Diary April 2011

The SOURCE food and drink trade show

4th - 5th April 2011, Westpoint, Exeter

This show presents an opportunity for companies from all over the UK and abroad to meet South West buyers from retail, food service and public sector.

Details: www.sourceexhibition.co.uk

Major Series 2011

6th April 2011, New College Durham, Durham

The national competitions are open to junior and senior chefs of varying skill levels from any type of outlet and take place throughout the year at venues around the country.

A host of live and static display classes are held including pastry and restaurant skills, as well as the hot live Culinary Challenge, which allows 50 minutes to prepare and cook two individual chicken dishes.

For further information or to enter click below.

Details: www.craftguildofchefs.org/competitions/m…

Channel Islands Chef of the Year: The Grand Final

7th April 2011, Guernsey College of Further Education

The third Chef of the Year Competition is brought to you by ‘The Craft Guild of Chefs’, Nestlé Professional, and McCormick’s with support from the ‘Good Food Guernsey’ group.

This competition brings together a unique partnership committed to providing the very best opportunity for chefs to express their culinary talents.

This competition is about developing ideas, challenging yourself to be the best and expressing your skills to make a difference.

Details: www.craftguildofchefs.org/competitions/c…

North West Young Chef of the Year 2011 - Regional Heat

8th April 2011, Lancashire - Blackpool & Fylde College

The annual challenge, sponsored by Essential Cuisine, is not only the chance for under 25 year old stars to shine, but a opportunity for mentors to develop staff and students through the thrill and intensity of a competition judged by top industry chefs.

Details: www.essentialcuisine.com/en/news-topics/…

London Coffee Festival

8th - 10th April 2011, Old Trumen Brewery, Brick Lane, London

Taking place in the unique environment of the Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, the coffee-obsessed and food fanatics will be immersed in a world of discovery, tastings, demonstrations and entertainment.

Details: www.londoncoffeefestival.com

Philadelphia nationwide Young Chef of the Year

Deadline for entries is 10th April 2011

This competition is open to all trainee chefs in full time education between the ages of 17-23. We Know that Competitions are key to catering student development and Philadelphia have teamed up with the Craft Guild of Chefs, professional chef Sophie Wright, and City & Guilds to develop a competition that will stretch trainee chefs and reward the most promising individuals, giving them a helping hand as they progress towards their professional lives.

To take part, students simply register for the competition in the link below and upload their entry. Details of the competition criteria and terms & conditions can also be found online at this address.

Details: www.philadelphia.co.uk/youngchef

NECTA Salon Culinaire 2011

12th - 13th April 2011, North East Culinary and Trade Exhibition to be held at Newcastle Civic Centre

The NECTA Annual Competition is held over two days and will showcase the best Chefs and culinary students that the North East has to offer.

Details: www.necta-chef.org/

The Savoy Lecture presented by Richard Cousins, Group Chief Executive, Compass Group PLC

12th April 2011, The Savoy Hotel

After an absence of three years due to the closure of the Savoy Hotel for major renovation, the renowned Savoy Lecture returns to continue the strong tradition of having an illustrous line up of speakers. The 2011 event will continue this level of distinction with Richard Cousins, Group Chief Executive, Compass Group PLC.

Details: www.arena.org.uk

Graduate Award 2011 Entry Deadline

Entry Deadline - 16th April 2011

Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Award is a formal recognition of a young working chef’s culinary excellence. Prestigious for the chef, the Award is also a credit to their mentor and employer. All working chefs aged 23 years or under on 6th September 2011 can compete for one of these coveted Awards by testing their knowledge and skills in this free nationwide culinary challenge.

Details: www.craftguildofchefs.org/competitions/g…