4 young Austrian Volunteers at Cooktastic

Our volunteers at Cooktastic have been an incredible and unexpected addition to our project. What started as a spontaneous idea quickly turned into valuable aspects of our work. Their presence has not only been a huge help but has also created a beautiful space for cultural exchange and learning.

The interaction between the students and the volunteers has proven to be extremely enriching. Through cooking together, they share experiences, skills, and perspectives, fostering mutual respect and understanding. It’s amazing to see how much both sides benefit—students gain confidence and new insights, while volunteers are inspired by the energy and curiosity of the young participants.

We are beyond grateful for the dedication, enthusiasm, and warmth our volunteers bring, making each session not just about food but also about meaningful connections and growth.

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As part of a four-day state visit to South Africa, Austrian Federal President Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, accompanied by First Lady Doris Schmidauer and a high-level economic and cultural delegation, paid a visit to our social enterprise Cooktastic in Cape Town.
She is Mama Cooktastic for several hundred of our graduates. Since the launch of Cooktastic in 2020, for the very first time Mbuyi visits Austria – the country that´s been a strong supporter from the start and now welcomed her like a best friend.
No “normal” business. It´s a place, where culinary excellence meets with social impact. Some of our top graduates, young Chefs from earlier disadvantaged background, deliver innovative services.