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Established in 1965 as a Guild of the Cookery and Food Association, the Craft Guild of Chefs has developed into the leading Chefs’ Association in the UK and has many members worldwide.

Academy Get Set...

Academy Get Set...

Andy Twells, culinary team captain, is building up a team for the Academy's first competition, The Culinary Olympics in Erfurt, Germany. 

Whether you are a seasoned competitor or new to the competition scene, the Culinary Academy is welcoming all talented chefs to get involved.

The Culinary Olympics, which is in its 22nd year, and takes place every four years, will see over 30 countries competing in the international challenge.

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Knorr National Chef of the Year 2008

Knorr National Chef of the Year 2008

David Kennedy, chef proprietor of Black Door Restaurant in Newcastle, cooked up a storm at the fifth and final regional semi-final of the KNORR National Chef of the Year 2008, securing him a place in the grand final of the competition.

The three highest scorers Steve Allen, head chef at The Ritz Hotel, London and Clark Crawley, sous chef at Barclays Wealth, London will also be competing in the final - on 7 October at the Restaurant Show.

If you would like to purchase tickets for the event, please contact Claire Felstead by calling 020 8256 1360 or emailing claire@williammurray.co.uk.

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The Culinary Academy

The Culinary Academy

The Craft Guild of Chefs’ Culinary Academy is your key to the world of culinary competitions.
 
Whether you are a seasoned competitor or new to the competition scene, being part of the Culinary Academy will provide you with a real competitive edge.

The Academy offers a structure through which chefs can build and develop their competitive CVs, including a system of awards recognising different levels of skill and competitive excellence.

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Keep your diary in check

Keep your diary in check

Pencilling in all the events taking place in the world of food and drink can be a tricky business. Thankfully, the Craft Guild of Chefs online diary is here to help. With everything from food festivals to seminars to competitions you'll never miss a trick.

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Graduate Awards 2008

Graduate Awards 2008

Open to members and non-members alike, the Graduate Awards 2008 is once again offering working chefs under the age of 23 the chance to sharpen their culinary skills in a series of challenging examinations, with great prizes up for grabs for those that make the grade. Click on the link below for more information and an entry form...

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Latest Events…

09.09.2008

Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Awards Lunch

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09.09.2008

Managing Your Pest Control Contract – Acheta Training Course

This course run by Dr John Simmons of Acheta and hosted by SOFHT will provide the information and advice necessary to implement and manage a pest control contra… More…

11.09.2008

Hospitality Action

The venue will be transformed into a fun-filled arena where competitors will do battle with foam, inflatables and industry rivals to win the coveted title of IA… More…

Latest News…

05.09.2008

The Restaurant Show goes eco-friendly

A number of exhibitors at this year’s Restaurant Show reflect the growing demand for environmentally friendly and ethically produced & sourced products.… More…

05.09.2008

Mentoring scheme for Welsh chefs has the right ingredients

A new training scheme to improve standards in the Welsh hospitality industry got underway in Cardiff this week showing experienced chefs how to mentor their sta… More…

04.09.2008

Gourmet restaurant drops £40 signature dish

Hakkasan, one of the most talked about restaurants in London has removed its signature shark fin soup from its menu according to reports in The Independent news… More…

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