Young Guns - Chef Carla Schulz
Chef Carla Schulz
“Young South Africans set to take over the world... we’re celebrating the young movers and shakers who are making waves in the entertainment, fashion and food industries. Introducing Chef Carla Schulz.”
CHEF CARLA SCHULZ
Last year's top graduate at the Jackie Cameron School of Food and Wine was offered her very first job - on Youth Day 2016 - at Luke Dale-Roberts' award-winning Cape Town restaurant, The Test Kitchen.
Birth town?
Born and grew up in Jozi.
Passions?
Food! Food! Food! Anything and everything about it. Eating, cooking, creating - I love it.
Current project?
Endlessly fermenting different vinaigrettes and playing with flavours since being gifted a 25-year-old Scoby (kombucha maker).
Food philosophy?
My two biggest influences in the culinary world so far are Jackie Cameron and Luke Dale Roberts who believe in local is lekker and the importance of seasonal ingredients.
Mentor?
My head chef, Ryan Cole. He makes me hungry to want to be a better chef.
Biggest success?
Securing my first job at the No 1 ranked restaurant in Africa.
Dream job?
I'm living it at The Test Kitchen. I thank my lucky stars every night.
Icon?
Grant Achatz (US chef and restaurateur - a leader in molecular gastronomy). The theatrical drama and mind games he introduces into every dish pushes food and the dining experience to its limits and beyond.
Treasured possession?
A beautiful clay spoon, a gift from chef Luke Dale Roberts. I have it on display on my bedroom shelf and I'll cherish it forever.
Keeps you up at night?
Thinking about tomorrow's prep list.
Fantasy clients?
A table for four - the ultimate chefs. Rene Redzepi, Grant Achatz, Massimo Bottura and Alex Atala.