SA Chefs Association has announced the election of Chef Coo Pillay as its new president, as the organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary
SA Chefs Association welcomes new president, Chef Coo Pillay, and celebrates 50 years of culinary excellence
“And I am also the second South African president elected in this 50-year history, following James Khoza, who was the first. I think it truly shows how the culinary landscape in South Africa has evolved.”Chef Pillay added that Chef Khoza played a pivotal role in diversifying the organisation and highlighting South African talent, setting the stage for him to further this mission.
The association’s impact was highlighted early on through international achievements, such as its outstanding performance at the 1980 IKA Culinary Olympics, where the South African team earned five gold medals. “Our goal is to be more accessible to our members and the industry at large, utilising digital tools to strengthen our network,” he explained.
He sees mentorship as a way for seasoned chefs to guide and inspire the next generation, helping them to hone their skills and develop their own unique culinary voices.
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