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Don’t wait, get vaccinated!
The Covid-19 vaccine video made by our students aims to encourage our community and all New Zealanders to get vaccinated. A very high vaccination rate is vital for us to make our population safe from serious disease, keep our hospitals...
Noel Leeming Friends and Family Deals
Friends and families of Ignite Colleges – that’s you! – can enjoy discounted prices at Noel Leeming stores in the Auckland region between 14-27 June.
Kiwi mushroom dishes go global online
As the hospitality industry grapples with Covid-19 restrictions, some of New Zealand’s top foodies are finding innovative new ways to showcase Kiwi produce. Next month, New Zealand will make its debut at the eighth Soria Gastronomica, considered to be...
Connecting Cultures Through Culinary Arts
Travelling 19 000 kilometres for tapas and truffles may seem extreme to some, but for Auckland chef Jasbir Kaur it's all in a day's work. Read the full story
La Botica Internship for Bettina Adriano
When Bettina Adriano gained a scholarship to study cookery, she never imagined just how far it would take her. But fast forward 12 months and not only has she got an industry respected culinary arts qualification - but she also...
Top chef: Kaur blimey, Jasbir a hit in Spain
Nineteen thousand kilometres is a long way to travel for truffles, but for Farm Cove local Jasbir Kaur it’s all in a day’s work.
Climbed To The Top
Winika Hutchins always dreamed of becoming a top chef. This year, she will realise her dream, representing New Zealand in the world truffles championships—Cocinando con Trufa.
Master of Tapas
When it comes to tapas, Ignite Colleges General Manager chef Jasbir Kaur knows her stuff.
Auckland Schools Cook for Cancer
A group of Auckland high schools have teamed up with a top cookery school to raise money for Kiwi kids with cancer.
Tantalus Estate Head Chef wins Australasian Tapas Comp
Tino Passano, head chef at Waiheke Island’s Tantalus Estate Vineyard, has been named the Australasian Tapas Champion for 2019, earning a spot at the World Tapas competition in Spain later this year.
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