OUR MC
&
ENTERTAINMENT
FOR
THE EVENING
IS …
SEAN DERCKSEN
It is an award presented for service - All Nominees in ALL the
Categories are winners of the RASA Rosetta Award for Service
Excellence
Is an award given to restaurants
that strive for service excellence
in the restaurant industry. It is
recognition of the highest honors
for service excellence & overall
contribution to the upliftment of
the restaurant industry
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Best Family Restaurant
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Best Café Style Restaurant
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Best Elegant Restaurant
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Best Coffee Shop
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Best Take Away Outlet
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Best Country Restaurant
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Best Restaurant in the Table Service & Waitering
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Best International / Alternative / Experiential Restaurant
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Best Sit Down Restaurant
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Best Fine Dining Restaurant
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RASA’s Best Newly Opened Restaurant 2012
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Chairman’s Award & Top Performer
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Best Franchise Group
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Best Supplier
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RASA’s BEST RESTAURANT 2012
PRIMI PIATTI FOURWAYS
SMITH AND WOLLENSKY
TSG
MIKES KITCHEN FLORIDA
COCO BONGO
OCEAN BASKET NORTHGATE
TONY’S SPAGHETTI GRILL
TURN ‘N TENDER
Turn n Tender was founded on the 1st of April 1977 by the four Aaron brothers, Mervyn, Steven, Howard and Brian.
Our first shop was situated in Greenside, we then opened Balfour Park.
In November 1982, Turn n Tender Braamfontein was opened and soon became the flagship of the Turn n Tender group.
For many people the Braamfontein store was considered to be an institution and you will always get people telling you about their experiences there.
After selling the property in Braamfontein in 2003,
The Mini Tender Steak Boutique was launched in Emmarentia. Even with the name change, this particular store soon became famous in its own right.
PUNCHINELLO’S RESTAURANT
MONDIVINO
THE KITCHEN BAR
BEEFCAKES
CAFÉ CULTURE
TOKYO STAR
COFI BROOKLYN
THE MET GRILL LOUNGE AND BAR
SCUSI BISTRO
Dine in style and elegance at this Venice-inspired restaurant, which brings flair to the Montecasino Entertainment Complex.
Punchinello’s Restaurant offers Venetian cuisine and a variety of wonderful dishes using the flavours of the Mediterranean
as the inspiration with an emphasis on freshness of ingredients and simplicity in the recipe preparation and presentation.
THE MARION ON NICOL
CASALINGA
SIGNATURE
PIGALLE
FIRE AND ICE
HARTFORD HOUSE
THE ROUND HOUSE
BLUE FEATHER
KREAM
Blue Feather, a fine dining restaurant and bistro, is the newest addition to Andrew Anderson’s group of companies.
This exquisite new eatery, located in the heart of Midrand, is set to become the ‘talk of the town’.
The theatre-styled kitchen produces a 7-course menu that will take your taste buds on a journey of enlightenment.
Executive Chef, Mitch Clark, has worked in the kitchens of world renowned chefs and has cooked for some of the most discerning guests.
Mitch, supported by his Pastry Chef James, has food-pairing down to a fine art.
The ambiance is enhanced by subdued lighting, unobtrusive background music, and the sound of the many cascading water features.
DOPPIO ZERO SANDTON CITY
THYME ON NICOL
LIFE GRANDE CAFÉ - HYDEPARK
BEAN THERE COFFEE
VIDA E CAFFE
JUNIPAS
THE PATISSERIE
TASHAS - HYDE PARK
TASHAS NICOLWAY
WEISENHOF LANSERIA
Thyme on the Nicol
SUGO ROSSO
PHAT PANDA ILLOVO
YUNIQUE CHINESE RESTAURANT
VIDA e CAFFE PARKTOWN
ILLY – AIRPORT
ANDICCIO 24
Illy Go! was opened in June 2010 and is situated in the
International Arrivals terminal of the Oliver Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
This express style establishment was opened with the goal to delight consumers worldwide with excellent coffee
and an extrodinary experience involving sense and spirit. To foster the development and the global culture of
espresso following a single path , from bean to cup, where the best product is combined with knowledge and
a continuously re interpreted tradition.
Some culinary features are:
Fresh sandwiches Innovative bagels and wrapps Croissants Muffins Delectable Cup cakes
CENTRAL COUNTRY LODGE
ROOTS AT FORUM HOMINI
THE CRADLE RESTAURANT
THE WINDMILL RESTAURANT
KLOOFZICHT LODGE & BALATA
THE PHATT CHEF CLARENS
DA VINCENZO COUNTRY RESTAURANT
THE POSTHOUSE GREYTON
TRES JOLIE
The Post House Restaurant offers hotel guests and visitors to Greyton delicious breakfasts, Pub lunches, speciality hot beverages and
scrumptious Country Cuisine for dinner.We believe that a kitchen should use produce that is seasonal
And locally sourced and thus the idea to change the menu during Summer and Winter months.Our restaurant and pub are fully licenced and
booking is recommended on weekends.Should you have any dietary requirements, please let us know prior to your arrival
so that we can ensure the best possible eating experience for you.Come and enjoy a drink at The Post House Country Pub
where we have a big screen TV for sports viewing and a cozy lounge with a fireplace to keep you warm in Winter.
We also have an extensive Whiskey collection.
THOMAS MAXWELL BISTRO
AFRICA PRIDE RESTAURANT
SALVATION CAFÉ
TH RESTAURANTS
DORADO’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
NEWS CAFÉ AIRPORT
TASHAS MORNINGSIDE
tashas has successfully introduced a new, boutique cafe experience, which has a
unique signature style and a point of differentiation from the existing, globalised, franchised model.
It has an energetic identity with an international flair, within a local environment.
tashas is a warm, comfortable, light, easy, breezy space that enhances
the delightful dining experience, excellent service, brand trust and loyalty.
t captures a fresh spin on the traditional ‘coffee shop’ experience.
tashas is a dynamic sensual journey of flavour set in lush interiors.
It represents the lifestyle aspirations of urbane and cosmopolitan guests.
It is the successful marriage of tastes and design aesthetics, which enhances the authentic flavour
and delightful eating experience which is the celebration of the tashas concept.
Every plate of food is made with the freshest ingredients and prepared on order,
giving this coffee shop haven the true status of a five star quality restaurant.
THAVA
BISMILLAH
NAMASTE
SAI THAI
MO-ZAM-BIK
KOI
SAKHUMZI
THE RAJ
MORALENG
PLAKA
MEZEPOLI
Koi (jap.) meaning - ‘Come, Love, Fish’
Welcome to Koi Restaurants, the leader in contempory Asian Cuisine.
At Koi we strive to bring you the latest in Asian trends mixed with our own touch of Western style in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
KOI’s unrivalled Japanese and Chinese Chefs prepare meals with originality and great flare, making KOI not only celebrated,
but legendary for its innovative cuisine.
BOTTEGA CAFÉ
THE BULL RUN RESTAURANT
LA CUCINA DI CIRO
RITROVO RESTAURANT
CORNUTI RESTAURANT
THE GOD FATHER
BLONDIES KITCHEN
LUCA’S PIZZERIA
GILES RESTAURANT
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door says “Ciropractor - Taste bud manipulation and stimulation”.
This is precisely what Ciro Molinaro has been doing for the last 10 years with lots of passion and enthusiasm,
u culinary skills, Ciro is also an engaging and charming host and
but no fuss or pretence. Besides his excellent
the restaurant exudes an old fashion charm
n with its soft painted walls, assortment of wrought iron chandeliers
and window seating with lots of plump cushions. The open plan kitchen with its array of gleaming saucepans,
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HEMMINGWAY’S RESTAURANT
BROWNS OF RIVONIA
PICCOLO MONDO
PROSOPA
VIVACE
LE SOUFFLE FRENCH CAFÉ
THE QUARTERS HOTEL
Discerning diners relish in superb fine dining cuisine enrobed in relaxed ambiance and elegant décor feasting on classic cuisine
infused with modern style, perfectly prepared to perfection.
Housed inside the mesmerising Michelango Hotel, Piccola Mondo proudly holds membership of the esteemed
Chaine de Rostiesseurs, a dedicated society that nurtures fine dining.
Dressed in palates of gold and bronze wrapped in an era of Italian Renaissance and
classical elegance, diners enjoy stylish and graceful surrounds complimented by decadent cuisine in the heart of Sandton, West Street.
THE CORNER CAFÉ AND BISTRO
What started as a little hole in the wall Cafe eight years ago has doubled in size twice,
won Best of Joburg’s Best neighbourhood restaurant two years running & somehow
has maintained the intimacy the early Cafe days.Cnr Cafe has a concise bistro style menu
•SPUR
•OCEAN BASKET
•NEWS CAFE
•TASHAS
•VIDA E CAFFE
•DOPPIO ZERO
•SCOOTERS
•OLD FASHIONED FISH & CHIPS / CHINGOS
(TRADITIONAL BRANDS )
•RED RABBIT FRENCH GRILL
•LICORISH BISTRO
•TASHAS NICOLWAY
•THE FOUNDRY
•CUBE TASTING KITCHEN
•MORRISON & CO
Licorish is owned by Jacques Fourie and Aki Hadjipetros, both of whom have travelled extensively to combine their knowledge of food,
flavours and wine. Jacques Fourie is also the executive chef and is actively involved in the conceptualisation and delivery of the menu.
Licorish bistro’s menu is a unification of contempory classics and modern South African with a strong Cape Malay influence.
Bredies, Boboties and sosaties are some the flavours that are incorporated into Jacques dishes to create a unique and flavoursome meal.
HULETTS
SOUTH AFRICAN BREWERIES
PARMALAT
AON
MICROS
SURESWIPE
EGOLIGAS
NU LAID (PIONEER FOODS)
RETAIL CAPITAL
AON
•RESTAURANT MOSAIC AT THE ORIENT
•BICE
•BUTCHER BLOCK EXECUTIVE GRILL
•THE TASTING ROOM
•CAFÉ 41
•TOKARA
Having travelled the world, filling several passports in the process, Chantel found her second home in Paris where she fell in love with
the Belle Epoque Restaurants such as Le Grand Colbert, Vaganende and La Fermette Marbeuf.
When asked how she wanted to decorate Restaurant Mosaic, her choice was easy – in the Art Nouveau style.
Renowned South African Impressionist artists and interior decorators were commissioned to step back in time to
the romantic early 1900s to create a restaurant that was both romantic and unique.
It has an intimate feel with booth-type seats and two private dining rooms.
When the restaurant is open, award-winning chef Chantel Dartnall
is always in attendance and always meets the diners to explain the menu and answer questions.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO
SEAN
GARTH
AYSHA
JOHN MADISON
THE RASA STAFF
THE STAFF AT AARYA
&
ALL OUR
SPONSORS FOR MAKING
THE EVENING SO SPECIAL
THANKING OUR SPONSORS
WITHOUT THEM THE STARS WOULD NOT SHINE
THANKING OUR SPONSORS
WITHOUT THEM THE STARS WOULD NOT SHINE
Savannah Silverware
Guy Schmidt
Photography