A celebratory moment on the trade floor at Meetings Africa 2026 marked the official announcement that the 2026 Gastronomy Africa Conference & Expo will take place at the CSIR International Convention Centre (CSIR ICC) in Tshwane from 3-4 August 2026.
When people think about chefs, the picture is often incomplete. There’s the white jacket, the apron, the intensity, and sometimes the ego. What’s far less… Read More »Beyond the white jacket: What today’s food industry really needs
SA Chef Media is rebranding to Gastronomy Africa, an independent media platform dedicated to the chef and culinary community across the continent.
Mertia in Stellenbosch was crowned Restaurant of the Year, while Carla Schulze took home the Chef of the Year title at the 2026 LUXE Restaurant Awards, held at MIRA Sandton on Monday night.
Chateau Gateaux’s Mini Blueberry Baked Cheesecake offers the perfect solution, a decadent, individual-sized dessert that combines convenience with luxury.
At just 28 years of age, Sesethu Bukani has already carved out a name for himself on the global culinary stage. From humble beginnings in… Read More »From the dusty streets of Mdantsane to Nobu Doha: The rise of Chef Sesethu Bukani
Now celebrating its tenth year, the HTA School of Culinary Art Legacy Competition once again delivered an inspiring showcase of talent, passion, and culinary excellence.
Meet Brett Tungay, the newly appointed National Chairperson of FEDHASA, whose lifelong dedication to the hospitality industry is inspiring. With a rich family legacy in hospitality, Brett is ready to tackle the significant challenges facing the sector today, from labour and legislative issues to marketing hurdles. He envisions a future where FEDHASA remains the leading representative body for the industry, advocating for an enabling environment for tourism. As South Africa prepares for the G20 Summit, Brett emphasizes the importance of presenting a positive narrative about our destination. Discover his vision and the exciting initiatives ahead for the hospitality industry!
The Mother City’s culinary landscape is set to welcome a new chapter with the opening of Le Bistrot de JAN at InterContinental Table Bay Cape… Read More »Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen to celebrate bistro culture with new restaurant at Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town
