FRANÇOIS FERREIRA
SA food evangelist



FRANCOIS FERREIRA is known for his contemporary and quirky approach to the country’s rich and diverse food culture. From beetroot & biltong mielierys risotto to innovative cheese sushi – Francois contributes greatly to the appreciation of South African cuisine with near-evangelical enthusiasm.

“ Food and wine should be fun for all – not an elitist pastime.” This down-to-earth approach belies his many awards, extensive culinary knowledge and experience in his field. From working at the households of State Presidents and restaurant consulting, to hosting his own food cabaret and traveling the country and abroad to teach, his dedication to his art inspires all who cross his path.

As a renowned food ambassador he travels to Namibia regularly, as he has done in the past to St. Helena Island.

He currently lives in Oudtshoorn and works in George where he heads the Eden Hospitality Service and Training Unit. An eternal student himself - his first love is teaching a new generation of chefs to appreciate the wonders of our culinary heritage. Francois is also in great demand as a food consultant or as consulting chef. He believes that the experience of cuisine should be a whole experience including good food, excellent service, fine wine and great ambience.

He hosted a food program on television “Pure Passion” and co-hosts the popular Huiskok/Glanskok culinary slot on RSG, currently he can be seen on KyKnet’s “ROER!”.

His book, “Home Cooking / Kuierkos”, is due to be released at the Vodashop/Outeniqua Cheese festival on 29 July 2005.

In his leisure time you might find him enjoying Klein-Karoo cuisine in Jemima’s, reviewing restaurants for various publications, sourcing fresh zucchini flowers or creating a new dish in his quest for the definitive South African cuisine.