We’ve taken the stress out of gifting this year with the Dineplan Holiday Gift Guide! Discover finds for food lovers, stylish picks for trendsetters, must-haves for homemakers, and thoughtful essentials for those who love to explore.
Explore South Africa’s top picnic venues! Enjoy delicious picnic baskets in stunning locations, perfect for a sunny day out in nature.
Today’s chefs are redefining success beyond the kitchen. From collaborations to brand partnerships, Jenny Handley dives into how chefs are building powerful personal brands and inspiring the next generation.
Hot new openings and local favourites now bookable on Dineplan
We’re excited to reveal the results of the 2025 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards, celebrating the top 100 restaurants in South Africa – all based on your reviews! With over 330,000+ reviews for 1,700+ local eateries, these awards showcase the very best dining spots across the country.
Looking for the perfect year-end function venue? From Cape Town to Johannesburg and Durban too, here’s your guide to restaurants and venues across the country offering set menus, tailored packages, and all the celebrations.
Looking for some of the freshest fish in your town? From Durban to Joburg, Cape Town and Pretoria – we’ve tracked down the 25+ top-rated seafood spots on Dineplan serving up prawns, mussels and seafood platters.
Need an Airbnb essentials list? Danielle Smith shares her list of must-have kitchen items that will make your guests feel right at home, helping you become a Superhost this festive season.
Farro has found a new home! Husband-and-wife duo Chef Alex and Eloise Windebank have brought their much-loved restaurant back to Cape Town, this time in the heart of Gardens.
Discover the top new restaurants and bars in Cape Town & Johannesburg this October, from fine dining and sushi to wine bars and casual all-day spots.
Jane from Imizi Food shares how African chefs are reclaiming indigenous ingredients, and bringing African food, culture and heritage to the global dining table.
Celebrate Heritage Day with braai sides that might just outshine the meat!. We asked South African chefs to share their favourite heritage-inspired braai side dishes. From sambals to seasonal salads, discover the recipes that bring tradition to the table.
From braai feasts, to seven colour spreads, South African-inspired ice-cream tastings and live music, here is a line-up of Heritage Day specials around the country.
Top South African hotel restaurateurs share how to attract locals, move beyond guest convenience, and turn hotel restaurants into true dining destinations.
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Looking for a juicy weeknight burger deal or this year’s winter specials? From Valentine’s Day and Easter, to Christmas and New Year – we’ve got deals for you.
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.
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.
Putting the spotlight on exciting new restaurant openings across Cape Town, the Winelands, Johannesburg, Pretoria, KZN and the rest of South Africa.
