Blog

The Damhuis cookbook, Recipes and Memories of a House, is more than just a recipe book – it’s a collector’s [...]

In 2018, Damhuis Restaurant released Recipes and Memories of a House, a collector’s item that features recipes curated by Executive [...]

More often than not, the people behind the scenes aren’t really given the credit they deserve for their work, but [...]

Damhuis Restaurant in Melkbosstrand is a popular West Coast eatery that serves up fresh seafood and traditional South African cuisine. [...]

Cape Town is home to many historical sites and monuments, most of which are centuries old. Many ghost stories have [...]

Smartphones and iPads are certainly taking over the world, and more and more children are turning to these devices for [...]

If you were asked to think of a traditional South African dish, bobotie would undoubtedly come to mind. While the [...]

Whether it’s said in an opera, a love poem, or whispered as sweet nothings, many say "I love you" is best said in Italian. But, [...]

Steven Jooste grew up loving the ocean, so it only seems fitting then that he finds himself in the role [...]

Just thinking about mussel chowder makes your mouth water, right? Well, we don’t blame you; the rich and creamy dish [...]

Is there anything better than kicking back after a long week and sipping on a cocktail? Since your answer will [...]

Nowadays, family outings mean more than just taking the kids out for a good time; it also usually means that [...]

If you’ve visited Damhuis Restaurant, you’ve probably seen Julian mixing and shaking one of our signature cocktails behind the bar. [...]

There is no doubt that a successful restaurant can only truly thrive if a proper manager is on the floor [...]

From an early age, pastry chef Benja de Villiers’ happy place was in the kitchen - in front of the [...]

It might not be the first thing that pops into mind when it comes to dreaming up a dessert, but [...]

At Damhuis Restaurant, we pride ourselves on being a close family of people who care about top-notch food and service. [...]

The West Coast offers a wide range of things to do and places to see, and it’s right on your [...]

Pickled fish is one of the most popular dishes in Cape Town, especially around Easter time. Of course, it’s an [...]

There are many food items that South Africans simply cannot get enough of: from braaied meat and potjiekos to biltong [...]

The Damhuis, one of the oldest buildings in South Africa, was the first structure built in Melkbosstrand and dates back [...]