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25 June 2010

Trans-Tasman Bragging Rights

of a Culinary Nature Goes to NZ

Trans-Tasman Bragging Rights

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

GPC Young Professional Culinary Team Challenge

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

TICKET SALES - ORDER NOW

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

Fine Food New Zealand & Gourmet Pacific Challenge 2010

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

Gourmet Pacific Challenge Functions

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.

The Knives are Out – New Zealand and Australia to Battle for Trans Tasman

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

Restaurant Association - Culinary Fare and Show Update

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

Northland Branch Salon Culinaire 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 Culinary Challenge 2010

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

FHA Culinary Challenge 2010

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

GOLD - NZ Culinary Team Win

  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

Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010

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

Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010

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

Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 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.....

NZ Chefs Association - 2010 Culinarian of the Year Awards

  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

Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010

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

Wellington Culinary Fare 14- 16 May 2010

FYI More

5 April 2010

WACS PRESS REALEASE

Junior Ambassadors

WACS PRESS REALEASE

Please read the atatched press release More

5 April 2010

A bit of histroy in the making...

Has every one seen this...

A bit of histroy in the making...

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.

Young Kiwi Chef appointed as Junior Ambassador to the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) Board.

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

Johann Celebrates 20 Years at MIT

Read the article on Johann Wohmuther ceebrating 20 years at MIT, Auckland   Regards   More

4 March 2010

Central Branch Salon Schedule etc.....

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

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

Highlights from WACS Congress 2010 Santiago Chile

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

Wellington Chef Wins Top Prize at Kapiti Chef Collection

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

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 - UPDATE

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

34th WACS Congress Starts in Santiago.

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

Restaurant Association buys Trade show...

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....

Auckland Branch Christmas BBQ

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 Scoop Gold and Trophy at inaugural Pacific Culinary Challenge.

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

Auckland Branch Christmas Ball

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.....

Auckland Branch International Day of the Chef !

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

Auckland Branch International Day of the Chef EVENT

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

Fine Food New Zealand & Gourmet Pacific Challenge 2010

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

Proud to be a Chef – Do you have what it takes to make the cut this year?

    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

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 PROGRAMME

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

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010

See the attached regarding Chile 2010 More

20 September 2009

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 JUNIOR PROGRAMME

See the attached

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 JUNIOR PROGRAMME

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

WACS CONGRESS CHILE 2010 PARTNERS PROGRAMME

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

United Fisheries sign on as our Newest Platinum Partner

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

WACS Global Chefs Challenge – Pacific Rim Semi Final

(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

CANTEEN 09

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

NZ Chefs Association New Constitution

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?

Josh Emett as interviewed by Gary Miller

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....

Congratulations to the following Major Award Winners at the 2009 New Zealand Culinary Fare…

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

NZ National Culinary Fare 2009

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

New Zealand Chefs Association Names Annual Culinarian of the Year.

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

Enjoy the read More

8 August 2009

NZ Chefs Association Conference 2009

NZ Chefs Association Conference & AGM hosted by Northland Branch

NZ Chefs Association Conference 2009

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

NZCA Conference 2009  - Registration Form

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

NZCA NATIONAL AGM REMITS 2009

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

Have you Seen This Man?

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

WINNERS - The 2009 Fonterra Foodservices Canterbury Hospitality Awards

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!

Northland Matariki Hospitality Awards 2009

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 2009 Schedule

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

Call for Judges!!!!

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 Mataariki Hospitality Awards 2009

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

NZ Culinary Team Wins Gold

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

WACS Congress 2010 Chile

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

WACS Congress 2010 Chile

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.

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.

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.

WORLD CHEFS’ DAY

  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

OTAGO / SOUTHLAND BRANCH

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