My Festive Menu

Client: POP24
Year Completed: 2021

My Festive Menu on SABC3 is a vibrant cooking series where celebrity chefs bring flair, creativity and seasonal inspiration to festive family meals. Each episode explores a unique menu and theme, from urban Christmas feasts and tapas inspired spreads to Italian dishes and rustic farm style celebrations.

The series features well known chefs including Lentswe Bhengu, Mogau Seshoene, Lorna Maseko, Kamini Pather and Yolani Abrahams, who prepare a wide range of festive dishes. From elegant lamb roasts and risotto balls to home made pasta, spitbraais and decadent desserts, each episode showcases food designed to bring people together around the table.

CoolerBox Brothers developed and produced the series, shaping the format and visual style of the programme. Through thoughtful camera work, detailed close ups and carefully paced editing, the production highlights both the artistry of the dishes and the personalities of the chefs.

By capturing cooking techniques, table presentations and the shared experience of festive meals, the series creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that celebrates food, family and celebration.

Television