FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR PROUD TO BE A CHEF 2021
/Following extensive evaluation by an expert panel of judges, Anchor™ Food Professionals is pleased to announce the 32 finalists for next year’s Proud to Be a Chef program.
Read MoreFollowing extensive evaluation by an expert panel of judges, Anchor™ Food Professionals is pleased to announce the 32 finalists for next year’s Proud to Be a Chef program.
Read MoreIn a year like no other, Nestlé GOLDEN CHEF'S HAT AWARD has adapted to a new virtual format, sourcing a top ten line-up of young chef talent from right across Australia and New Zealand, with one chef just revealed as the Golden Chef of the Year.
Read MoreIntroducing Goodrop - the complete cooking oil delivery and management solution. Australian made certified non-GM canola-based Goodrop Premium Frying Oil is an authentic ‘paddock to plate’ product which lasts longer and ensures better quality results.
Read MoreUpfield Professional ANZ has introduced FLORA Professional Plantcream, a multipurpose plant-based alternative that tastes and performs just like dairy cream.
Read MoreHelga’s bakers bake loaves with a soft texture, no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives and big slices so your customers can enjoy satisfying, full-size sandwiches and toast everyday. The range includes a large variety of loaves including white, wholemeal and mixed grain, plus a white roll variant.
Read MoreTip Top Burger Thins weigh only 34 grams whereas a standard burger bun usually weighs in between 70-100 grams. They offer a reduced carbohydrate count on any burger for those diners on a ‘carb conscious’ diet while also boasting the added benefit of being FODMAP friendly.
Read MoreAnchor Whipping Cream is a high performing, versatile product ideal for all of your dessert and patisserie needs. Showcase your skills with a product that keeps its shape and won’t let you down.
Read MoreThe Nestlé GOLDEN CHEF'S HAT AWARD is gearing up for the inaugural 2020 virtual grand finals, having sourced the top ten line-up of young chef talent from across Australia and New Zealand.
In a year like no other, Australia’s longest-running culinary competition has responded with an exciting new format to ensure that culinary talent could still put themselves to the test and elevate their careers.
Read MoreThursday, 1 October, Sydney, Australia - Today on International Coffee Day, the world comes together to recognise the millions of people across the globe who work hard to create and serve the coffee we all love! From farmers, to roasters, baristas, caterers, coffee shop owners, right through to our very own team at Nestlé Gympie in Queensland, the home of NESCAFÉ.
Read MoreWhether you stack, dip or load them, their versatile shape makes them an appealing addition to any menu - as an appetiser, side serve or second fry.
Read MoreMade with Australian grown sweet potatoes, new Edgell 10mm Sweet Potato Chips are ideal as a versatile side, premium snack or second menu chip offering. And they’ll hold longer than any comparable product on the market – so your customers need never have a soggy sweet potato chip again!
Read MoreAnchor Food Professionals is running a fresh seasonal promotion for the Spring menu, to help give foodservice operators a positive boost as we look back on a tough year and towards the promise of better times ahead.
Read MoreTip Top Foodservice has expanded its Tip Top Burger Bun Range to include a Gluten Free Bun that looks and tastes like a ‘real’ bread bun.
Read MoreAre your customers fans of chocolate, caramel or carrot cake? Australia’s three most popular cake flavours are now even more irresistible than ever.
Read MoreTo meet the ongoing health demands of your customers, Peerless Foods now offers proudly Australian owned and made vegan Vita-lite Canola Spread in portion control packs (PCP).
Read MoreBirch and Waite’s range of Vegan Mayonnaise is fresh-chilled and batch crafted with the finest authentic ingredients, and proudly Australian made.
Read MoreMette Munk Danish pastries are premium quality, made from free range eggs and free from artificial flavours or colourings have two new offerings; Cinnabun Whirl and Nougat Nut Whirl.
Read MoreThe Nestlé GOLDEN CHEF'S HAT AWARD is excited to reveal the top 10 Grand Finalists of the inaugural virtual culinary competition.
This year has been like no other. In response to the challenges presented by the hospitality lockdowns, the competition quickly pivoted from a regional cook-off in culinary kitchens across Australia, to video entry. A new trans-Tasman element was also introduced with the competition launching into New Zealand to support even more chefs.
Read MoreDesigned to assist students with their studies and ultimately help them achieve their career ambitions, Nestlé Professional is proud to be continuing its support of William Angliss students in these challenging times when culinary apprentices are facing a difficult road ahead.
Read MoreFour hospitality industry professionals have come together to launch the Chef’s Milk Crate (CMC), a dedicated professional network that brings together industry chefs, cooks, and apprentices.
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Attimi by Dario Manca takes Restaurant of the Year at the 2026 Hostplus Awards for Excellence. See all national winners from Restaurant & Catering Australia.
Oli & Vine’s new Mango Habanero Sauce from Goodman Fielder Food Service pairs sweet mango with lingering habanero heat. Fresh chilled and ready to use.
New Nestlé Professional research reveals young chefs remain passionate about hospitality but want better pay, work-life balance and mentorship to build lasting careers, with 2026 Golden Chef of the Year Ashleigh Handsaker speaking to the impact of mentorship on her own journey.
In a historic moment for South Australian hospitality operators, the State has been named the exclusive home of Michelin Guide for the next twelve months.
National President, R&CA John Hart, OAM praised the commitment of the South Australian Tourism Committee (SATC) in bringing this vision to life and highlighted the launch as a golden opportunity to showcase South Australia as a world-class destination.
Chef and restaurateur Shannon Bennett has backed a new Australian burn cream after trying the product first-hand in his own kitchens.
This International Chefs Day, Glenn Flood asks who passed the sauce to you. Grab the Secret Sauce Kindle book for 99c on 20 October 2026.
Izy.Aki and Arrana take top honours at the 2026 Hostplus Awards for Excellence, as Restaurant & Catering Australia celebrates NSW's best restaurants, cafes and caterers ahead of October's National Gala.
Cafés, coffee businesses and coffee lovers are being invited to turn their daily cuppa into tangible support for young Australians doing it tough, as Youth Off The Streets launches its 2026 Cup of Kindness campaign.
Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) releases Future Menus Vol. 4, its annual report highlighting the trends that are set to shape the foodservice industry (restaurants, cafés, pubs and similar businesses), locally and globally in the near future.
Australia's culinary legends Matt Moran, Neil Perry AM, Peter Gilmore, Danielle Alvarez and Mindy Woods are amongst the all-star chefs set to team up with 300 business leaders to support OzHarvest's national mission to deliver more than five million meals for Australians doing it tough.
The Australian Culinary Federation (ACF) is proud to announce the champions of the 2026 ACF National Apprentice Competition and ACF Culinary Challenge, celebrating outstanding culinary skill, dedication, creativity and professionalism.
Hunter Valley sous chef takes home prestigious title and over $10,000 in prizes in Australia's longest-running culinary competition.
Well known industry figure Tony Sandeberg – former Advisory Executive Chef at Goodman Fielder Foodservices and Australian Culinary Olympic team representative – is lending his support to Ken Hutt OAM’s fundraising efforts to help eradicate polio.
Goodman Fielder has launched Olivani, a new range of olive oils built for the realities of a professional kitchen, where consistency matters and there's no room for a bad batch to derail service.
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