Experience Italy Through Food, Culture & Culinary Mastery
Limited spaces available. Secure your place and experience Italy like never before.
RSVP Now: Online or with Anna-Marié at info@prueleith.co.za
- Call: 012 654 5203
- Email: info@prueleith.co.za
- Online Application Form
Upcoming Short Courses & Events
- Event A Tavola! Cooking & Talking Italian27 – 31 July 2026
- Event 1st Africa Tapas Competition3 October 2026
- Event Join us for a Taste of Spain1 October 2026
- Event Experience Spanish Tapas3 October 2026
- Event Join Us For Open Day19 September 2026
- Event Spring on a PlateFine Dining At Its Best
- Event 2026 Short CoursesSign up
- Event 2026 Teachers ConferenceBook your spot - 2 October
Calling all African Chefs to Compete on the World Stage
The 1st Africa Tapas Competition takes place at Prue Leith Culinary Institute on 3 October 2026, in partnership with the Embassy of Spain in South Africa, giving two talented chefs the chance to represent Africa at the World Tapas Competition Final in Valladolid, Spain.
Create a tapa worthy of the world stage. Chefs must submit a completed application form by 23 September 2026 and a recipe for an original, unpublished tapa.
ENTER HERE
For more information: info@e-spain.eu
Es Sabores de España – The Flavours of Spain
We are delighted to host a range of Spanish events during the week of the first Africa Tapas Competition.
Join us for a Flavours of Spain dinner with tapas and Spanish Cuisine Expert Chef Jasbir Kaur.
When: 1 October 2026, 19:00
Where: Prue Leith Restaurant
What: Spanish 5 Course dinner with Spanish wine
Cost: R895
Reserve your Table: restaurant@prueleith.co.za
Learn all about Spanish Tapas and Pintxos
Join us for a culinary education in Spanish tapas, with a sneak peek at the first Africa Tapas Competition.
When: 3 October, 11:00-15:00
What: Sample and learn about a variety of different tapas and Spanish wine, and attend the Tapas Competition prize-giving.
Cost: R150
Considering A Culinary Career?
2027 enrolment is now open at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute, where great chefs begin.
Join us at our Open Days to explore exciting culinary careers, tour our state-of-the-art facilities, and discover how our industry-focused training prepares students for success in the culinary and hospitality industry.
Enjoy an informative presentation, a guided campus tour, and a taste of our students’ exceptional culinary skills.
RSVP now: Online or with Anna-Marié at info@prueleith.co.za
A Taste of Spring at the Prue Leith Restaurant
Welcome spring with us at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute Restaurant. Our Spring Menu Celebrates seasonal ingredients, vibrant flavours and refined culinary craftsmanship.
Functions & events: restaurant@prueleith.co.za
Restaurant Reservations: reception@prueleith.co.za
Want to improve your kitchen skills?
If one of your New Year’s resolutions includes improving your cooking skills and gaining confidence in the kitchen, our short courses are perfect for you!
Types of Courses:
From one-day courses that master specific skills like baking, pasta making, or healthy cooking to one-week courses that turn you into an advanced cake or Italian food expert.
Find out More:
https://www.prueleith.co.za/product-category/short-courses/
Questions? info@prueleith.co.za
Prue Leith Annual Teachers Conference
The Prue Leith Culinary Teachers’ Conference is our annual gathering created exclusively for high school Hospitality and Consumer Studies teachers. It provides a valuable opportunity for educators to reconnect, exchange ideas and discover fresh inspiration for the classroom. This year’s theme is Spanish Cuisine and Food Culture.
Book Today – https://www.prueleith.co.za/product/prue-leith-teachers-conference-2026/
Questions? info@prueleith.co.za
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A Tavola! Cooking & Talking Italian27 – 31 July 2026 Event
Experience Italy Through Food, Culture & Culinary Mastery
Limited spaces available. Secure your place and experience Italy like never before.
RSVP Now: Online or with Anna-Marié at info@prueleith.co.za
-
1st Africa Tapas Competition3 October 2026 Event
Calling all African Chefs to Compete on the World Stage
The 1st Africa Tapas Competition takes place at Prue Leith Culinary Institute on 3 October 2026, in partnership with the Embassy of Spain in South Africa, giving two talented chefs the chance to represent Africa at the World Tapas Competition Final in Valladolid, Spain.
Create a tapa worthy of the world stage. Chefs must submit a completed application form by 23 September 2026 and a recipe for an original, unpublished tapa.
ENTER HERE
For more information: info@e-spain.eu -
Join us for a Taste of Spain1 October 2026 Event
Es Sabores de España – The Flavours of Spain
We are delighted to host a range of Spanish events during the week of the first Africa Tapas Competition.
Join us for a Flavours of Spain dinner with tapas and Spanish Cuisine Expert Chef Jasbir Kaur.
When: 1 October 2026, 19:00
Where: Prue Leith Restaurant
What: Spanish 5 Course dinner with Spanish wine
Cost: R895
Reserve your Table: restaurant@prueleith.co.za -
Experience Spanish Tapas3 October 2026 Event
Learn all about Spanish Tapas and Pintxos
Join us for a culinary education in Spanish tapas, with a sneak peek at the first Africa Tapas Competition.
When: 3 October, 11:00-15:00
What: Sample and learn about a variety of different tapas and Spanish wine, and attend the Tapas Competition prize-giving.
Cost: R150
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Join Us For Open Day19 September 2026 Event
Considering A Culinary Career?
2027 enrolment is now open at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute, where great chefs begin.
Join us at our Open Days to explore exciting culinary careers, tour our state-of-the-art facilities, and discover how our industry-focused training prepares students for success in the culinary and hospitality industry.
Enjoy an informative presentation, a guided campus tour, and a taste of our students’ exceptional culinary skills.
RSVP now: Online or with Anna-Marié at info@prueleith.co.za
-
Spring on a PlateFine Dining At Its Best Event
A Taste of Spring at the Prue Leith Restaurant
Welcome spring with us at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute Restaurant. Our Spring Menu Celebrates seasonal ingredients, vibrant flavours and refined culinary craftsmanship.
Functions & events: restaurant@prueleith.co.za
Restaurant Reservations: reception@prueleith.co.za -
2026 Short CoursesSign up Event
Want to improve your kitchen skills?
If one of your New Year’s resolutions includes improving your cooking skills and gaining confidence in the kitchen, our short courses are perfect for you!
Types of Courses:
From one-day courses that master specific skills like baking, pasta making, or healthy cooking to one-week courses that turn you into an advanced cake or Italian food expert.Find out More:
https://www.prueleith.co.za/product-category/short-courses/
Questions? info@prueleith.co.za -
2026 Teachers ConferenceBook your spot - 2 October Event
Prue Leith Annual Teachers Conference
The Prue Leith Culinary Teachers’ Conference is our annual gathering created exclusively for high school Hospitality and Consumer Studies teachers. It provides a valuable opportunity for educators to reconnect, exchange ideas and discover fresh inspiration for the classroom. This year’s theme is Spanish Cuisine and Food Culture.
Book Today – https://www.prueleith.co.za/product/prue-leith-teachers-conference-2026/
Questions? info@prueleith.co.za
Upcoming Short Courses
Mastering Macarons
1 Day Course
Cost: R965.00
Course Dates
7 Nov 8 seats
Valentine’s Couples Cooking
1 Day Course
Cost: R1,890.00
Course Dates
13 Feb 12 seats
Kitchens of the World
1 Day Course
Cost: R910.00
Course Dates
31 Oct Full20 Feb 12 seats
Fabulous Fish
1 Day Course
Cost: R1,530.00
Course Dates
27 Feb 12 seats