The 2024 instalment of the Luxe Restaurant Awards once again brought together some of South Africa’s finest culinary talent for an unforgettable evening of recognition. Despite the challenges of recent years, the South African culinary community has continued to thrive, pushing the boundaries of creativity and quality.
“The Luxe Restaurant Awards play a crucial role in recognizing the outstanding talent within our vibrant culinary landscape,” said Chad Fourie, founder and chief judge of the Luxe Restaurant Awards. “South Africa boasts some of the most innovative and skilled chefs in the world, and these awards not only honour their achievements but also inspire the next generation of culinary artists.”
The awards ceremony was a glittering affair hosted at the enchanting Monument House in Franschhoek., Culinary icons such as the critically acclaimed fine-dining chef James Gaag, culinary media personality The Lazy Makoti, and food entrepreneur Siba Mtongana graced the event with their presence.
Here are the Luxe Restaurant Awards 2024 winners
African Restaurant of the Year: The Happy Uncles
Bistro of the Year: Farro Restaurant
Burger Joint of the Year: Zuney Wagyu
Café of the Year: Hemelhuijs
Casual Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year: Post and Pepper
Chef of the Year: Callan Austin, currently at Dusk and Nocture
Coffee Shop of the Year: Truth Coffee
Contemporary Restaurant of the Year: Club Kloof
Culinary Change Award: Wandile Mabaso, founder of Les Creatifs
Culinary Innovation Award: Rikku O’Donnchu
Culinary Media Personality of the Year: Clement Pedro
Culinary Rising Star Award: Matt Van Den Berg, currently at Mertia
Family Restaurant of the Year: The Table at De Meye
Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year: Belly of the Beast
Grillhouse of the Year: VUUR Restaurant
Hidden Gem Award: Stefan’s Restaurant at Erinvale Hotel & Spa
Hotel Restaurant of the Year: Upper Union
International Restaurant of the Year: Ouzeri
Legacy Award: La Colombe
Lifestyle Restaurant of the Year: Club Como
New Restaurant of the Year: Mertia
Pastry Chef of the Year: Jared Melamed from La Tarte Pâtisserie
People’s Choice Award: Kolonaki Greek Kouzina
Pioneer Award: James Gaag
Pop-Up Restaurant of the Year: Chef Rikku at The Art of Duplicity
Restaurant of the Year: La Petite Colombe
Restobar of the Year: The 11th Floor
Service Excellence Award: The Living Room
Street Food Restaurant of the Year: The Siba Deli
Supper Club of the Year: Tempo Luxury Restaurant
Sustainability Award: Salsify at the Roundhouse
Wine Service Award: Keize Mumba, at Grub & Vine
Website: luxeawards.co.za
Email: info@luxeawards.co.za
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