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Cause & Effect x Fire Station x Kumbatia San — Collaboration Night
On 14 November 2025, Kumbatia San joined the teams at Cause & Effect Cocktail Kitchen and Fire Station BXL for a collaborative evening at the V&A Waterfront that brought together sharp flavour, creativity, and African-inspired craft. For this event, I designed two canapés rooted in African ingredients: • Biltong Carpaccio in a Sesame TuileA clean,…
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Heritage on a Plate: Grilled Artichoke Risotto with Chilli Butter Hake
At Kumbatia San, every dish tells a story—one that celebrates the rich flavors of Africa while reimagining them through a modern, refined lens. Our latest episode of Heritage on a Plate is a perfect example of this philosophy. This week, we’ve elevated a classic risotto, infusing it with smoky grilled artichokes and the sun-kissed sweetness…
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Heritage on a Plate: Cape Malay Koesisters with Pistachio Cream
This recipe started as a family project — helping my uncle with his daughter’s Heritage Day presentation.She wanted to bring something that represented who we are, something warm, fragrant, and recognisably South African. The Cape Malay koesister felt like the perfect choice. What began as a simple Heritage Day task turned into a small moment…
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