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.

Cooking, other Services and some fun Statistics

Private Events & Corporate Events

 

Live-Fire Dining Experiences

Unlike a traditional caterer, Kobus Botha creates immersive live-fire dining experiences where guests become part of the cooking.

 

Why Choose Kobus Braai?

• Premium live-fire dining specialist.

• Thousands of meals prepared throughout France.

• Experience ranging from intimate dinners to events serving 6,000 guests.

• Trusted by leading international companies, luxury brands and private clients.

• Custom-designed barbecues that are safe to operate in virtually any venue, with no open fire on the ground and minimal fire risk.

• Successfully cooked at prestigious venues throughout France, including Paris, forests, museums, châteaux and historic estates.

• Theatre, hospitality and exceptional food combined into one unforgettable experience.

Private Events

Every private event is designed as a generous feast.

Suitable for:

• Weddings

• Anniversaries

• Birthdays

• Family celebrations

• Private gatherings

Typical size:

• 35–200 guests

What's included:

• All cooking equipment

• All ingredients

• Experienced cooking team

• Complete on-site preparation

• Live-fire cooking throughout the event

The dining experience:

• Abundant aperitif cooked over the fire

• Freshly served on circulating wooden boards

• Multiple dishes served throughout the reception

• Main dishes prepared and served directly from the barbecue

• Fish, meat and seasonal accompaniments

• Guests choose what they would like to eat and may return for more

Please note:

• Desserts are not included.

• Kobus prefers to concentrate on what he does exceptionally well: unforgettable live-fire cooking.

• Drinks, crockery, cutlery and table service remain the responsibility of the client or appointed caterer.

Corporate Events

From executive dinners to large public events.

Typical size:

• 50–6,000 guests

Suitable for:

• Product launches

• Corporate celebrations

• Company anniversaries

• Client entertainment

• Festivals and public events

• Gala dinners

Services:

• Tailor-made menus

• Scalable service for small and very large events

• Experienced professional team

• Complete on-site live-fire cooking

A selection of prestigious clients can be viewed on the Clients page.

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Booking Information

Reservations

• A 50% deposit secures the event date.

• For bookings made more than one year in advance:

  • 25% on confirmation.

  • 25% during January of the event year.

Final payment

• Remaining balance payable one month before the event.

Installation

• Equipment is normally installed the day before the event.

• Equipment is removed the day after the event whenever possible.

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Other 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​​