Building a personal brand as a chef means defining your culinary style, engaging with your audience, and being authentic. Learn how to stand out and grow!
Staff training: Unleash your team’s full potential
Take your restaurant’s service to the next level with daily training and a culture of continuous learning. Restaurant consultant Jenny Handley shares how to develop strengths, improve service, and build a passionate team.
Develop an appetite for food writing
Jenny Handley, Editor of the JHP Gourmet Guide, shares 10 essential tips for mastering food writing, from engaging all senses and sharing captivating stories, to developing a style for your personality shine through!
Brand sustainability: Coping with change
Find out how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the restaurant industry with insights from seasoned culinary entrepreneur, Jenny Handley. Here’s how to handle change in a way that helps your restaurant grow and thrive.
Winter dining at the Bistro at Brookdale Estate
The award-winning Bistro at Brookdale in Paarl unveils its new winter menu. Executive Chef Gary Coetzee expertly blends comforting French bistro classics with South African influences.
EAT SLEEP DRINK: The best of Franschhoek
From 14 – 28 June 2024, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is hosting an exciting new event called EAT SLEEP DRINK in partnership with Dineplan. Experience the best of Franschhoek, from top restaurants to luxury accommodation and fine wine.
A taste of luxury: Brambles Restaurant at Vivari Hotel
From fine-dining dinners, monthly wine tastings, breathtaking views and celebrating special occasions, Brambles at Vivari Hotel offers a taste of luxury just a short drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Serving success: Fostering collaboration and peak performance in restaurant teams
Discover the key to cultivating collaboration and peak performance within your restaurant staff, starting from the top down. Explore four actionable tips for fostering teamwork and achieving service excellence.
5 key metrics for gauging restaurant success
Beyond profits, these 5 metrics are crucial for gauging restaurant success. From staff fulfilment and social following to reviews, here’s what you should be measuring.
Take your service from good to great
Seasoned restaurant consultant Jenny Handley shares the telltale signs of poor service and 3 easy tips to avoid mistakes in your restaurant. Now you can elevate your service from good to great!
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