Portrait of Margot Janse
i. Biography
Margot Janse is an award-winning Dutch chef born in Naarden, closely identified with Le Quartier Français in Franschhoek, South Africa. Her work is associated with African-inspired cuisine.
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The Path
Early in their career, Margot worked as waitress in Harare, Zimbabwe (from 1989), cook/restaurant worker at Parktown North Italian restaurant in Johannesburg, South Africa, employee at Bay Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa, sous chef at Le Quartier Français in Franschhoek, South Africa (from 1995), and head chef at Le Quartier Français in Franschhoek, South Africa (until 2017).
The Work Today
That specialty defines the craft note most closely associated with her cooking.
Acclaim
Margot's honors include Eat Out DStv Chef of the Year.
FAQ
Asked of Margot
Where did Margot Janse work before?
Margot Janse's earlier career included Parktown North Italian restaurant, Bay Hotel, and Le Quartier Français.
What recognition has Margot Janse received?
Eat Out DStv Chef of the Year (2002).
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