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The Star
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Win tickets to a Masterclass at The Good Life Show
Top South African and international chefs, mixologists and food personalities will be taking to the stage when the Good Life Show comes to Cape Town in May. Aimed at anyone with an interest in food, health, wellness, the environment or more conscious living as well as trade professionals (retail and foodservice) looking for innovative high-quality products. The Good Life Show will feature thousands of high-quality and innovative food, drink and conscious living brands and products available in South Africa right now. Visitors can meet some big name local and international chefs and discover products and services in an entertaining, engaging and informative way. INTERNATIONAL CHEFS Bettina Campolucci Bordi - UK plant-centric and wellness chef Dr. Aris LaTham - Internationally acclaimed raw gourmet food pioneer Jameson Stocks – Renowned British Michelin-starred celebrity chef LOCAL CHEFS Abigail Donnelly - Food Director for Woolworths Taste Magazine and Creative Stylist for Woolworths Amerae Vercueil - Celebrated cookbook author, food stylist, chef, and nutritional coach Clement Pedro - Chef, Food Stylist and Presenter Emma Claire Peter – Culinary Innovator Greg Henderson - International award-winning wild and indigenous chef and WWF Ambassador Jenny Morris – The Giggling Gourmet Luke Lawrence Barry - Executive Chef at Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel Roxanne Read - Award-winning mixology maven & head trainer at the prestigious European Bartender School Ru Furusa – Chef, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer celebrating food diversity Siphiwe Sithole – Farming Pioneer and, indigenous African crops expert Surendra Kumar – Executive Chef at Taj Cape Town uMenzi Mbonami – Food Artist and expert in Permaculture and Indigenous African Cuisines WOOLWORTHS CHEFS Anita Van Wyk - Food & Nutrition Expert Lehanie Müller - Product Developer at Woolworths Mika Zorgman - Macrobiotics and Plant-based Nutrition Expert Monique Malan - Product Developer at Woolworths The Good Life Show Organiser, Heidi Warricker says: 'We are absolutely thrilled to have such a stellar line-up of chef talent on board. One of the biggest trends worldwide is wellness, sustainability and food awareness, and this is where the Good Life Show is bang on target. "People are becoming more aware of what they are consuming, where it comes from as well as the effects on the environment. Chefs are actively seeking to source higher quality, locally sourced, and often smaller producer ingredients. This trend is driven by a desire for fresh, flavourful and healthier food, support for local communities, and a growing emphasis on sustainability and ethically produced goods.' Complete the entry form below to stand a chance to win a double ticket to the Masterclass at the Cape Town edition of The Good Life Show at Cape Town International Convention Centre Friday, May 30, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 10:00 to 16:00
IOL News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Dr. Aris LaTham: the father of gourmet ethical raw foods cuisine arrives in South Africa
Dr. Aris LaTham will be one of the many celebrity chefs at the Good Life Show this weekend Image: Supplied The culinary world is abuzz with excitement as the renowned Panamanian-born chef and health influencer, Dr. Aris LaTham, arrives in South Africa for his first-ever tour. Known as the "father of gourmet ethical raw foods cuisine in America", Dr. Aris is set to captivate attendees at The Good Life Show taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 30 May to 1 June, and later in Johannesburg from 1 to 3 August at the Kyalami International Convention Centre. At 77 years old, Dr. Aris embodies vitality and health, serving as a source of inspiration for over a million fans worldwide who seek a life rich in fresh, living foods. His guiding philosophy, "it is not the food in your life, but the life in your food that nourishes", resonates well with health enthusiasts eager to learn how to incorporate wholesome ingredients into their diets. Known for his innovative "sun-cooked" cuisine, Dr. Aris will showcase his culinary expertise through a series of demonstrations highlighting his signature sweet and savoury Paradise pies, alongside a menu bursting with refreshingly unique and surprising delights. Visitors can look forward to tantalising dishes such as the traditional curry plantain and a vibrant green life salad topped with creamy cashew cheese. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ As the founder of the Sunfired Culinary Institute and Sunfired Foods, Dr. Aris has dedicated his life to training aspiring chefs in the art of gourmet ethical raw food. His mastery in the craft draws from a personal library of over 15,000 books, where he has meticulously studied various culinary traditions. This dedication has led to the creation of his acclaimed Sunfired raw foods cuisine, which has received standing ovations at international food events, from Italy to India. During The Good Life Show, Dr. Aris will not only be a keynote speaker but also engage attendees in a Masterclass where they can learn his culinary secrets firsthand. In addition, he is set to team up with a renowned South African chef for an exciting collaborative demonstration. The event is designed to ignite curiosity and enthusiasm in visitors, encouraging them to explore the vast potential of fresh, plant-based ingredients. Attendees will also have the chance to visit Dr. Aris's eatery stand to savour his celebrated dishes, such as the 'Fun Burger' and 'Pizza Please', both of which provide a healthy twist on comfort food without sacrificing flavour or nutrition. Guests can purchase his products and engage directly with the culinary innovator himself, gaining insights into his philosophy around nourishing oneself through food. Excited about his first visit to South Africa, Dr. Aris expressed a keen interest in exploring the country's agricultural wealth and the plethora of ingredients and spices it offers. "I already feel an instant connection to South Africa's wellness scene," he noted, emphasising the importance of fresh, living foods in enhancing our vitality. "I hope to encourage more South African chefs to break the boundaries and explore the exciting world of raw cuisine."
