"PLANET EARTH IS SPECIAL, BECAUSE 

OF US!"

- Master Khumo Ndlovu.

I find it highly fascinating, whenever I come across people whose success is aligned with my deepest desires. In this life and the ones to follow, I pledge for us to consistently adhere to the calling of our nature. In light of doing-so, we should always attempt to carry those surrounding us, towards greater heights, wherever we can. 

A few months ago, I found myself thrust into my dream job, under the strong guidance of a man whom I knew very little about. I was amazed to learn of my Head Chef, David Higgs and his abundance of success as a world-class chef. The Namibian raised philanthropist, reminisces on the ideals of sharing family meals and indulging in the art of fishing as a young scholar - amidst a brief sit-down I had, with the country's number one. His love for imparting knowledge on others is evident in his educational techniques; which require: great attention to clarity, immense strength and a hint of militant precision. 

I believe that the most powerful of people have a calming ability to silence a room with their presence. This is the inspirational respect that I have witnessed upon working under the strong guidance of Chef David Higgs. The ways in which he leads a team and specifically the one in our kitchen, is admirable in its own light and it no longer comes to me, as a surprise, that he has achieved grandeur status, within his career as a Culinary Artist. The Food Cycle is a foundation which he initiated through his love for uplifting the community and his spirit of 'togetherness'. It is the epitome of the balance between nutrition, physical activity and the acquisition of knowledge in all forms.

"Superman" - A core fitness technique being demonstrated by super-cyclist, Tshepo Nyrenda.

Food Cycle is aimed at coordinating the rehabilitation of previously and currently disadvantaged children; by means of redirecting their energy towards the activity of cycling and creating a hub through which they can gain access to their nutritional well-being and its maintenance herewith.

www.foodcycle.co.za

Anyone who believes in saving the children, is to be commended for the thought alone. It is of grave importance that we begin to open our minds up to the social dynamics of our societies as a whole. The type of education that one can gain through food education paired with the implementation of nutritional small-scale farming, will benefit our successors in the days to come. It makes me ecstatic to know that there are individuals, near and far who are confidently exploring the ultimate dream, to eradicate hunger. This is why I am in love with what I do, because every other day, I am propelled towards the true purpose of my existence. A healthy body begets a healthy mind and this, is the  outstanding goal. 

Together with my fellow colleagues, Tshepo (left) and Tendani (right), Chef David is pushing the envelope of interaction, in the hopes of making significant changes to the lives of surviving individuals in our community. We ought to give thanks for: the opportunities that we are presented with daily, our abilities to have a deeper understanding for our sense of purity and in our yearning to enlighten others to thrive in their own right.

Thank you for the inspiration. May the enrichment of your efforts, bear fruit atop the exploration of self and selves-alike.

Best,

Khaleesi Ipeleng x

P.S. Keep Eating... For Life!