Explore South Africa’s top picnic venues! Enjoy delicious picnic baskets in stunning locations, perfect for a sunny day out in nature.
20+ of the best picnics across South Africa
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Chefs: Brand ambassador or behind-the-scenes?
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.
Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2025: Celebrating South Africa’s top restaurants
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.
Year-end venues: Celebrate at these 20+ 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.
25+ Top-rated seafood spots around South Africa
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.
Airbnb essentials: Kitchen items every guest will appreciate
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 finds a new home in Gardens
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.
Must-have reservations in October
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.
Bringing indigenous ingredients into the future
Jane from Imizi Food shares how African chefs are reclaiming indigenous ingredients, and bringing African food, culture and heritage to the global dining table.
Celebrating Heritage Day: Braai sides through chefs’ eyes
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.
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