising Event. 6 course , each explained by their Celebrity Chef and 4 courses matched with an amazing wine. $95.00 per... More
2 February 2009
Hawkes Bay Salon Culinaire
Information and Registration details attached
The Central Branch of the NZ Chefs Associations Salon Culinaire is to be helf the 4 & 5 April 2009. The Central branch is presenting the wine and food excellence that is Hawkes Bay produce coupled with the creativity of our Chefs and actively... More
4 January 2009
Silver Fern Farms NZ National Final of WJCC
Have you got what it takes to be the BEST in the World?
The NZCA is looking to find its BEST Young Professional Chef to compete at the 2010 WACS World Junior Chefs Challenge in Santiago, Chile. For full details on how YOU could be that person click HERE More
1 January 2009
New Zealand Chefs Association Membership Application
Complete the form and post with a cheque etc. to the National Office
Hi Please find attached the membership form to join our Association. If you have any questions please phone the office on 0800 692 433.. Regards More
16 November 2008
Multi- award winning chef, Mark Sycamore, takes the reins at Blanket Bay
Multi-award winning chef Mark Sycamore will assume responsibility for all culinary operations at Blanket Bay, New Zealand’s leading luxury resort near Queenstown from 1 December. The 29-year-old has been named Executive Chef after four... More
25 October 2008
CONTACT ENERGY QUICK-FIRE CUISINE CHALLENGE
Due to the incredible support of Contact Energy, Southern Hospitality, Mediterranean Market and More FM the Otago Southland branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association were able to host the Quick Fire Cuisine Challenge.
October 20th 2008 saw the fifth annual celebration of International Day of the Chef. New Zealand chefs were once again privileged to hold an event that would kick off a day of festivities around the world aimed at bringing together chefs in... More
22 October 2008
Otago\Southland Chef wins NZ Final of WACS Global Chefs
October 20th 2008 saw the fifth annual celebration of International Day of the Chef. New Zealand chefs were once again privileged to hold an event that would kick off a day of festivities around the world aimed at bringing together chefs in... More
20 October 2008
Auckland branch International Chefs' Day Bbq.
A group of 50 plus members and family gathered at Ellerslie Race course for a day of socializing, sun tanning, sumptuous food and some Sauvignon blanc. The members and families got together to celebrate International Chefs' Day and recognize a pride... More
19 October 2008
NZCA branches to celebrate International Chef's Day.
Auckland and Taranaki are two of the NZCA branches which will have a family get together in there respective areas this year. Both branches have decided to celebrate with family as apposed to doing charity fund raisers as was the case in previous... More
18 October 2008
WORLD CHEFS’ DAY
Southland Boys’ High School will be hosting a presentation for senior students studying Catering/Home Economics/Food Technology on Wednesday 22 October from 10.30 – 12.30 at the Southland Boys’ High School Catering room.
Presentation by Joseph Clarke – Chef Blanket Bay Glenorchy. Ethan Flack – Apprentice Chef, Millennium Hotel, Queenstown. Scott Richardson – Chef/Catering Teacher... More
18 October 2008
OTAGO / SOUTHLAND BRANCH "QUICK FIRE CUISINE CHALLENGE"
In association with Contact Energy, The Mediterranean Market and Southern Hospitality the Otago Southland Branch of the New Zealand Chefs Association invites you join us in celebrating the 2008 International Day of the Chef
FREE ENTRY!!! Time: Monday October 20th from 11.30am to 1.30pm Venue: O'Connells pavilion food court, ground floor More
8 September 2008
Congratulations to the Major Award Winners at the 2008 New Zealand Culinary Fare
Major Award Winners at the Culinary Fare
New Zealand Restaurant of the Year 2008 (Sponsored byCrombie Lockwood, QBE Insurance & Dish Magazine) Overall winner: Vinnies Restaurant, Auckland New Zealand Chef of the Year 2008... More
7 September 2008
The Culinarians' of the Year 2008
The winners are!
A young chef from Blanket Bay Lodge was named as the Hospitality Standards Institute Young Culinarian of the Year at the New Zealand Chefs Associations 51st annual AGM in Auckland on 30th August Joseph Clarke (20) is a young chef whom is... More
7 August 2008
Invitation to all to attend Port Vila Salon Culinaire
Chef Grant Johnston President of Vanuatu Chefs
Chef Grant Johnston President of Vanuatu Chefs and Foodhandlers Association cordially invites members of the NZCA to partake in their National Salon Culinaire at La Lagon in Port Vila from the 13-15 of November 2008. Contact Grant on... More
15 May 2008
Silver for New Zealand at Junior Chefs Challenge
NZCA Junior representative Joseph Clarke was awarded a Silver medal earlier today at the Hans Bueschkens Junior Chefs Challenge at the WACS Congress here in Dubai. Joseph competed against 13 other young chefs from around the world, coming... More
14 May 2008
South Korea WINS WACS 2012 Congress
Bright and early on Tuesday morning, 13 May 2012, four WACS member countries presented their bids to host the 35th WACS Congress 2012. Portugal was the first up, offering a programme which promised to include many cultural activities highlighting... More
12 May 2008
New Zealand Junior set to take on the World
NZCA Junior representative, OtagoSoutland branch member Joseph Clarke is all set for his upcoming cook-off in the Hans Beuschkens Junior Chefs Challenge being held as part of the 33rd WACS Congress in Dubai. Joseph and his fellow... More
11 May 2008
33rd WACS Congress Starts in 'Style'
Report by NZCA Vice-President; Gary Miller
From New Zealand to Cuba and all places in between, WACS delegates from around the world met for an evening of casual cocktails, catching up with old friends and meeting new colleagues at the welcome reception for the 33rd WACS Congress. Held at... More
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