{"id":298461,"date":"2026-03-26T11:05:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T09:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnuus\/?p=298461"},"modified":"2026-03-26T11:05:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T09:05:44","slug":"free-state-chefs-gather-for-culinary-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/free-state-chefs-gather-for-culinary-event\/","title":{"rendered":"Free State chefs gather for culinary event"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Bloemfontein is set to host a major culinary event in April as the Free State branch of the South African Chefs Association presents InfoChef Free State 2026 at the Central University of Technology (CUT), Free State, in Bloemfontein. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This annual food event has become a staple on the culinary calendar, bringing together professionals, students, and food enthusiasts.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On Thursday 16 April the event will begin with a business breakfast, providing a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"522\" height=\"390\" data-attachment-id=\"298487\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/free-state-chefs-gather-for-culinary-event\/cooking\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cooking.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"522,390\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"cooking\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" 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continue with a Gr.11 cook-off competition, as learners from local schools compete in the finals. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional chefs will also showcase their skills, while a variety of exhibitors from the culinary industry will be on hand, offering insights into new trends and products. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"522\" height=\"390\" data-attachment-id=\"298488\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/free-state-chefs-gather-for-culinary-event\/cooking1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cooking1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"522,390\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" 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class=\"wp-element-caption\">Participants taking part in one of the competition in a previous InfoChef.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The expo is expected to draw a diverse crowd, from aspiring chefs, <a href=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/fine-dining-in-mall-seasoned-with-dreams\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/bloemnewsexpress\/fine-dining-in-mall-seasoned-with-dreams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">professionals<\/a>, hoteliers, and all who are curious about the future of the food industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The South African Chef Association and its Free State branch continue the body&#8217;s commitment to fostering culinary talent in the region, making InfoChef a highlight in Bloemfontein&#8217;s cultural calendar.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those interested in attending or learning more, further details are available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sachefsassociation\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sachefsassociation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South African Chef Association<\/a> website or its Facebook page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Young and professional chefs, aspirant chefs and all foodies are invited to visit this year&#8217;s InfoChef Event on 16 and 17 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