PLATED BY CHEF NEO

Elevating Fine Dining with Passion and Precision

Meet Neo

My tale is a classic one; I fell in love with food from a very young age having loved experimenting in the kitchen, especially on Sundays with mom. My absolute favourite pastime was rotting away, in front of the TV, salivating over the dishes created by my Food Network favourites; Siba Mtongana and Ina Garten to name a few. 

I honed my fine dining skills working with top South African chefs, including Chef Wandile Mabaso and Michelin-starred Chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen. Seeking further growth, I traveled abroad, gaining invaluable experience in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and Vero Beach, Florida, where I refined my culinary and event execution skills. Now, with The Plated team, I’m ready to share my passion for food and wine with you.

After enrolling in an Economics degree at the University of Cape Town, I discovered a deep passion for food and wine, inspired by Cape Town’s vibrant culinary scene. This realization led me to leave my degree and pursue formal culinary training at the Prue Leith Culinary Institute, where I earned certifications in professional cooking and wine education.

Where Passion Meets Food.

Crafting Exceptional Culinary Experiences ; One Plate at a Time

Crafting Exceptional Culinary Experiences ;
One Plate at a Time.

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