Experience

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  Pacific Islands Resort Consultants

  • Author Kana Vinaka - Contemporary Island Cuisine

    • Jan 2005 - Present

    Kana vinaka means "eat well or good food" in Fijian, and is the title of Colin's new book about contemporary island cuisine. Throughout his forty years teaching and consulting in the islands, Colin has always promoted the use of fresh, local produce and the development of a more contemporary style of cuisine using the outstanding local produce. Kana Vinaka is a not-for-profit initiative by Colin and a project he has taken on in the hopes of providing lasting development for the tourism and hospitality industry in Fiji, as well as, changing the way locals eat in their own country: healthy, sustainable and lowering dependence on imports and promoting the growth and vibrancy of the economy.

  • Food & Beverage Consultant

    • Mar 2004 - Present

    Assist owners and operators with the development of systems, controls, staff training and development in their resorts throughout the South Pacific. Food and beverage management & menu development, particularly using local produce in a contemporary island style, thereby giving clients a true taste of their destination, whilst eliminating imports, is my speciality

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  Colin's Kitchen, Raglan, NZ

  • Chef/Owner

    • Mar 2004 - Present

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  Vinnies Restaurant, Raglan, NZ

  • Owner/Manager

    • Sep 1989 - Mar 2004

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  University of Hawaii-Maui Community College, Food Services Degree Program

  • Kahului, Maui

  • Program Director and Head Lecturer

    • Jul 1975 - Jul 1981
    • Kahului, Maui

    Developed, operated and taught at this new program, precursor to the Culinary Arts Programs, before migrating to New Zealand in 1981.