From 14 – 28 June 2024, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is hosting an exciting new event called EAT SLEEP DRINK in partnership with Dineplan. Experience the best of Franschhoek, from top restaurants to luxury accommodation and fine wine.
Dineplan Industry Trends Report 2024
Discover key insights into South Africa’s restaurant scene and guest dining habits in the Dineplan Industry Trends Report 2024. Learn about tech’s impact on restaurants and emerging trends!
3 takeaways from the latest restaurant openings across South Africa
Many exciting new restaurants have opened across South Africa. While diverse, some discernible trends have emerged, including a boom in restaurant groups, wineries and destination dining, and small plates.
South African restaurant industry report 2023
Our 2023 SA restaurant industry report gives insights into diner behaviour and reservation trends, with valuable tips for restaurateurs to overcome the potential challenges of 2023.
New restaurant: JAN Franschhoek serves up a seasonal & nostalgic culinary experience
Michelin-starred chef, Jan-Hendrik van der Westhuizen has just opened JAN Franschhoek. Set inside a tiny, historic cottage surrounded by lavender fields, he’ll treat guests to a seasonal and nostalgic culinary experience.
Chorus: The silver lining for Bertus Basson and his team
After the sad and sudden news of Overture closing its doors after 15 successful and iconic years, we are thrilled to announce that Bertus Basson and his team will be opening a new restaurant at Waterkloof Wine Estate in a few short weeks.
Local inspiration, Japanese omakase & the new master at Nobu
Nobu at the One&Only Cape Town recently welcomed their new head chef, Prajal Rana, to South Africa. Jenny Handley goes to welcome him and sample the menu.
FYN Restaurant named ‘Best in Africa’ and No. 37 in the world
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list features Cape Town's FYN Restaurant at No. 37, making South Africa home to three of the world’s top 100 restaurants....
Two South African restaurants make the world’s top 100 list
The World’s 50 Best Restaurants has announced its list of restaurants ranked from 51st to 100th. On that list? Two of South Africa's very own. In the...
Top 10 restaurants most booked on the Dineplan App
Nearly 40 000 bookings have been made via the Dineplan app at these ten restaurants in South Africa. Here’s a little something about each of them. ...
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