The Perfect Serve

19/09/2025

𝐌𝐘 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍, 𝐌𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘: Thamani Thothe invites us into her kitchen, where culture and creativity meet in our latest episode of . See how her passion for food inspires the extraordinary blends behind White Label Fragrances and Scented Spaces.

WATCH THE FULL EPISODE HERE: https://youtu.be/K3rZfG1ZC3M?si=2uulpLycqb2EUz1O


💫

29/08/2025

Food should be one of the greatest loves the world should get to experience with no agenda and so, as our birthday month draws to a close, we are so excited to introduce 𝐌𝐘 𝐊𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐍, 𝐌𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘.

A series rooted in love, memories & connection. A look at how different people from all walks of life have been shaped and influenced by the food and kitchens they grew up in, work in, create in and break bread in.

This is our 3rd Birthday gift to the world. An homage to one of the greatest loves of all 🍽️🥂

*Look out for the first episode dropping soon on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/?si=gsaNp0xzPaOI51vC


💫

27/08/2025

💫

18/08/2025

South Africa sipped its way to the top in 2024 — 𝟕.𝟓 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬 of cognac were enjoyed, making Mzansi the fourth-largest market for cognac in the world according to the Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC).

With a 26.7% growth in volume and 24.1% jump in value, it’s clear that love for luxury is on the rise. 🇿🇦🥃



💫

📸

17/08/2025

𝐒𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 & 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 — We were recently invited for the KWV Winemaker’s Evening & it was definitely one for the books.

Here’s a taste of our experience worth bottling up hosted by KWV Classic Collection.



💫

07/08/2025

𝐓𝐏𝐒𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬: We recently brunched at and yep… every bite was worth the hype. These are the dishes we tried and loved!😋

1. 𝙃𝙊𝙏 𝙁𝙍𝙄𝙀𝘿 𝘾𝙃𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙀𝙉 𝙒𝘼𝙁𝙁𝙇𝙀
Pantry Waffle, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Slaw, Sriracha Mayo Sauce

2: 𝘾𝙃𝙐𝙍𝙍𝙊 𝙎𝙏𝙔𝙇𝙀 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙉𝘾𝙃 𝙏𝙊𝘼𝙎𝙏
Cinnamon Sugar Brioche French Toast, Macerated Strawberries, Maple Syrup, Vanilla & Beef Sausage.

3: 𝙃𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙏𝙃𝙔 𝘾𝙃𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙀𝙉 𝘽𝙊𝙒𝙇
Brown Rice, Cos Lettuce, Prego Chicken Breast, Rosa Tomatoes, Corn Salsa, Black Beans, Avocado, Herbed Crème




💫

06/08/2025

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐨’𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭?
According to Numbeo’s 2025 Restaurant Price Index, Cameroon, Mozambique and Zimbabwe top the list as the most expensive African countries to dine out, while Botswana comes in with one of the more affordable dining experiences on the continent!

Which of these country's food cultures have you experienced?



💫

30/07/2025

𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄: 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
After losing his wife, Derek “Ox” Botha turned heartbreak into heat, founding Food Infusions and creating award-winning sauces that are spicing up shelves and hearts. At 64, he’s proof that passion can spark again, even after great loss.

Catch his inspiring journey in our latest feature by visiting our website: www.theperfectservemag.com 🌶


💫

23/07/2025

💫

We did it!! Humbled. Grateful. Honoured. 🙌🏽🇿🇦🌍🇨🇦

What a privilege and humbling honour to be named one of the Top 20 Trailblazers globally at the Canadian Global Awards 2025, representing South Africa once again on an international stage.

To be recognised alongside such extraordinary individuals from across the world, each one shaping their industries, lifting communities, and using their voice for purpose, is deeply humbling.

This moment is a gentle reminder: no dream is too distant, and no beginning too modest to echo across the globe.

With every honour, I am reminded that it is not about titles, but the responsibility to keep showing up with purpose, integrity, and grace. 🙏🏽

Thank you to the and for this incredible honour.

Thank you to everyone here who continues to walk this journey with me. Makwande!

Much love,
Siba

13/07/2025

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐏𝐒 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 - a curated selection and a way for us to continue the tradition of adding flavour to our cooking through music.

Click 🔗 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QPFetIe7Yv8aOI7m0ArWQ?si=LnjoWP62Ss2AzfmoqQYHHQ&pi=4UEfxcIgTOOoy to enjoy!





💫

06/07/2025

Yum!😋😋😋
💫

15/05/2025

🍌🍎🍉🥕

💫