Here we discuss and share food and restaurant industry news, and shine the spotlight on exciting new restaurant openings across Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Kwa-Zulu Natal and the rest of South Africa. We also celebrate our Dineplan milestones, highlight any of the top-performing restaurants on Dineplan and all the newcomers to our online booking platform.
South Africans love dining out, with 95% eating out once a month or more. By understanding their habits and reasons for dining out, restaurateurs can set themselves apart and keep diners coming back for more.
In a recent survey, we asked South Africans how far they’re willing travel for a meal. Great food, value for money, and amazing service are all factors that sway diners to drive that extra mile.
Discover August’s top restaurant picks on Dineplan. From Cape Town and Durban to Johannesburg and Pretoria, explore new restaurant openings and must-visit spots.
We asked South Africans how they find restaurants in 2024. Social media, SEO, and reservation platforms lead the way, emphasising the need for a strong online presence.
From a pop-up restaurant and wine bar to new Japanese, Italian and Greek restaurants, here are six must-have reservations in Cape Town and Joburg this month.
Explore a mix of new restaurant openings and old favourites. From Japanese onigiri and plant-based sushi, to wine and tapas collabs, a chocolate wonderland, and a vibey new brunch spot, don’t miss these must-have reservations!
Whether you’re a committed vegan or simply browsing food labels for your plant-based guests, here are some surprisingly vegan products – as well as some unexpectedly non-vegan choices – that you’ll find during a visit to the supermarket.
From fine dining and Siberian cuisine in Cape Town, and pizza in Stellenbosch, to Korean BBQ, new bars and sushi hotspots in Johannesburg, here are six must-have reservations this May.
Explore April’s new and noteworthy restaurant openings. From Iranian cuisine in Cape Town to a new steakhouse in Durban, and vibrant spots in Johannesburg, you can start planning your dining adventures now!
On the lookout for refreshing non-alcoholic drink options beyond overly sweet and boring mocktails? From DIY shrubs to alcohol-free gins, beers and aperitifs, quench your thirst with these flavour-packed, grown-up alternatives.
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