Rupesh ditched the corporate world after spending more than ten years working in the banking sector – to qualify as a chef.
He worked in restaurants in Johannesburg and Zanzibar and later became a freelance food critic writing for amongst others, the definitive Eat Out Guide.
As a confessed travel addict while in Istanbul inspiration struck, so after falling in love and moving to Cape Town, he set up his hip and happening company Eat Like a Local that takes you on immersive journeys to eat, experience and explore the city through your taste buds.
He’ll share his experience of Cape Town’s diverse vibe, as well as some hidden gems.
Such as in the heart of the Bo-Kaap, where you’ll get a taste of traditional Cape Malay food and old fashioned spices, and in the Waterfront, a take on contemporary African food.