September Greetings, Like so many of you, I too have managed to sneak a quick trip overseas and have enjoyed the refreshing freedom and luxury of international travel. Five days on beach and walking in the Noosa National Park was a welcome tonic. Getting to know more about Australia's native trees, especially the eucalyptus family of which we have so many in NZ, was a bonus. Scroll down to read more. In our Sommelier World, we have been privileged to send three talented sommeliers to attend a 2-day Training Bootcamp Workshop in Kuala Lumpur, full of wine & beverage tastings, tips of professional service and exceptional networking opportunities. Angela Allan of Culprit Restaurant and a past student of NZSFW, Suraj GC of the Park Hyatt and Jessica Wood of Noble Rot Wine Bar in Wellington have had the most amazing experience. They are pictured below with Saiko Tamura-Soga of the Japan Sommelier Association and ASI Vice President for Asia-Oceania. New part time classesWe are delighted that our Head Chef Finn Gybel has put together a Sausage-Making class for those sausage-lovers out there. Jinnie Choi has a created a handmade dumpling class. Both classes are on Saturdays. Scroll down for the links. Hospo Employee CrisisWe are actively working with international agents and colleges to promote work and study options in New Zealand. Slowly, Working Holiday Visa people are headed our way. Please encourage your own network to think of New Zealand as many young people from many countries can apply online for a working holiday visa for 12 months or more depending on their home country. Chef Qualification Recognition of Prior LearningWe will shortly have a 2 week certification programme available for internationally trained chefs to gain NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Cookery if they have over 2000 industry hours. Please email us directly if you know someone who may be interested in this pathway. admin@foodandwine.co.nz Ngā mihi, Looking for a Summer Job?Gain expertise and training in: Cookery, Barista, Baking, Wine & Cocktails Certificate in Spirits, Cocktails & Bartending Micro-Credential5 days, 9am - 2.30pm
Cocktails & Bartending - Evening sessions 3 evenings, 5:30pm - 8.30pm Learn to make classics such as Margarita, Cosmopolitan, Mojito and Caipirinha.
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Barista Part One - Part time sessions 3 evenings, 5pm - 8pm OR Weekends, 9am - 2.30pm Sausage Skills Sausage Craft Here's your opportunity to learn and be inspired by our Head Chef and sausage aficionado, Finn Gybel. Saturday: 9.30am - 2pm Handmade Dumplings Love those dumplings? Starting with a classic dough, you will roll, fill and finish a variety of dumpling shapes under the guidance of Jinnie Choi. Saturday: 9.30am - 1pm Beyond the magnificent beaches of Noosa and the Sunshine coastNoosa National Park Beyond the magnificent beaches of Noosa and the Sunshine Coast, you can also discover remnants of ancient rainforests dominated by numerous species of eucalyptus otherwise known as gum trees. Here are some of the highlights that I found during day walks in the Noosa National Park, Mt Coolum and at the Kondalilla Falls as guest of friend, Matira Taikato. There was also time for delicious food and fine Australian Wines. Read the full story here L: Strangler Fig, M: Piccabeen Plants, R: The bark of Hoop Pine Snapper with prawns and red capsicum pesto and Jericho Fumé Blanc 2020, Adelaide Hills. Certificate in Cookery, Advanced (Level 4) The Advanced Certificate in Cookery consists of two semesters. Semester One covers the Certificate in Cookery, Foundation, and Semester Two builds on these foundation skills. Speed, accuracy, and consistency are characteristics that you will develop. As your confidence grows you learn to correct mistakes, adjust seasoning and enjoy experimenting with flavors. Starts 18 October 2022 or 21 February 2023. Certificate in New Zealand Wine (Foundation) Join us from anywhere in New Zealand to learn about New Zealand wines. Delivered by Celia Hay, this NZQA Micro-Credential consists of 4 online interactive sessions, wine tastings, and more.
Working Holiday New Zealand: Hospitality Skills Over 4 weeks, explore New Zealand's Food & Beverage Experience through a series of interactive workshops to enhance your knowledge and skills:
Runs over 4 weeks Certificate in Baking & Patisserie (Micro-Credential) Learn fundamental baking and patisserie techniques required to prepare a range of classic cakes, pastries, desserts and breads. Planning the progression of baking tasks enables systematic preparation in the kitchen with satisfying results.
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