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Notes & Clarifications
A few ground rules that shape every rating, tasting note, and recommendation published here. Read this before planning a visit based on our coverage.
Every restaurant is visited anonymously at least twice, on different days of the week, before a score is assigned. Menus change seasonally, so a dish reviewed in summer may not appear in winter. Scores reflect the meal as served on the day, not the restaurant's reputation or our prior coverage.
Pairing suggestions reference bottles available at the venue on the date of the visit. Vintages change, and small estates often sell out quickly. When a specific wine is unavailable, we note the closest alternative offered by the sommelier rather than substituting our own recommendation.
Stories about emerging estates, producer markets, and braai traditions are editorial features, not paid placements. We do not accept compensation in exchange for coverage. A producer's inclusion in a guide reflects our independent assessment of their work, not a commercial arrangement.
Coverage is limited to Cape Town, Johannesburg, and the Garden Route. A restaurant outside these areas may appear only if it is part of a broader regional story, such as a winelands feature or a producer profile tied to a specific valley.
If a kitchen changes its menu, a chef departs, or a venue closes, we update the original review within thirty days of learning about the change. Older reviews carry a note indicating the last verified visit date, so readers can judge how current the information remains.
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