FAMILY MEAL: IPAPA, ILAYISA NENYAMA / PAP, RYS & VLEIS

FAMILY MEAL: PAP, RYS & VLEIS / IPAPA, ILAYISA NENYAMA 

Studio H and Chef Mmabatho Molefe are excited to host a series of three pop-up dinner events that celebrate single ingredients through a menu of local and heritage foods.

The FAMILY MEAL pop-up takes everyday ingredients (pap, rys & vleis) and presents it in a fresh and elevated menu through storytelling.

The pop-up restaurant will be open for three dinners only and tickets include a 5-course menu paired with MCC and wine (with no-alcohol alternatives).

Dates: 15, 16 & 17 May 2025 | 3 exclusive dinners | 100 guests per night
Venue: Lemkus Exchange, St George's Mall, Cape Town
Price: R1900 per person

Chef Mmabatho Molefe
Born and raised in KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, Mmabatho Molefe is the multi award-winning chef and founder of Emazulwini, a dining concept based in Cape Town. Mmabatho is known for championing indigenous ingredients and creating a voice for African stories through food. She was awarded the Eat Out Rising Star award during the 2022 Eat Out awards, she was on the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans list and also made the World 50 Best’s 50 Next List in 2022, as one of 50 people in the world changing the future of gastronomy.

Studio H
The Studio H team, led by Hannerie Visser and JC Landman, design creative strategies for brands through trend forecasting, new product development and sensory design. In 2019 Studio H founded FOOD XX, a support network and annual Awards for women in food in Africa. With an approach rooted in exploring a sustainable future, Studio H’s work is defined by design and innovation, and driven by the senses.