Fresh Skills For Chefs

300 Chefs from around the South East can’t be wrong!

With the public being increasingly interested in locally sourced food, Tourism South East (TSE) is offering chefs in the Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure sector across the South East, a fantastic opportunity to develop their skills and attend Master Classes in a range of subjects that use fresh, local ingredients.

The project started in October 2007, and has held numerous activities including Master Classes and Chef Tours to Local Producers - see here for some video case studies. It is funded by the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) and has been able to offer masterclasses at heavily subsidised rates. The project is to finish in March 2010.

Master classes were generally delivered by Partner Colleges and the content of each varied by region/college, and allowed chefs of any level to either refresh or improve their knowledge in fantastic topics. Thses included Master Classes in Chocolate Heaven and Easter Chocolates, Fish and Shellfish, Breads and Pastries, as well as a day ‘Cooking in the Wild’ and ‘A Taste of Game’. Have a look at the Master Class Gallery to see more.

TSE continues to work in partnership with the Local Food Groups across the South East, the project has taken Chefs out to meet Local Producers at their businesses. Have a look at the Chef Tour Gallery to see more. The Food Groups should be your first port of call for information on sourcing food locally around the region.