Renowned chef David Higgs of The Saxon Boutique Hotel Villas & Spas in Johannesburg, will be accompanying MTN-Qhubeka p/b Samsung to their Tour de France debut, and taking care of all the team’s meals on the trip.
Higgs will be an invaluable addition to the team, especially to the riders and staff at the Tour the France. Dr Carol Austin, Head of Performance Support and Medical explains: “During the tour our riders will be under relentless, extreme athletic load. To ensure that they perform at the best and remain healthy our team nutritionist, Dr Robert Child, has designed individualized sports nutrition plans for each athlete. David will preparing food which is nutritious, delicious and diverse for our athletes in accordance with these plans. We are delighted to have David on board; he is a highly regarded South African culinary expert and passionate team fan. As a two time finisher of the Cape-Epic mountain bike race he has personal experience of the extreme demands of our sport, and the importance of food as nourishment to an athlete’s body, mind and soul!”
Commenting on his role, Higgs said: “I have done some special events and cooked for incredible people in my career. But looking after the nutritional needs of the first African team at the world’s biggest bike race is an honour. I would like to thank Douglas (Ryder) for entrusting me with the task ahead and The Saxon Hotel and Nederburg for the opportunity and time.”
Nederburg, South Africa’s leading and most awarded winery, will also be partnering with the team. Claudia Colussi, global general manager for Nederburg, said: “It is an honour for Nederburg support this major boost for the sport on the continent. By investing in talent and training, the initiative is investing in Africa’s future.
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