From the Streets to the Spotlight
South African street food is more than a casual snack—it’s a source of culinary inspiration. Chefs are taking flavours like bunny chow, boerewors, and chakalaka and elevating them to fine dining creations.
Blending Tradition with Innovation
Modern chefs combine traditional ingredients with contemporary techniques, creating dishes that are both familiar and exciting. This fusion highlights South Africa’s rich culinary heritage while appealing to international palates.
Showcasing Local Ingredients
Ingredients such as amarula, rooibos, and indigenous grains are increasingly featured on global menus. By emphasising local produce, chefs promote sustainability and tell a story of place and culture.
Global Influence and Recognition
South African flavours are influencing chefs around the world. From London to New York, restaurants are experimenting with local spices and cooking methods, putting South Africa firmly on the culinary map.
Stephen is a hospitality professional from Johannesburg South Africa. His career started with THF hotels in the UK and subsequently with the Southern Sun Hotel group in Johannesburg. Stephen’s first steps into entrepreneurship was Hickmore Recruitment / CareerMap, a leading supplier of Senior and Exec recruitment services. Stephen was a founder of Pple Hospitality (formerly HSC) the largest Hospitality Industry full-service outsourced staffing company in South Africa. In March 2020 Stephen became a director and owner of the Swiss Hotel School South Africa, which is now his full time endeavour. Stephen writes for a number of publications on food and hospitality industry matters, trends and opinions.
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