Michele’s experience started at home where her mother taught her to cook, as well as observing in both her grandmothers’ kitchens. Her love for cooking and all to do with food continued when she completed her 2 year National Diploma at the Institute of Culinary Arts (ICA) in Stellenbosch.

During her time as a student at the ICA, she received the Internationally recognized City & Guilds Qualification – London, earning “Highest Possible Marks for Practical Cooking” and completed the certificate courses of South African Wines and Wines of the World at the Cape Wine Academy.
Michele returned later as a Junior Lecturer of Pastry, Baking and Confectionery.

She has trained at the famous Le Quartier Francais Restaurant in Franschhoek working under Margot Jansen. This experience combined with her technical ability resulted in her being invited as Guest Head Chef at Impalila Island Lodge in the Caprivi. Her passion for food and hands-on experience provides Michele with a unique and world-class platform in providing the Cape with the tastes of Bite!

Bite Catering was an idea from early 2000. This idea was made a reality in 2001, but took a hiatus for the owner to gain more experience and develop the idea. Bite returned in 2006 with a new look and many new ideas. It is a small company made up of people who are dedicated to delivering delicious, beautifully presented food and warm, personalized service to their clients. Custom catering is our specialty, so whether you love comfort food, classic French, rustic Italian, all organic vegan fare, or just delicious food of any type – we can prepare your ideal menu.

Bite’s catering services include menu and event planning for small events, beautiful cakes and desserts, private chef services as well as the sale of home made products and kitchen equipment.

At bite Michele works directly with every client to ensure no detail for their event, no matter how small, is overlooked.