Private chef · Cape winelands
My passion plated.
For me, cooking is creative. It’s all about playing with flavours, trying things and turning fresh ingredients into something special.
- Paarl, Western Cape & beyond
The art of gathering
Good company. Extraordinary food.
Some occasions call for something special, something different. Could be an intimate dinner with friends, a milestone celebration or just an excuse to get everyone around the table, I believe good food has a way of bringing people together.
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Private dining
5 star restaurant experience, at your table. Custom multi-course menus, beautifully prepared and served in the comfort of your home.
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Special occasions
Milestone celebrations, anniversaries and gatherings. Food that makes your celebration feel truly yours.
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Bespoke experiences
From Wineland lunches to an indulgent customised tasting menu. An experience shaped around your tastes and your table.
A world of experience.
A personal touch.
I’m Brent Malander. A South African executive chef, flavour enthusiast and firm believer that the best memories are made around a table.
My journey has taken me from the Cape Winelands to The Ritz-Carlton in Florida and kitchens at sea. Today, I bring that experience, a generous helping of creativity and a genuine love of hospitality to your table.
“Bubbly, passionate and driven by flavour.”
A taste of my craft
Thoughtfully created.
Beautifully plated.
Seasonal ingredients. Layers of flavour. A little unexpected delight. A selection of dishes from my culinary portfolio.
Precision & passion
A celebration of flavour
Colour & creativity
Seasonal by nature
Something sweet
The perfect final note
Experience that comes to your table
Rooted in the Cape.
Inspired by the world.
A career built in exceptional kitchens, with the same commitment to quality in every dish.
PRESENT
Boons Restaurant
EXECUTIVE CHEF
2025
Leeu Estates
EXECUTIVE HEAD CHEF
2021
Rickety Bridge Wine Estate
HEAD CHEF · PAULINA'S
2012
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
JUNIOR CHEF DE PARTIE · USA
Experience that comes to your table
You make the memories.
I'll make the food.
Personal from the first conversation to the final course.
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Let’s talk
Tell me about your occasion, your guests and the flavours you love. We’ll discuss your space, dietary needs and budget.
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Your menu, made for you
Together, we’ll shape a seasonal menu that feels right for your gathering. Every detail considered, every course with a purpose.
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Sit back. Savour. Enjoy.
I’ll take care of the sourcing, preparation and cooking. All that’s left for you is to settle in and enjoy your guests.