Union Island resident Lesia Alexander traded Shine for the cold and unpredictable weather of the UK, as she pursued training to gain a Professional Culinary qualification that is recognisable internationally.
Alexander, a chef by profession, attended Vaughan’s Cookery School located in Hopton Industrial Estate, Devizes, United Kingdom, her program ended on Saturday.
Alexander during her training was keen on learning about European and British food along with culinary techniques, and with the help of Peter Vaughan Director of Vaughn Cookery School, they developed a menu that she will take back to Chatham Bay Resort on Union Island.
Alexander and Peter also worked on using local ingredients (some of which he has never come across before) to produce vibrant new dishes.
Her employer, Antonio Genchi, CEO of Chatham Bay Resort, said he is ready for an exciting new menu that will offer something a bit different to the tourists who visit Union Island. Genchi was responsible for Alexander’s opportunity.
To enhance her learning Lesia also took part in service at the restaurant The Bistro, Devizes plus weddings and events where Vaughan’s Kitchen catering team are providing their tasty food.
Alexander took part in the Professional Kitchen Essentials course and completed the Level two Award in Culinary Skills.
This is a respected qualification, recognised both in the UK and abroad.
Vaughan’s Cookery School became an approved teaching centre for the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH) last year and can now offer professional courses.
It is one of seven independent cookery schools in the UK, joining the likes of Leith’s School of Food and Wine, Ashburton Cookery School and Tante Marie Culinary Academy, to be validated by this internationally recognised examining body.
First Published By TheOcelot