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Scot Kirton
La Colombe Restaurant Group
Scot Kirton is the Chef Proprietor of the La Colombe Group, a collection of acclaimed restaurants based in and around Cape Town, South Africa. Having taken over the reins of La Colombe restaurant at age 27, today, Kirton focuses on the strategic growth and vision of the La Colombe Group, which has expanded to include six celebrated sister restaurants including La Petite Colombe, PIER, and Epice. His role as partner emphasizes business leadership, brand development, and maintaining the group’s reputation for excellence. Widely regarded as a culinary entrepreneur, Kirton has helped shape South Africa’s fine dining landscape, ensuring the group continues to set benchmarks for creativity, consistency, and world-class hospitality.
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