Our 2023 Reviewers’ Choice Awards are here, and we’re excited to announce the 2023 Newcomers! From Cape Town to Joburg, here are the 25 best new additions to Dineplan.
Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2023: Newcomers
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Category: News and Trends
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.
Must-have reservations in October
With new restaurants and food events popping up across SA all the time, here are 11 must-have restaurant reservations for October.
Why we all love social dining
Social dining is on the rise, and for good reason: it’s a great way to bond with friends and family, try more dishes, and boost your happiness. Learn more about the science of social dining and why it’s so good for us.
Dineplan chocoholics: Where we go for our chocolate fix
In celebration of International Chocolate Day, the chocoholics on the Dineplan team share their favourite places to go for chocolate desserts and treats in South Africa.
Foraging for food: Rediscovering South Africa’s indigenous bounty
Explore the art of foraging in South Africa, from nutrient-rich coastal finds to indigenous land treasures. Here’s how to start the journey into foraging responsibly for wild food.
Must-have reservations in September
With new restaurants and food events popping up across SA all the time, here are 8 must-have restaurant reservations for September.
A taste of culture: New food tourism rooted in experiences
As global culinary tourism shifts its focus from fine dining to culturally rooted experiences, it’s important to capture the essence of South Africa in our restaurants, guides and experiences.
Must-have reservations in August
With new restaurants and food events popping up across SA all the time, here are 9 must-have restaurant reservations for August.
Must-have reservations in July
With new restaurants popping up across SA and offering incredible dining experiences, here are 5 must-have restaurant reservations for July.
Is fine dining dead? Not in South Africa it seems
Notorious for long hours, poor pay and gruelling working conditions, fine dining may not be sustainable as we know it. But does this spell the end for fine dining? Looking at the South African industry, Chef Caitlin says not.
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