Ewan Johnston | Cooking is a passion and love of food

We sat down with the friendly chef to find out a little more about his passions and his current journey through Capsicum:

So... (Drumroll please) Why Capsicum?

After 8 years travelling and working in the industry in Africa and Europe. I decided to return home with my knowledge and experience with the ambition to share all of this with other young aspiring chefs. So as Capsicum was my culinary institution I qualified with, I thought being Capsicum Alumni this would be the perfect career to do so. I have been working at Capsicum for just under two years now and absolutely love doing what I do.   

What has been your biggest highlight in your culinary journey?

I have had the privilege of cooking for the President of Zambia and the governor of the Katanga province in the DRCongo and their delegates. This was by far my best chef experience. 

IMPRESSIVE CHEF!

What would your best advice be to your students and others who want to study cooking?

Cooking food is not just a job. It's a passion and love of food. In order to be a great chef you need to work for great people who love what you do and have the same drive and aspirations as you do. But most importantly cook the best you can and have fun doing it.

What was your own worst kitchen nightmare?

Working for a boss and not a leader.

What would be your last supper?

A good old Italian pasta dish with a good bottle of red.

What has been your most memorable student-lecturer moment?

Seeing the look on my students faces when they graduate. The look of fulfilment and success and to know that their journey has only begun. 

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