Reuben Cooks

Flavours, tastes, smells, and textures have the power to transport you back to your childhood, to make you feel the way you did when you first tasted a peach, an orange, or a caramelised onion and blue cheese tart. Reuben Riffel, a 34-year-old South African sensation, grew up in humble Groendal and is now one of the countrys best chefs. His restaurant, Reubens, lies in the heart of South Africas famous Winelands in Franschhoek, a beautiful town fast becoming known as one of the worlds premier food and wine destinations.