S2 E5: South African Restaurants for Your Bucket List

from SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY · host Renate Engelbrecht

Today, it’s just you and me - talking date nights, hidden bars, solo lunches and the restaurants that are quietly shaping South Africa’s culinary landscape.From a farm-to-fork bistro near the Constantia Winelands to a Japanese-inspired dining experience in the heart of Cape Town; from Greek elegance in Pretoria to a secret martini bar tucked between hotel floors in Rosebank - this episode is a love letter to dining with intention.We’ll explore new openings, old favourites, sustainable fine dining, indulgent breakfasts, speakeasies and the simple magic of lingering longer at the table.If you’re searching for your next memorable meal - this one’s for you.*Images: Supplied; Renate Engelbrecht; Amanda Wiggill; Adel Ferreira PhotographyVeld & Vine Bistro: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/veld-vine-bistro-the-claremont-boutique-hotels-essence-on-a-plate/ FYN: https://youtu.be/qXYYO7EiE2Q?si=RN4hZdkpUoBxLL0c https://www.fynrestaurant.com/Arlecchino by tashas: https://www.arlecchino.co/ Prosopa: In conversation with Moses Magwaza: https://youtu.be/aqwxIZ1cp9g?si=nj6iJwr99wNZcyx_ Review: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/this-pretoria-restaurant-will-instantly-transport-you-to-greece/ Ostra Oyster & Champagne Bar: Blurb on the blog: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/10-restaurants-in-pretoria-for-the-most-romantic-valentines-day/https://ostra.co.za/Capito!: https://capito.co.za/ Fermier: https://www.fermierrestaurant.com/ https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/luxe-restaurant-awards-your-bucket-list-restaurants-for-2026/ Nine Lives: https://hydehotels.com/johannesburg/restaurants-bars/nine-lives-at-hyde-johannesburg-rosebank/ Follow SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suitcaseandchardonnay/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suitcaseandchardonnayPinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/suitcaseandchardonnay/Subscribe to the weekly newsletter: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/

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