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.
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.
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.
These 20 restaurants top the charts as the most favourited spots on the Dineplan app. Get some inspiration for your next dining experience.
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.
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?
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.
Stay organised this festive season with our checklist, covering bookings, marketing, reviews, and planning – helping you handle the busy restaurant season with ease.
Experience summer at Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West where food, wine, gardens, and history meet. Discover picnics, family-friendly dining, wine tasting, scenic walks, and guided tours across the historic estate.
From a Korean steakhouse to a speakeasy-style bar, discover Cape Town and Johannesburg’s newest restaurant and bar openings this November.
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