7 places to eat the world
In the mood for Mexican? Craving Korean? If you’re feeling creative, click here for the low-down on how to create a world of flavour in your kitchen. Or, head to one of these foodie favourites to get your fix.
GAUTENG
47 on Grant
If tasty, authentic Turkish food (and other goodies, like Turkish delight and olives) is what you’re after, then this Norwood eatery will hit the spot. Go hungry – portions are on the large side, hurrah!
El Jalapeño
A menu complete with all the usual Mexican favourites; plus plenty more unusual things to try, like tostadas and arepitas. Do not miss the decadent dark-chocolate sauce churros.
La Terrasse
Take a trip to North Africa at this rooftop café and deli. The vast menu caters for vegans, vegetarians, the gluten intolerant, the health conscious and meat eaters alike. The chermoula tagine is a breakfast experience like no other.
WESTERN CAPE
Korean Soju Restaurant
As the name suggests, this family-run local gem is where you’ll find the best bulgogi and bibimbap in C-Town. Don’t expect romantic lighting, but do expect to have your craving well and truly satisfied.
Saigon
A Cape Town institution, the Vietnamese flavour experience (along with Thai, Japanese and Chinese offerings) here continues to impress. Conveniently located close to plenty of pre- and post-dinner watering holes.
Genki Sushi
There are many reasons Stellenbosch locals choose Genki when they want authentic Japanese fare: cosy atmosphere, a varied menu that changes often, daily specials like soft-shell crab tempura, and black sesame seed ice cream with salted miso caramel.
KWAZULU-NATAL
Ile Maurice
Feel like a trip to the tropics? Ile Maurice has been serving Mauritian-French cuisine to Durbanites for more than 40 years, with a serious focus on fresh seafood and some traditional French dishes on offer too (frog’s legs, anyone?). If you’re lucky, your server might have a French accent.