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5 Cape Town cafés you’ll want to work from
Chef Dani shares her favourite café work spots in Cape Town, perfect for freelancers and digital nomads. Here’s where you’ll find your next cosy nook!
Palm Terrace: Afternoon tea in Cape Town
Enjoy a classic afternoon tea from Palm Terrace at Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa in Cape Town. Savour local flavours, pastries, and sparkling wine in a serene garden setting.
New restaurants in your city
Hot new openings and local favourites now bookable on Dineplan
Salsify at The Roundhouse celebrates six years with a new summer menu
Celebrate Salsify at The Roundhouse’s 6th anniversary in Cape Town with a new summer menu, featuring fresh, innovative dishes by chefs Ryan Cole and Nina du Toit.
Cacao vs. cocoa: Understanding the difference
Chef Dani explores the differences between cacao and cocoa, explaining the rich history of chocolate – from bean to bar – and its many health benefits.
The Beach House: Yzerfontein’s new coastal gem
Darren Badenhorst and Callan Austin bring the spirit of the West Coast to life at The Beach House, a new coastal restaurant in Yzerfontein. Experience fresh local flavours and relaxed dining by the sea.
Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2024: Celebrating South Africa’s top restaurants
We’re excited to reveal the results of the 2024 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards, celebrating the top 100 restaurants in South Africa – all based on your reviews! With over 320,000 reviews for 1,360 local eateries, these awards showcase the very best dining spots across the country.
20+ of the best picnics across South Africa
Explore South Africa’s top picnic venues! Enjoy delicious picnic baskets in stunning locations, perfect for a sunny day out in nature.
Local indigenous ingredients in spring
As spring awakens South Africa, the land bursts with life. Livhuwani from Imizi Food shares her love of bush okra, amaranth leaves, and blackjack – indigenous treasures that nourish both body and soul.
Must-have reservations in October
From new restaurants and bars to authentic global flavours, check out these 7 must-visit restaurants in Cape Town, Joburg, and Pretoria.
The ‘Gram eats first – or does it?
From snapping food pics to booking tables thanks to drool-worthy posts, here’s how social media is influencing where South Africans eat and what makes us rave about a restaurant!
Tips for building your personal brand as a chef
Building a personal brand as a chef means defining your culinary style, engaging with your audience, and being authentic. Learn how to stand out and grow!
Spruce up your Heritage Day braai with these 4 tasty sauces
Chef Dani shares 4 easy-to-make yet super flavourful homemade sauces to spruce up your Heritage Day braai, from fresh chimichurri and peri-peri to compound butter and monkey gland – a South African favourite.
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