From memorable meals to the everyday essentials: this is my guide to the restaurants, bakeries, and food shops that keep me inspired. Ethically sourced, beautifully made, and always worth the visit.
The Pantry
The restaurants, cafes, bakeries, delis & shops I love
Where I Eat
A selection of restaurants and cafés I return to again and again.
Potluck Club
Inventive small plates with skyline views.
Chefs Warehouse at Beau Constantia
Seasonal, innovative dishes with stunning vineyard views.
Pizza Shed
Simple, perfectly blistered sourdough pizzas.
Hesheng
Comforting, no-frills Chinese flavours.
Between Us
Ingredient-led cooking in a sunlit, calm space.
Kleinsky’s
Bagels, coffee, and classic city buzz.
Lello’s
Relaxed Italian fare and pasta made to linger.
Magica Roma
Timeless Italian classics with old-world charm.
Hussar Grill
Classic steaks, cooked to perfection.
La Petit Colombe
Lulti-sensory dishes, artfully presented.
Good to Gather
Farm-grown ingredients, thoughtfully cooked.
Table Seven
Bold, modern flavours with open-kitchen energy.
Ouzeri
Bright Mediterranean plates full of herbs and sunshine.
Foodbarn
Generous, sun-warmed French flavours with coastal charm.
The Melting Pot
Globally inspired dishes: you’ll want one of everything.
Pier
Precise, artful plates framed by the ocean.
Belly of the Beast
Fire-driven, raw, intimate chef’s table experience.
Tomson
Punchy pan-Asian flavours in a stripped-back space.
Clarke’s
Casual city comfort, burgers and breakfasts done right.
Kiki
Modern Greek dining, intimate and quietly confident.
Rosetta
Expertly roasted coffee, served without fuss.
Aperitif Bar
Crisp cocktails and early-evening glow.
Café Sofi
Classic pastries and timeless Parisian charm.
In The Meantime
Korean flavours at their best, no-fuss, no-frills, just brilliant cooking.
Arthur’s Mini Super
Laid-back deli by day and a wine bar by night
Meat & Fish
My go-to spots for ethically sourced meat and the freshest seafood.
Frankie Fenner
Expertly butchered meat with integrity.
Delicious Fish
Pristine, sustainably sourced seafood.
Ocean Jewels
Fresh and frozen seafood delivery & collection
Breads & Pastries
Favourite bakeries for daily treats and special indulgences.
Bäckerei
Traditional European loaves and perfect pretzels.
Lions Bread
Bold, caramelised, nutty loaves and delicate pastries.
South Yeaster
Chewy sourdough with perfect tang and croissants with ideal flake.
Delis & Pantry
Places I turn to for fine ingredients and everyday essentials.
Giovanni’s
Legendary deli with Italian favourites and local colour.
Olive Branch Deli
Local & international artisanal products
Wild Peacock
Rare ingredients and fine produce for quiet indulgence.
Gifts & Treats
Curated food gifts that always impress.
Babylonstoren
Thoughtful gifts capturing the farm’s essence, beautifully wrapped.
Eastland Pie Company
Golden pastry, generous fillings: comfort pies this side of the equator.
Send A Memo
Unique and memorable gifts from SA’s top brands and artisans.
Cookbooks
Cookbooks I love and return to: stories, flavours, and recipes that inspire my kitchen every day.
Films & Series
Handpicked must-watch movies, shows & doccies that celebrate food, culture, and creativity.
