False Bay TVET College Shines at the 2023 Showcook Competition

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False Bay TVET College, a culinary school, recently distinguished itself at the prestigious 2023 Showcook Competition. The Showcook Initiative, a platform for hotel schools to showcase the creativity of their students, held its event, titled “Reaching for Young Stars,” at Mount Nelson.

A Heated Competition

The competition featured culinary schools such as Capsicum Culinary School, International Hotel School, and Cape Town Hotel School. From March to June, students received personalized instruction and mentorship from local and international experts in preparation for the culinary showdown.

Students Rise to the Occasion

False Bay TVET College’s students performed exceptionally well in various categories. Lee Peploe, for instance, received the Beverage Student of the Year award for her outstanding performance in the Cape Wine Academy.

In the Hot Chefs category, Lezanne Davids of False Bay TVET College earned the third spot, while Danielle Davenhill clinched the third place in the Pastry Chefs category. The college’s Neliswa Gwaza and Lee Peploe took the third and second spots, respectively, in the Beverage Students and Baristas categories.

A Sweet Partnership

False Bay TVET College’s students also won the Best Dessert award in the Food & Wine Pairing episode. Pastry Chef Danielle Davenhill and Beverage Student Lee Peploe partnered with Neethlingshof to create an exceptional dessert.

Nurturing Future Stars

The Showcook Competition tradition has always been to nurture the growth and development of aspiring culinary professionals. The event provides a platform for budding chefs, pastry chefs, baristas, and beverage students to showcase their skills and talents.

This year’s event featured exceptional performances from students across several schools, proving that the future of the culinary world is bright. False Bay TVET College’s students’ impressive performance in the competition reaffirms the quality of its programs and faculty. It is a testament to the college’s commitment to excellence in culinary education and the potential of its students to achieve great heights in their careers.

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