High Cakes
Only when someone asked you especially do you need to bake your own cake, unless you want to. See it as an exercise in creativity.
Stories
How South Africa Feasts
We caught up with Hannes Maritz recently to get his take on what makes South Africans so unique in the way we feast, and how we like to set our tables.
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Party Perfect
There’s no such thing as the perfect party. It’s about bringing people together and creating a gathering that every one of your guests can enjoy.
Klein JAN meets Wolfgat
Klein JAN and Wolfgat join forces for a groundbreaking collaboration that celebrates local flavours and sustainability.
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Return to Franschhoek
After a very successful début season of Chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s Cape Winelands experience, JAN Franschhoek is back for an eagerly anticipated second season.
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Bastille Throwback
If you’ve never heard of Bastille Day, it commemorates the famous Storming of Bastille on 14 July 1789, a pivotal moment during the French Revolution.
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The JAN Guide to Franschhoek
Home of JAN Franschhoek Nestled in the picturesque Cape Winelands of South Africa, Franschhoek is a charming village that exudes a rich history and culinary charms. Known as the “Food
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Mise en Place
Mise en place is so ingrained in modern kitchens that it’s hard to believe there wasn’t always such a system in restaurants.
The Power of Story
The only thing that truly separates one great wine from another is its story.
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Beyond Organic
We urban dwellers are slaves to our labels. Certified organic, fair trade, free range… when we don’t grow our own, it’s all we have to go on.