19 November 2026 | Leonardo Royal Hotel The Hague
The Embassy of South Africa and South African Tourism invite the public to experience South African cuisine on 19 November 2026 at Leonardo Royal Hotel The Hague. The culinary event will feature renowned chef Zola Nene, who will personally prepare and curate the menu in collaboration with Chef Sido de Brabander and the hotel’s culinary team.
Ambassador Vusi Madonsela, emphasised South African culture, gastronomy and the opportunity to share the country’s culinary heritage with the Dutch public.
“Food is an important expression of South Africa’s rich cultural diversity and heritage. Through this festival, we are pleased to share our culinary traditions with the people of the Netherlands and invite them to discover the flavours of South Africa.”
Zola Nene is an award-winning chef, television personality, food stylist and cookbook author. A graduate of the Institute of Culinary Arts in Stellenbosch, she became widely known through South Africa’s Expresso Morning Show, followed by appearances as a judge on The Great South African Bake Off and MasterChef South Africa. She also presented Celeb Feasts with Zola and authored several cookbooks, including Simply Delicious, Simply Zola and Simply Seven Colours, which received international recognition at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.
Her cooking celebrates South Africa’s diverse culinary heritage, combining traditional flavours and ingredients with contemporary presentation. Her participation promises a distinctive introduction to the country’s food culture for guests in The Hague.
The collaboration with Leonardo Royal Hotel’s Chef Sido de Brabander will bring together South African culinary traditions and the hotel’s professional kitchen team. Further details of the menu will be announced shortly.
Event Information
- Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026
- Venue: Leonardo Royal Hotel The Hague
- Address: Van Stolkweg 1, 2585 JL The Hague
- Organisers: Embassy of South Africa and South African Tourism
- Open to: The general public
Reservations are strongly recommended to secure a table.
Reservations: Leonardo Royal Hotel The Hague.
