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13/10/2026
VUUR x THE LIVING ROOM AT SUMMERHILL | PART THREE
When it all comes together.
From the conversations and ideas to the preparation, the fire and finally the plates arriving at the table.
Our four-hands collaboration with The Living Room at Summerhill was about more than bringing two kitchens together. It was about taking a shared philosophy and turning it into an experience.
Two restaurants with different identities, working side by side, learning from one another and finding a common rhythm through the language of food and fire.
Sustainability remained at the heart of what we wanted to achieve, with a focus on respecting our ingredients, celebrating the whole animal and making thoughtful choices in the way we cook.
But when service began, it was also about something equally important — the people around the table.
The energy of the kitchen, the attention to every plate, the conversations with our guests and the pleasure of sharing something we had created together.
What started as a collaboration became a friendship, and what we shared over that weekend is something we will carry forward.
Because in the end, great cooking is about more than food. It’s about connection.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and to the incredible team at The Living Room at Summerhill for making this such a memorable experience.
Until we cook together again.
08/10/2026
We look back on a wonderful collaboration between two very different restaurants — VUUR and The Living Room at Summerhill.
What began as a shared passion for food and a desire to give sustainability a stronger voice soon became something much more meaningful — a friendship.
Different kitchens, different approaches, but a common respect for nature, the ingredients we work with and the responsibility we carry as chefs.
Beyond the food and the fire, it was about people coming together, sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas and building relationships that extend far beyond the kitchen.
Here’s a little sneak peek into our collaboration.
Over the coming week, we’ll be sharing a two-part video series capturing the people, the food and the stories behind this special experience.
Stay tuned. There is more to this story than what happened on the plate
11/09/2026
VUUR × The LivingRoom at Summerhill
Two restaurants. Two perspectives. One shared responsibility.
On 18 & 19 September, VUUR welcomes Johannes Richter and the team from The LivingRoom at Summerhill for the first chapter of a collaboration built around place, produce and sustainability.
For this opening chapter, our focus turns to venison — exploring one of South Africa’s most remarkable natural food resources and the role it can play in a more considered and sustainable way of cooking.
Together, we’ll explore the animal through different cuts, techniques and interpretations — bringing the philosophies of VUUR and The LivingRoom together around fire and the table.
This is more than a once-off meal.
This is a journey of two restaurants over two days!!!
18 & 19 September 2026
VUUR × The LivingRoom at Summerhill
Lunch 13:00 and Dinner 18:30
Chapter One: Venison
Fire. Place. Produce. Responsibility.
24/08/2026
At VUUR, we believe great food begins long before it reaches the fire.
It begins with the ingredient.
With understanding where it comes from.
And treating it with respect.
Then comes the craft — the hands, the heat, the patience.
Nothing rushed. Nothing unnecessary.
Just great produce, cooked with fire, and served with care.
VUUR. Fire. Simplicity. Connection. Care. The true meaning and pillars to VUUR Culture.
17/08/2026
A table like this only happens once.
This Heritage Weekend, VUUR comes to the city. Chef Shaun Scrooby joins Executive Chef Wesli Jacobs at Heirloom, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel for a four-hands collaboration, two chefs, two ways of telling a South African story, one table.
Fire meets refinement. Instinct meets technique. A five-course menu, paired with w**e, written once and served over two days.
📍 Cape Grace Hotel, V&A Waterfront
📅 25–26 September | Lunch & Dinner
🍽️ Limited seatings, book now
💰 R2,650.00 per person
You can book through the Dineplan App link in our BIO’s or post the following link into your browser :
https://account.dineplan.com/widgetframe/zmS1M0BT
02/08/2026
It starts with the hands.
Not the fire. Not the plate.
The hands that season without measuring. The hands that have learnt through repetition, patience, and respect. Every movement is deliberate, every touch earned over years of practice.
As Marco Pierre White once said, “Cooking is a craft. I like to think of myself as a craftsman.”
At VUUR, we believe every dish is shaped long before it reaches the fire. It begins with the hands that prepare it, the minds that understand it, and the care that transforms simple ingredients into something worth sharing.
Because great cooking isn’t built on recipes.
It’s built on craftsmanship.
RespectTheIngredient StorytellingThroughFood
19/07/2026
We love fire.
It isn’t a quick process. It’s time, patience, and respect. Fire can’t be rushed, and neither can great food. Every flame, every ember, every moment adds another layer of flavour and another chapter to the story we share around the table.
So what makes the perfect steak?
It starts long before it touches the fire.
Temper. Bring the meat to life.
Flame. Cook with instinct, not timers.
Char. Build flavour through fire, not burn.
Rest. Let patience finish what the flames began.
Simple. Honest. Fire-led.
That’s VUUR
Book your seat at VUUR by clicking on the link in our BIO, by visiting the Dineplan App or email us at [email protected]
12/07/2026
What is it like dining at VUUR?
It’s a place where you feel at home.
A place where you share food, stories and moments with the people around you.
A place where you get closer to the fire, closer to the ingredients, and closer to the way we do things.
We cook in front of you. We share our stories with you. We welcome you into our world.
And somewhere between the fire, the food and the conversation, strangers become friends and a restaurant begins to feel a little more like home.
That is VUUR.
Book your seats now for this winter and warm up with our fire, our warmth and caring service.
You can book your seat by following the link in our BIO, by visiting the Dineplan App or by emailing us at [email protected]
30/06/2026
The days pass, but VUUR continues to create something special.
No two days are ever the same. The fire changes. The meat changes. The guests around our table change. Every service tells a different story.
What never changes is the essence of VUUR.
A home away from home. A place where the fires keep burning, conversations linger, and every guest is welcomed with genuine care.
Because while the flames may never burn the same way twice, the feeling they create always remains.
Make sure you reserve your seat at the social table at VUUR Goose Island or your table at VUUR Private by clicking on the link in our BIO, via the or by writing us an email at [email protected]
Address
Stellenbosch
To reach the location in Stellenbosch, you can take a public bus from the Stellenbosch station and get off at the nearest stop. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can follow the N2 highway and take exit 33 toward Stellenbosch. Once in town, look for parking options near the destination.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
13:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday |
13:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday |
13:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday |
13:00 - 17:00 |
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18:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday |
13:00 - 17:00 |
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18:30 - 21:30 |
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What people say
VUUR in Stellenbosch offers an exclusive fire cooking experience in the picturesque Cape Winelands. Recently, the restaurant received a prestigious accolade from the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants, being named in their TOP 10 COUP DE COEUR - "Top 10 Favourites" list. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the VUUR team, who have created a dining experience that celebrates the love for meat.
Beyond just serving delicious food and wine, VUUR prides itself on hosting guests with warmth and storytelling. The intimate experience goes beyond just a meal; it is about immersing oneself in the location, hospitality, and overall ambiance of the restaurant.
With accolades from reputable sources like OutThere magazine and a growing reputation for excellence, VUUR has become a sought-after dining destination in Stellenbosch. Whether you are a local looking for a special night out or a visitor seeking an unforgettable culinary experience in South Africa, VUUR promises to deliver an exceptional dining experience that will leave you wanting more.
