Food

“You Have Amazing Cuisine”: Traveller Gushes About Cape Town’s Unforgettable Food!

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 19, 2025May 19, 2025 1,720 0

He’s been to some of the most world-renowned restaurants helmed by innovative chefs, BUT the rich mix of flavours from Cape Town’s most popular spots has easily captured this international…

Nick Hamman Shares Why Eating with Your Hands Is One of the Most Cultured Things You Could Do

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 11, 2025May 9, 2025 514 0

What is your take on eating with your hands? While enjoying some pap and meat, Nick Hamman recently stirred up a flavourful online discussion after sharing his perspective on the…

Watch: “Malva Pudding Smacks”! American Reacts to South African Desserts

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyMay 5, 2025May 5, 2025 1,257 0

An American recently tangoed with South African desserts in a taste-test that (warning) will make you consider stopping off at your local bakery on the way home.   South Africa…

Watch: South Africa Serves Flavour in TikTok’s Global Food World Cup!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 20, 2025 389 0

South Africa just came second in a global “Food World Cup” on TikTok… and while we didn’t take the title, we definitely served the most flavour, the most laughs, and…

Padkos Please! Alternative Snacks to Pack for Your Adventures 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 17, 2025 392 0

Whether you’re heading off to Durbs to say howzit to the family or are trekking all the way to Cape Town for an Easter getaway, one thing is non-negotiable—padkos, of…

One of the Best Cities for Foodies (in the World) is Cape Town 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025 492 0

Cape Town, you biscuit, you’ve done it again. The Mother City has been named one of the 50 Best Food Cities in the World, sharing the list with other foodies…

A Milk Tart Samoosa? Excuse Me… WHAT?!?

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMarch 28, 2025 656 0

A milk tart in a samoosa sounds like a crime against cuisine… until you taste it and realise it might just be the dessert mashup South Africa didn’t know it…

Watch: Nara Smith and Tyla Put South African Pap on the Global Stage

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMarch 19, 2025 466 0

Pap isn’t just food… it’s heritage, it’s home, and now, thanks to Nara Smith and Tyla, it’s going global.   Global (19 March 2025) – Food has a way of…

The Nominees for the South Africa Restaurant Awards are in!

by Staff Writer @goodthingsguyFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025 735 0

The South Africa Restaurant Awards are ramping up to celebrate the very best of the nation’s restaurant scene! From trendy bars to exquisite fine dining, and from Sandton to Cape…

Must-Try Christmas Lunch Ideas with a Local Twist

by Linda Christensen@goodthingsguyDecember 17, 2024December 13, 2024 239 0

Christmas Lunch is looming, and we’ve got all the ideas for those looking to serve everything from appetisers to desserts with a local twist:   South Africa (17 December 2024)…