Good Food Guide Awards

AN INCREDIBLE opportunityfor a young chef is up for grabs for the first time, with a young Australian orNew Zealander being given the chance to spend eight months next year studyingand working in some of the finest kitchens in Spain, courtesy of the Spanishgovernment. The successful applicant will begin with anintensive, four-week, Spanish-language course and three weeks’ training inSpanish culture, gastronomic history and produce, before a six-month stint in arestaurant. Lastyear’s participants included elBulli, Arzak, El Celler de Can Roca, MartinBerasategui, Akelarre and Mugaritz. The Training of Young Professionals in SpanishGastronomy program was created in 2007 by the Spanish Institute for ForeignTrade in response to the growing international influence of Spanish cuisinethat, in recent years, has become a leader for creativity and innovation inculinary techniques, raising awareness of the huge diversity and quality ofSpain’s most emblematic products. Thisis the first time a participant will be chosen from Australia. Applicantsmust be under 30, with at least three years’ training or experience. To apply, see Entry Details. Entries close on 20 September 2010.