South Africa’s ever-changing landscape offers a cornucopia of restaurants waiting to be explored. We’ve compiled a must-have list of SA’s best outdoor eating spots so that you can plan to feast all over the country. IN THE GARDEN 1. Johannesburg: CASALINGA This elegant, Italian, country-style restaurant in Muldersdrift strives for simplicity and intimacy. Lush, green lawns dotted with trees in the expansive garden create the perfect atmosphere for the romantic at heart. Potato gnocchi ai piacere and pappardelle mafia with fresh tomato, chilli and olive oil remain stalwarts. R300pp. 087 941 1223; casalinga.co.za LA VIE EN ROSE A secret garden…
The Feedie frenzy hits South Africa… Selfies, cats and food win hands down when it comes to social media photography. Admit it – there isn’t a soul among…
The Next Element (New Holland, R320) Addicted to MasterChef? The 2012 Australian MasterChef winner, Andy Allen, plates up dishes for family and friends, including a variety of seafood inspired by fishing trips with his dad. Highlight: A handy section dedicated to sauces, from salsa verde to the perfect steak compound butter.
My Granny’s Pantry: A Kitchen Memoir Enveloped in a bygone age and brimming with nostalgia, Margaret Wasserfall captures the recipes of a pre- and post-war South Africa. Traditional…
The Ethicurean Cookbook For the passionate foodie and master of the vegetable garden. With a strong focus on seasonal and sustainable produce, the recipes pack an affluent wow factor. Stun dinner guests with figs wrapped in pork belly with lavender and buffalo mozzarella. Highlight: Fab cooking techniques on confit, smoking, pressure cooking and curing.
Motivated Masterchef SA finalist Shannon Smuts gets stuck into a healthy-driven passion project, and expounds on life BM (before Masterchef) and AM (after Masterchef). I am super open-minded…
Sweet potato is not only delicious, it’s becoming a bit of a super ingredient thanks to its versatility. Sweet potato churros are a delicious way to turn starch into dessert. These golden bites are absolutely delicious, but if you prefer the more traditional Mexican treat, click here. Recipe by Puleng Moshoaliba
Asian Fizz is just the right combination of sharp, spicy and sweet. Created by Domenico De Lorenzo and Dino Batista, liquid chefs of Molecular Bars, it’s sure to be unlike anything…
A wonderful mix of zesty flavours, this Baker Street cocktail is delicious. It’s another creation by Domenico de Lorenzo & Dino Barista of Molecular Bars, so you know it’s got character. You’ll need to consult the Mama Africa recipe for the lemongrass syrup. Happy mixing!
The Strong Holder is not for the fainthearted! This brainchild of Domenico De Lorenzo and Dino Batista, liquid chefs of Molecular Bars, is robustly delicious. Enjoy after a long day. Consult the…