From international events and television to private dining and culinary consulting, Kobus Botha brings decades of experience as an award-winning chef, producer, author and presenter to every project.

 

Services & Statistics

 

Culinary Services

Beyond television, books and culinary experiences, Kobus Botha shares his expertise through personalised culinary services.

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Culinary Consultation & Kitchen Design

From concept development and menu creation to the design of functional kitchens and outdoor cooking spaces, Kobus provides expert guidance for private clients, restaurants, lodges and hospitality projects. His approach combines practical cooking knowledge, fire-cooking expertise and a deep understanding of how people gather around food.

 

Training & Masterclasses

Professional teams, chefs and enthusiasts can learn the techniques behind live-fire cooking, braai, seafood preparation and authentic culinary storytelling through tailored training sessions.

Private Chef Experiences

Enjoy an exclusive dining experience with Kobus Botha, featuring fire-cooked dishes, South African flavours, fresh seafood and a unique culinary journey designed for private gatherings and special occasions.

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Statistics

• Biggest event: 6000 meals over four days for the Inter Rhône wine event. Every day in a different town - Avignon, Tain-l'Hermitage, Ampuis.

• Biggest single day event: 4000 meals at Disney Paris for the launch of Lion King 2.

• Most prestigious event: Welcoming of the International Olympic Committee is Paris, cooking in the gardens of the Musée de Mont Martre.

• Outstanding event: The wedding of Chris, the son of the extraordinary French singing star Véronique Sanson and Stephen Stills (Crosby, stills, Nash & Young) next to the Seine river. Véronique is a treasure. And the music!

• Meals served by Kobus Braai: Tens of thousands.

• Kobus is present for every meal and cooks it himself.

• Regions cooked in in France: Every.

• Television series: 4

• Sharks fought and won: 1

• Awards won and nominations

  • Silwerskermfees Award – Best Reality Programme: Kokkedoor: Vuur & Vlam (Producer / Presenter)

  • Silwerskermfees Award – Best Reality Show Presenters: Kokkedoor: Vuur & Vlam (with Bertus Basson)

  • Content Innovation Awards – MIPCOM 2023: Kokkedoor: Vuur & Vlam shortlisted internationally

  • Multiple Gourmand World Cookbook Awards

  • Apex Awards – Best Books in the World for Southern African Shooting Guide​​