Chefs Training & Innovation Academy

Africa’s Best Culinary Training Institution – World Culinary Awards 2025 At CTIA, culinary education is more than training — it’s transformation. Founded in 2009, our women-led institution has grown from one campus in Centurion to a national footprint with campuses in Stellenbosch, Durban, Mbombela, and Online. We’re shaping South Africa’s next generation of chefs, entrepreneurs, and culinary innovators through world-class, accredited programmes in Culinary Arts, Pastry, and Advanced Chef Management. Our mission: to empower talent, foster creativity, and connect education with real-world industry impact — from kitchen to career. We partner with leading hotels, restaurants, and global brands to create internship, placement, and upskilling opportunities that benefit both students and the hospitality industry. Whether you’re a future chef, a hospitality educator, or an industry collaborator — let’s build the future of food, together.