Experience a gastronomical adventure like no other with Beyond, a new restaurant in South Africa that focuses on utilizing indigenous and often ignored ingredients in their menu. Chefs Peter Tempelhoff and Sebastian Stehr collaborate with Dr. Jan De Vynck to shed light on the origins, procurement, and environmental footprints of these ingredients, resulting in a unique and sustainable dining experience. Beyond’s pantry is a vibrant celebration of variety, with locally sourced ingredients forming the core of their offerings, and the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s menus offer a ninecourse dinner on Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve, coupled with a sevencourse lunch on Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Embark on a gastronomic journey with beyond’s limitededition Origins of Flavour dining experiences this summer. These exclusive events, inspired by the work of collaborator and paleoecologist Dr. Jan de Vynck, offer a unique chance to delve into the Western Cape’s rich indigenous heritage, centuriesold ingredients, and inventive tastes.
Situated in the scenic Buitenverwachting Estate, a historical treasure founded in 1796, Beyond Restaurant presents a distinctive opportunity to embark on a gastronomic expedition this Heritage Day. Famed for its international culinary proficiency and cuttingedge gastronomic methods, Beyond is the rural counterpart to the city elegance of FYN. In a first for the restaurant, Beyond has assembled a delightful tasting menu devoted to the treasured South African custom of braai, providing a scrumptious experience to commemorate this yearly event.