Bertus Basson: Award-Winning South African Chef on Building World-Class Restaurants | StoryTime #103

#bertusbasson #southafricanchef #finedining #podcast #storytimepodcastIn this episode of Storytime, Joshua sits down with award-winning South African chef Bertus Basson for a deep dive into one of the most influential culinary careers in the country. Bertus reflects on his early years, his lifelong love for food, and the journey that shaped him into one of South Africa’s most respected chefs and restaurateurs.The conversation explores the philosophy behind the world-renowned collection of restaurants Bertus has built across South Africa, his commitment to local ingredients, seasonal cooking, and creating distinctly South African dining experiences.Joshua and Bertus unpack the discipline, creativity, and leadership required to sustain excellence at the highest level of the restaurant industry.Bertus also discusses his many accolades and achievements, including multiple top honours from South Africa’s most prestigious culinary awards, consistent recognition from Eat Out and global dining platforms, and his reputation as a pioneer of modern South African cuisine. Beyond the awards, he shares insights into mentorship, legacy, and what it truly takes to build restaurants that stand the test of time.For more information on Knox Hydration & the Founders Legacy Fund visit: http://knoxhydrate.com/founderslegacyfundTabletPOS, your leading mobile point of sale for the hospitality and retail industries within South Africa. Serving the best restaurants in South Africa. For more information visit - https://tabletpos.co.za/FOR MORE INFO TabletPOS - https://www.instagram.com/tabletpos_global/Bertus Basson - https://www.instagram.com/bertusbasson/Joshua Eady - https://www.instagram.com/justblamejosh/Storytime Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/storytimepodcastjosh/