SA Chef

13/11/2025

COY, one of the V&A Waterfront’s most beloved waterside dining destinations, has refreshed its summer lunch menu to reflect the rhythm of the Waterfront and tourists’ growing appetite for quick, seasonal dining.
The COY Edit - a curated selection of 16 small plates - celebrates laid-back, flavour-forward summer eating, inviting diners to mix, match, and savour the season one bite at a time.
Head chefs Geoffrey Abrahams and Teenola Govender tell us more about their approach to gastronomy tourism.
Read more: https://www.sachefmagazine.co.za/coy-launches-the-coy-edit-a-bold-new-take-on-summer-lunching/

12/11/2025

Had a great time attending Studio H’s exclusive Innovation Day: Legacy with a Twist!
Hannerie Visser, the Studio H team, and Eskort crafted an incredible sensory journey that reimagined some of South Africa’s favourites - with a deliciously unexpected twist.

12/11/2025

Meadowland Classique is a versatile and reliable product, ideal for sauce making, desserts & toppings. Its heat & acid stable, doesn’t curdle or split. ​
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Available from Bidfood & Makro

10/11/2025

Discover the versatility of Marvello White your go-to margarine for creative baking and icing perfection! Shop Now At Makro and Bidfood

10/11/2025

CSP-SA INDUSTRY MEET-UP UPDATE

Our upcoming industry meet-up has been postponed due to an overwhelming interest from chefs, service professionals, educators, and partners across the country.

The response has far exceeded the capacity of our current venue, which is a powerful sign of how ready our industry is for unity, change, and a stronger collective voice.

To ensure everyone who wants to attend can be part of this important gathering, the meet-up will be moved to a larger venue.

A new date and location will be announced soon.

Thank you for the incredible support and enthusiasm. CSP-SA is growing because the industry is standing up together.

Bigger room, bigger ideas, bigger impact. Stay tuned.

07/11/2025

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆? 𝗡𝗮𝗵. 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿.🖤🔥

No need to wait for Friday — the deals are on all month long.
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07/11/2025

Putting AI to the test in a professional kitchen
The Culinary Creative Navigant (CCN) is a Generative AI tool designed to support chefs during the menu development cycle. But does it work in practice? And more importantly, are chefs ready to embrace such a digital sidekick? A pilot project was undertaken at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute in Centurion. Anna Trapido finds out how the AI tool - and chefs - fared.

06/11/2025

Flora Gold Portions offers a better product experience for consumers through its
improved formulation and creamier taste. The reduced portion size lowers the cost
per unit and helps sites save money without compromising on quality.
Shop Now At Makro and Bidfood.

05/11/2025

Chef Katlego Mlambo is one of South Africa’s most loved chefs, always bringing something fresh and exciting to the culinary scene. Following news of his return to our screens as a judge on Masterchef South Africa Season 6, we caught up with him to find out what he’s planning next.

SA Chef Issue 51

30/10/2025

Looking to elevate your wine menu this summer?

Join Caroline Rillema of the legendary Caroline's Fine Wine Cellar for a world-class showcase offering wine enthusiasts the rare opportunity to experience an unparalleled line-up of the Cape’s flagship white wines and Cap Classiques all under one roof.
70 accolade-achieving winemakers have been invited to present just one wine – their best of the best – on the night.

Find out more: https://www.sachefmagazine.co.za/taste-the-very-finest-at-carolines-white-wine-cap-classique-review/

29/10/2025

Chef NTI on Building a Lasting Brand
Chef Nti Ramaboa aspires to build a business empire that endures, much like Martha Stewart has done. The thing is that this internationally renowned South African celebrity chef, entrepreneur, and media personality is well on her way.

Read more about how Chef Nti closed down her failing business and opened the door to a whole new career:

SA Chef Issue 51

27/10/2025

Snap Survey: Would you like to see the Michelin Guide rate our restaurants?

South Africa’s culinary scene keeps raising the bar - but without Michelin stars, is it getting the global recognition it deserves? We reached out to local chefs to gather their thoughts. Read more here: https://view.publitas.com/film-event-media/sa-chef-issue-51/page/29
Let us know what you think in the comments.

SA Chef Issue 51