by Stephen Hickmore | Sep 5, 2025 | Featured, News
Discover SHS’s 33 on Bond RestaurantAt The Swiss Hotel School South Africa (SHS), the 33 on Bond Restaurant stands out as the institution’s signature culinary venture. Fully licensed and professionally managed by final-year students, this pop-up-style...
by External Contributor | Sep 5, 2025 | Focus, Hospitality Opinion Blog, News, Podcasts
What to Look For in a Hospitality & Culinary School What matters when you choose a school If you’re serious about a career in hotels, restaurants, resorts or events, the right school should deliver solid accreditation, hands-on training, strong industry links,...
by Stephen Hickmore | Sep 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
10 Key Lessons Restaurateurs Can Learn from Unreasonable Hospitality Introduction In Unreasonable Hospitality, Will Guidara—the former general manager of Eleven Madison Park—reveals how pushing beyond the expected transforms service. His philosophy helped EMP rise to...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Contactless Hospitality: How Technology is Redefining Guest Service in 2025 The Future of Guest Service Is Touch-Free In 2025, guest expectations are changing faster than ever. From luxury hotels in Sandton to boutique restaurants in Cape Town, contactless hospitality...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Street Food to Fine Dining: How South African Flavours Are Inspiring Global Menus Introduction South African cuisine has always been a melting pot of cultures, shaped by indigenous traditions, colonial influences, and global migration. In 2025, this diverse culinary...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 22, 2025 | Featured, News
The Rise of Experiential Dining in South Africa Introduction Across the globe, and increasingly in South Africa, dining is no longer just about food—it’s about the experience. Guests are looking for meals that engage all five senses, combining flavour with...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Hospitality Trends 2025: Innovation, Sustainability, and Guest Experience The Future of South African Hospitality South Africa’s hospitality industry is evolving faster than ever. Technology, sustainability, and guest expectations are driving innovation across hotels,...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 21, 2025 | Featured, News, Podcasts
From the Streets to the Spotlight South African street food is more than a casual snack—it’s a source of culinary inspiration. Chefs are taking flavours like bunny chow, boerewors, and chakalaka and elevating them to fine dining creations. Blending Tradition with...
