Nina du Toit

Salsify at the Roundhouse

Nina du Toit is Head Chef at the critically acclaimed Salsify at the Roundhouse, one of South Africa's finest fine dining restaurants. Alongside executive chef Ryan Cole, she draws inspiration from the seasons, land, and sea when developing Salsify's ever-evolving menu. Nina revels in turning the ordinary into the extraordinary — elevating humble ingredients to impressive forms and finding pleasure in the complexities of the seemingly simple. Her dedication to culinary mastery is evident across Salsify's refined, elegant dishes, as well as in her meticulous craft of perfecting sourdough.

It’s a real special occasion restaurant. Watch the sunsetting over Table Mountain whilst enjoying their inventive cocktails, the food is superb and wine list is of course immaculate

Best breakfast in town. It’s in a beautiful old house in Greenpoint, they have a local clothing shop and African arts. The food is always on point, sitting under the trees outside. I always have an iced matcha with a slice of lemon olive oil cake after breakfast

On Bree Street. The bottomless French press and boiled eggs with seeded rye and local cheese is a match made in heaven.
It’s perfect for people watching or even a day of work

Oranjezicht City Farm Market. After a sunrise walk on the promenade get to the market early to skip the crowds. I love buying my fresh veggies for the week, sourdough bread from Woodstock Bakery and cheeses and preserves. It’s like walking through a fantasy world where each store is more beautiful than the next. The Wednesday night market is also a vibe

Secret gin bar. Whether it’s for predrinks or after dinner night cap the gin bar is a special secret on Wale Street. They have cool bar snacks and their gins and cocktails are delicious. Sit in the courtyard and catch up with friends

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