Dineplan Holiday Gift Guide 2026

Discover the Dineplan Holiday Gift Guide 2026, featuring 26 local South African brands, exclusive offers and thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list.

40+ restaurants for year-end functions across South Africa

Looking for the perfect year-end function venue? Explore 40+ restaurants across South Africa offering group menus, private dining and packages for your team celebration.

The Dineplan dining guide to South Africa’s Top 100 restaurants in 2026

Discover South Africa’s Top 100 restaurants, recognised in the 2026 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards, presented by American Express, based on diner reviews.

50+ of the best restaurants in Pretoria

Discover 50+ of the highest-rated restaurants in Pretoria, from Italian favourites and sushi to steaks, Mexican food, fine dining, and more, all on Dineplan.

Spring at Hazendal: Where the season comes to life

Discover spring at Hazendal in Stellenbosch, with seasonal dining at Siyalima, floral afternoon tea, garden picnics, family adventures and live music in the Winelands.

The best Mexican restaurants in South Africa

Looking for the best Mexican restaurants in South Africa? Find top-rated Mexican restaurants on Dineplan, from taco spots and colourful cantinas to lively restaurants serving tacos, burritos, fajitas, tequila and more.

How to build an African pantry

Build an African pantry with essential grains, beans, spices and indigenous ingredients, plus practical tips for preserving food, discovering new flavours and connecting with African food traditions.

In conversation with Anzio Obery of Publik Wine Bar

What really goes on behind the bar? Anzio Obery of Publik Wine Bar in Cape Town shares his biggest customer pet peeves, wine-tasting tips and the realities of life as a bartender in the first instalment of Behind the Bar: A Series.

Wine & cheese: Perfect South African combinations

Discover the best wine and cheese pairings, from aged cheddar and Sauvignon Blanc to creamy brie, camembert and rosé Cap Classique.

Introducing the 2026 Reviewers’ Choice Awards Partners

The Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards are returning in 2026, and we’re incredibly proud to welcome American Express as the Presenting Partner for this year’s awards.

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Luckybird: Consistency – without the complexity

Built for South African hospitality, Luckybird helps bars deliver faster service and consistent drinks. Find out why leading venues are making the switch.

100+ reasons to visit the V&A Waterfront in winter

Cosy dining, family adventures, special events and more – discover why winter is the perfect time to visit the V&A Waterfront.

Cape Town is better when you wander

Award-winning food, wine and walking tours led by people who love this city.

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