For the chefs from South Africa !
Our Ambassador for South Africa : Chef Andile Somdaka
« English:
South African cuisine is a vibrant and diverse fusion of influences, reflecting the country's rich cultural heritage. With its origins rooted in the indigenous African, European, and Asian communities, the food is both varied and flavorful. Traditional dishes like bobotie (a spiced meat casserole) and braai (barbecue) are staples, often accompanied by pap (a maize dish similar to polenta). The Cape Malay influence brings dishes such as sosaties (skewered meats) and bredie(stews), while the Indian diaspora contributes curries and samosas. The fusion of these cuisines is evident in every region, where diverse cultural groups—Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa, and others—each contribute their unique culinary heritage. Whether served on a busy street corner or at a festive table, South African food is a true reflection of its multicultural society.
French:
La cuisine sud-africaine est un mélange vibrant et diversifié d'influences, reflétant l'héritage culturel riche du pays. Avec des racines dans les communautés indigènes africaines, européennes et
asiatiques, la nourriture est à la fois variée et savoureuse. Des plats traditionnels comme le bobotie (un gratin de viande épicé) et
le braai (barbecue) sont des incontournables, souvent accompagnés de pap (un plat à base
de maïs semblable à la polenta). L'influence malayo-capétonienne apporte des plats comme les sosaties (brochettes de viande) et
le bredie (ragoût), tandis que la diaspora indienne contribue avec des currys et des samosas.
La fusion de ces cuisines est évidente dans chaque région, où les groupes culturels divers tels que les Afrikaners, les Anglais, les Zoulous, les Xhosas, et d'autres apportent chacun leur
patrimoine culinaire unique. Que ce soit dans les coins animés des rues ou autour d'une table festive, la cuisine sud-africaine est un véritable reflet de sa société multiculturelle.
Afrikaans (Local Official Language):
Die Suid-Afrikaanse kookkuns is 'n lewendige en diverse mengsel van invloede, wat die land se ryk kulturele erfenis weerspieël. Die oorsprong daarvan lê in die inheemse Afrikaanse, Europese en Asiatiese gemeenskappe, wat die kos nie net verskeie en smaaklik maak nie, maar ook vol stories van samevloeiing en geskiedenis. Tradisionele geregte soos bobotie (’n gekruide vleisgebraaide gereg) en braai (braaivleis) is basiese kosse, dikwels bedien met pap (’n mielie gereg soortgelyk aan polenta). Die Kaapse Maleierinvloed bring geregte soos sosaties (vleis op die spies) en bredie(stoofgeregte), terwyl die Indiese diaspora curries en samosas bydra. Hierdie kombinasie van kookkuns is sigbaar in elke streek, waar verskeie kulturele groepe—Afrikaans, Engels, Zulu, Xhosa en ander—hul eie unieke kulinêre erfenis bydra. Of dit nou op 'n besige straathoek of aan 'n feestafel bedien word, Suid-Afrikaanse kos is 'n ware weerspieëling van sy multikulturele samelewing.»
Why Join the Best of Gastronomie International Family?
We are the French culinary family active in over 170 countries, uniting more than 250,000 chefs and gourmets around the world under one prestigious banner: Best of Gastronomie International.
Based in France, we are an independent global organization dedicated to celebrating culinary excellence, supporting passionate chefs, and shaping the future of gastronomy.
Here’s why you should join us:
🍽️ Global Recognition
Be part of a world-renowned network that brings well-deserved recognition to chefs across the globe.
📈 Career Growth
We support and promote the careers of our chefs in all countries, helping them gain visibility and unique opportunities.
🌍 Local Empowerment
Get involved in culinary events, collaborations, and activities in your own country—where your roots and flavors matter.
👩🍳 Support for the Next Generation
We nurture young chefs through mentorship, guidance, and real exposure, helping them achieve their culinary dreams.
🤝 Attend Our Global Meetings
Connect with fellow chefs, share ideas, and celebrate gastronomy together.
The next gathering is in Germany this September—don’t miss it!
🌟 Get Your Restaurant Certified
Your talent and excellence can be officially recognized with our prestigious Best of Gastronomie Stars.
📣 Media Exposure
Be featured in our monthly magazine and across our global platforms: Website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Messenger, WhatsApp, WeChat, and Gronda.
🎓 Free Online University
Access exclusive training, masterclasses, and educational content—entirely free.
👨🍳 Be Our Guest Chef of the Month
Cook with us for a full week, share your creativity, and inspire thousands as our featured chef.
💫 Join a Powerful Culinary Community
Above all, become a part of a dynamic and passionate club of chefs in 170 countries—a true family of professionals who support and uplift one
another.
Join us. Inspire. Be inspired.
Best of Gastronomie International – The World’s Culinary Family.
Our committee has asked me to extend this invitation personally. They would love to review your profile. Would you be kind enough to send us:
-
Your resume
-
A few photos of your platings or dishes
We’d like to present your candidacy to our headquarters and show them why you should be one of our official members.
Feel free to send your materials privately on WhatsApp:
+33 6 51 21 13 21
on Messenger :
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CL43jMTHL/?mibextid=wwXIfr
on Instagram :
https://www.instagram.com/andile_chef_somdaka?igsh=aHEycGx0ZTVleGtz
More informations here WhatsApp : https://wa.me/p/5853996741312146/33651211321
Full membership: 199€
More informations here WhatsApp : https://wa.me/p/5125658967531260/33651211321
Star award : 299€
More informations here WhatsApp : https://wa.me/p/26306532872323933/33651211321
