The Unauthorized Autobiography

We came, we saw, we braaied! Had a fab, fun afternoon braaing for all the farm staff @tokarawine #braaibefok #braaiporn #fireandsmoke #timeofyourlife #lovemywork (at Tokara) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckiwx5oK8Ui/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Another rocking #steakclub @bovinegrillhouse with some seriously rocking guests - great to have @watershedmusicofficial in the house! #fireandsmoke #timeofyourlife #steakislife #lovemyjob (at Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkN7-8uKDFo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Mango ‘a Go Go - mango season on Benguerra @azuraretreats - all manner of mango creations this week - curd, mousse, salsa, curry, chutney, pickle, crepes, rum glazed, smoothie, parfait the list goes on! #instamango #mangostilllife #timeofyourlife #lovemyjob #mangomadness (at Azura) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkDRBgqqS6K/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

In 35 years of cooking professionally I’ve been blessed to have worked with some magnificent ingredients, but this freshly caught Yellow Fin Tuna has got to be at the top of my list. It’s going to be a honour to break the beauty down and do justice to every last morsel. @azuraretreats #timeofyourlife #lovemyjob #tuna #fireandsmoke #sashimi #ceviche #seared #smoked #cured (at Azura) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkBE1YZqVTj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Great to be back in Mozambique again @azuraretreats It’s a privilege to work with such amazing fresh, local produce #lovemyjob #fireandsmoke #timeofyourlife #instaprawns #seafoodporn (at Azura) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj7XTfzKGu0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Last night’s dinner @bovinegrillhouse with @patricka13 called for great steaks & some proper wine! @nederburgwine @luddite_wines #timeofyourlife #fireandsmoke #wineporn #thesteaksarehigh🥩 #bo-vine #maythesaucebewithyou (at Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjKn27IqO-_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

If anyone is in Kimberly next week - you best swing by Flavour, it’s going to be off the charts. @reenmusiek @malupork @beefmastersa @janrhaap #porklicious #fireandsmoke #timeofyourlife https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPEyaRq1DO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Very privileged to have been able to taste these magnificent older vintages. @nederburgwine Anyone who says that SA wines aren’t made to last, needs to do their homework. #lovemyjob #timeoryourlife #wineporn (at Stellenbosch, Western Cape) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfG1jrzqND3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Gourmet Pap, Wors & Smoor - the winner today! Pretty impressive - wors, made from scratch @nederburgwine @chefsstudioct (at Cape Town, Western Cape) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfEUqqLqTSh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Today would have been Ed’s 84th birthday, it will be the first without him, plus Fathers Day to follow on Sunday. I still feel his presence & his voice in my head whenever I do anything questionable. But I miss the banter, the support, the dodgy jokes….the man. #edmundo (at Hout Bay, Western Cape, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce5_EupKKTv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Tonight’s dinner - slow cooked Italian style Meatballs w/ Pancetta, Tomato & Red Wine, finished with fresh Basil & Parmesan #homecooking #timeofyourlife #instagood #meatballporn # (at Hout Bay, Western Cape, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CewG_YBKRMS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Great way the begin the day - breakfast in bed while Glamping @canvascollectiveafrica in Bot River. What an unbelievable experience #timeofyourlife #glamping #localislekker #instacamping (at Bot River) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ces7A9aqcQ0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Some seriously good Canapé & Cocktail pairings from @worldclasssa Cocktail Competition @chefstudio.ct #timeofyourlife #lovemyjob #cocktailporn (at Cape Town, Western Cape) https://www.instagram.com/p/CelTcbRqNa8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Drinks options with lunch @barbascule - it’s a terrible life I lead. @worldclasssa @worldclass #timeofyourlife #instawhisky #drinksporn #lovemyjob (at Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town) https://www.instagram.com/p/CegOfQiqTgI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Caffeine sorted for the day & now it’s onto the next round of cocktails @worldclasssa #timeofyourlife #lovemyjob #worldclass (at The Rockefeller Hotel) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ceft2nxKzIO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Judging @worldclasssa Cocktail competition. Tonight is the Speed Round, bartenders must make 10 drinks in 8 minutes. So far, some damn fine drinks. #lovemyjob #timeofyourlife #instadrinks #cocktailporn (at Gorgeous George) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeeU4orq7CF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=