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Valentine’s Day 2026: Romantic specials & dining experiences
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat your loved one to a romantic meal. Here are venues around South Africa, offering unique specials and experiences.
Food Trends 2026: What South Africans will be eating, drinking, and leaving behind
Food Trends 2026 explores what South Africans will be eating, drinking, and leaving behind – from supper clubs and nostalgic dining to the end of pistachio everything.
New restaurants in your city
Hot new openings and local favourites now bookable on Dineplan
Quick luxe lunches: Simple ideas for weekday meals
Chef Danielle Smith shares her go-to pantry staples for quick, luxe lunches. From buckwheat noodles to chickpeas and gnocchi, these simple ideas make weekday meals feel effortless and stress-free.
Meet the storytellers redefining African cuisine
Discover three visionaries – a biologist, a farmer, and a chef – who are reclaiming African identity through cuisine. Explore how food becomes a storyteller of heritage and connection through this personal Q&A.
Must-have reservations in January
Kick off 2026 with a new wave of restaurant openings in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Discover our 8 must-have reservations set to be the most talked-about tables this January.
Consistency in fine dining: How iconic restaurants stand the test of time
Jenny Handley shares her insights into how leading South African restaurants like Aubergine, Pot Luck Club, and La Colombe have thrived for over a decade through consistency, creativity, and a clear culinary vision.
Must-have reservations in December
From farm-to-fire freshness in Franschhoek to a glass-house gin bar in Rosebank, discover Cape Town and Johannesburg’s latest restaurant openings and dining experiences this December.
Fun for little ones: 40+ child-friendly restaurants to try
Here are 40+ spots across the country where parents can enjoy a delicious plate of food, while the kids have a good time with fun activities, jungle gyms and so much more!
Top 20 most favourited restaurants on the Dineplan app in 2025
These 20 restaurants top the charts as the most favourited spots on the Dineplan app. Get some inspiration for your next dining experience.
Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in 2025
Get ready to dance, dine, and drink this New Year’s Eve! We’ve rounded up events across South Africa that are celebrating with food, drinks and a good time.
Top-rated restaurants in Pretoria
Explore Pretoria’s top-rated restaurants, with 4.7+ star reviews on Dineplan, and topping the charts in the Reviewers’ Choice Awards in both 2024 and 2025. Ready to discover your new favourite spot in Tshwane?
Christmas feasting 2025: Restaurants with festive menus around South Africa
If you’re busy planning your Christmas feasting, look no further. From Cape Town and the Winelands to Durban, Johannesburg and Pretoria, we’ve put together a list of all the restaurants offering delicious Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus.
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Expert Corner
The best names in South Africa’s hospitality industry share their skills with us – from recipes, wine, beer and cocktails, to local produce and foodie tips and tricks.
Awards & Reviews
Celebrating South African restaurants and their culinary achievements, including restaurant reviews in Cape Town, Gauteng and Kwa-Zulu Natal and the rest of the country.
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Putting the spotlight on exciting new restaurant openings across Cape Town, the Winelands, Johannesburg, Pretoria, KZN and the rest of South Africa.