Each year on October 20th, we celebrate International Chefs Day.
Since its creation, by the Late Chef, Dr. Bill Gallagher in 2004, Worldchefs and SA Chefs have committed to using International Chefs Day to celebrate our noble profession, always remembering that it is our duty to pass on our knowledge and culinary skills to the next generation of chefs with a sense of pride and commitment to the future.
Over the past years, Worldchefs has partnered with Nestlé Professional to teach children around the globe about the importance of healthy eating by hosting fun-filled workshops worldwide.
Over the last 2 years, we were all still limited towards having workshops due to COVID-19, however, using virtual platforms and social media we were able to make an impact on many young lives around the country.
As Chefs, we are all paying closer attention to keeping ourselves and others healthy. Having a strong immune system and eating “stress-busting” foods are important.
To ensure a healthy planet for future generations, we also need to teach our children the importance of food and the impact that food production and consumption have on the environment. We can help our children, by working together in Preparing Children for a Healthy Life. This year’s campaign for International Chefs Day is “Growing A Healthy Future.”
This year on International Chefs Day, through our Regional Committees and YOU, we will teach children about healthy eating by encouraging them to be creative with food. With the Chef’s input, education and help, children can create recipes out of healthy foods and support Healthy Food for the Future.
Thank you for making a difference and never forget the power of the white jacket!
Yours in culinary,
Chefs Coo and Pinky
finscomm@sachefs.co.za
Chef Coo Pillay
World Chefs – International Chefs Day Committee Member for Africa, India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan
SA Chefs – International Chefs Day Coordinator
Chef Pinky Maruping
SA Chefs – International Chefs Day Coordinator
HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE?
Chefs from around the country are invited to host their very own Growing A Healthy Future workshop in their region. It can be a workshop for your own children or a workshop for groups of children or schools, every child can benefit from this experience. It is important to share this opportunity and message for every child to learn and enjoy eating something new!
A toolkit, provided by World Chefs and Nestle Professional, with everything you need to run an event, from instructions to materials to recipes to social media tips, has been prepared for you.
Click on the links below to download the resources:
SA Chefs Regional Committee Chairs are standing by to help you find a venue, connect with schools, and more. We are always here to support you.
For help or suggestions in hosting a Growing A Healthy Future workshop on or around October 20, 2022, please contact your Regional Committee Chair
Eastern Cape – Dean@dfca.co.za
Free State – Deon.Pastor@southernsun.com
Gauteng – Dasen.Sarugaser@tsogosun.com / rasi@openfood.co.za
Kwa-Zulu Natal – oreddy@tsebo.com
Mpumalanga – pietermalan@pappachef.co.za
North West – thea@purplecarrot.co.za
Western Cape – VANROOYENCAR@cput.ac.za / RoxanneH@hotelschool.co.za
Download your toolkit today and join Chefs from around the world by sharing and making a big impact with the children in your lives and community.
Please remember to tag The South African Chefs Association on all social media platforms: Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok.
We look forward to your participation!
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