Join me at my table in the corner for this incredible conversation with chef Anouchka Horn, co-owner of Cape Town’s acclaimed restaurants Belly of the Beast and Galjoen. In this episode, Anouchka shares her journey from her grandmother’s traditional Afrikaans kitchen to becoming a leading voice in ingredient-driven, low-waste South African dining.
We talk about her early culinary influences, training at the ICA, formative years working under Michael Broughton, and the creation of two of Cape Town’s most compelling restaurants. We talk sustainable seafood, whole-beast cooking, creative menu development, and the philosophy behind Galjoen - named after South Africa’s national fish and rooted in respect for the ocean.
If you care about South African cuisine, sustainable cooking, restaurant culture, or simply love a good food story, this episode is packed with insights, warmth, and inspiration.
Listen, like, comment and subscribe for more deep-dive conversations with the people shaping South African food culture.

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