What is Reuben Riffel doing now?

Current Chef and restaurateur, Reuben’s in Franschhoek and The Ivy Hotel in Johannesburg; co-owner of Tap|Eat, Franschhoek Brewing Company, Arkeste Restaurant, Reuben’s and Co Café at Val de Vie, RiffelCarstens private dining and consulting.

Is Reuben Riffel married?

Maryke Riffel
Reuben Riffel/Spouse

Who is the best chef in South Africa?

• Chef Jackie Cameron – Top South African Chefs.
• Chef Adriaan Maree – Famous chefs in South Africa.
• Annemarie Robertson – Top ten chefs in South Africa.
• Veronica Canha-Hibbert – Top 10 chefs in South Africa.
• Chef Jan van der Westhuizen – Popular chefs in South Africa.
• Lucas Ndlovu – Top South African Chefs.

Where did Reuben Riffel study?

After honing his skills for three years at Monneaux, Riffel moved to Cambridge, England, to run a startup restaurant, Bruno’s Brasserie, which soon drew in the crowds.

How did Reuben Riffel become a master chef?

Not long after, Riffel made his way to the kitchen and under the strict guidance of Chef Christophe Dehosse, learned food preparation basics. He was eventually responsible for the restaurant’s Sunday buffet lunch carvery.

Who are the judges on Master Chef South Africa?

In 2014, he replaced Andrew Atkinson as a permanent judge on MasterChef South Africa, beginning with its third season. Riffel, Pete Goffe-Wood and Benny Masekwameng comprised the judging panel, and Riffel hosted the third season as well as a Celebrity MasterChef season in 2015.

Where does Reuben Riffel live in South Africa?

Riffel met his wife Maryke while working at Monneaux. They have two children. He lives in Franschhoek, South Africa. Riffel supports numerous local charities and events. These include his collaboration with chefs Margot Janse, Neil Jewell and Duncan Doherty in 2012 as part of the Celebrity Chefs Challenge Dinner.

When did Reuben Riffel appear on the Today Show?

In 2011, Riffel appeared on both The Martha Stewart Show and The Today Show. In June 2012, he was a guest judge on the second season of the M-Net television cooking competition MasterChef South Africa.