Chef Bradley Teale from Bimbadgen Estate Wines demonstrates for apprentices how poached fruit can taste great in the unit Hot and Cold Desserts.

Chef Teale discussed his culinary philosophies with the young apprentices. With nine years as Executive Chef at Bimdadgen Estate wines Chef Teale shared his knowledge and gave the apprentices tips on the combination of flavors.

Chef Teale joining the class in Hot and Cold Desserts.

Chef Teale explaining the quality points of fruit and the importance of a balanced dessert menu.

Apprentice chef Wayne Issac (left) talking to Chef Teale about desserts.

Chef Teale explains to the apprentices the finer points of creating a dessert using fruit as the main ingredient.

Apprentice chefs watch, listen and learn.

The final product Saffron Poached Pears with Orange and Cardamom ice cream

Chef Francis Hernon and the apprentices from the Trade 3 class greatly appreciate Chef Bradley Teale joining the class to demonstrate a dessert for the module Hot and Cold Desserts.

Visit Chef Bradley Teale at the following web site: http://www.bimbadgen.com.au/

To download the recipe for the Saffron Poached Pears with Orange and Cardamom Ice Cream click here: http://eresources.tafensw.edu.au/search/details.aspx?toShow=886

Then click on retrieve file.

Hunter Semillon & Seafood 19th April

Hunter Semillon & Seafood on the 19th April (this is in the holidays, excellent opportunity to get some work experience hours)

The event runs from 10.30am - 4 pm, start and finish times may vary depending on the area you are working. You may also move around the areas to be exposed to different facets. This can be determined once numbers are known.

Students are required for the following, please see Nicole to put your name down

Wine Masterclasses: 8 students(setup, turn around, glass washing, pouring wines etc) (10.30 start)

Entry & Ticketing: 8 students(cash management, ticketing etc) (9.30 am start)

Cooking Demonstrations: 2 students(set up, clean up, assist committee etc) (10.30 start)

Premium/Corporate Marquees: 2 students (set up,clean up, entry etc) (12 noon start)

Mayoral Awards 27th March

Congratulations and thank you to all the students that participated in the Mayoral Awards last Thursday night. Certificate 3 Tourism and Hospitality Students completed various tasks including set up of the auditorium for the awards and escorting guests to their tables. Students also set up for the VIP function where they greeted guests and provided tray service of food and beverages. Food for the VIP function was prepared and cooked by Certificate 2 Cookery students.

There were several comments from prospective employers on the enthusiasm, professionalism and presentation of some of the students with one student being offered employment and others being encouraged to submit a copy of their resume.