Chef Lindelwa Mthembu – turning passion into purpose

For many, cooking is a necessity. For Chef Lindelwa Mthembu, it's a calling, one that grew from family gatherings at home in KwaZulu Natal to a thriving business in Pretoria. At 40 years of age, with her own culinary company and a daughter following in her footsteps, Mthembu is living proof that passion, perseverance and…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 17, 20250Comments

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Despite the rise of robots in the kitchen, there’s still an important need for culinary schools

In an age of rapid technological advancement, the culinary world has seen a surge in the adoption of robotics and automation. From robotic arms flipping burgers to AI systems optimising food production in large kitchens, the future of food preparation appears increasingly mechanised. However, despite this evolution, the need for culinary schools remains critical. Culinary education…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 25, 20250Comments

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From legal ambitions to sweet success: the inspiring journey of Khairunnisa Koorowlay

At 36 years old, Khairunnisa Koorowlay is living proof that it's never too late to chase your dreams. From her childhood home in Eagle Park, Cape Town to her bustling home-based bakery in Parow, she's followed a winding but purposeful path, one that's taken her from the legal world straight into the heart of pastry. Koorowlay's passion…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 5, 20250Comments

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Wins for Capsicum Culinary Studio students at SA Pastry Championship 2025

Capsicum Culinary Studio's, South Africa's largest culinary school with seven campuses across the country, produced impressive results at the recently held SA Pastry Championship. Lesedi Morudi (22), who hails from Naturena and Protea Glen's Unami Binda (19) placed second in the overall competition while Relebogile Didintle (20), an undergraduate in her final year…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 17, 20250Comments

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Food and family are Chef Zanele’s staples

as she has turned her passion into a successful career Family means everything to chef and cookbook author Zanele van Zyl so it is apt that she credits them with turning her passion into a hugely successful career. "My interest in food and cooking began at a young age, growing up in a home where…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 11, 20250Comments

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The Pretoria chef celebrating African culinary heritage by creating indigenous dishes to feed the spirit

Lebo Phala is on a culinary crusade. The Pretoria East based chef and restaurateur is determined to tackle the root causes of the persistent problems associated with unhealthy eating habits. "Our ancestors had a thorough understanding of living in balance with the natural world," she says, "and it is from this premise that we need…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 4, 20250Comments

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The Queen of Tarts

Pastry chef Alison Greenlees says that being in the kitchen has been a part of her life from as early as she can remember. Starting off as a toddler and licking clean the mixing bowls and wooden spoons that her mother used while making cakes and cookies, through to her high school years, where she…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 12, 20250Comments

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The importance of mentors in the culinary industry

When speaking with the chef lecturers at Capsicum Culinary Studio - South Africa's largest culinary school with seven campuses across the country – many do not fail to hesitate giving credit to a mentor who has been responsible for shaping and guiding them on their journey to becoming an accomplished and all round proficient chef. Indeed,…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 5, 20250Comments

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Making memorable meals for moms on Mother’s Day

Capsicum Culinary Studio alumni share their recipes With Mother's Day fast approaching on Sunday, May 11, we got in touch with several successful Capsicum Culinary Studio alumni – many of whom attribute their passion for cooking to their mothers – and asked them a few questions that included sharing a recipe for something they'd make…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 30, 20250Comments

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Are Cookbooks Still Relevant?

Several chefs debate the question In today's digital age, where recipes are just a click away on websites, apps and social media platforms, the question arises: Are cookbooks still relevant? While it may seem that the convenience of online resources could make physical cookbooks obsolete, for many they remain a beloved tool in kitchens around the…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 26, 20250Comments

Tag: Capsicum Culinary Studio

Chef Lindelwa Mthembu – turning passion into purpose

Despite the rise of robots in the kitchen, there’s still an important need for culinary schools

From legal ambitions to sweet success: the inspiring journey of Khairunnisa Koorowlay

Wins for Capsicum Culinary Studio students at SA Pastry Championship 2025

Food and family are Chef Zanele’s staples

The Pretoria chef celebrating African culinary heritage by creating indigenous dishes to feed the spirit

The Queen of Tarts

The importance of mentors in the culinary industry

Making memorable meals for moms on Mother’s Day

Are Cookbooks Still Relevant?

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