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28-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Reimagining the Sunday roast: FireLake's culinary celebration at Radisson Blu
If there's one meal that stirs memories and brings people together, it's the beloved Sunday roast. Image: Supplied If there's one meal that stirs memories and brings people together, it's the beloved Sunday roast. It's a tradition that transcends cultures, and at the FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, nestled inside the Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, this timeless custom is being reimagined in a manner that invites you into a world of soul, style, and culinary genius. Every last Sunday of the month, FireLake transforms into the epicentre of comfort food and fine dining as Executive Chef Sihle Skwambane presents a gourmet version of the classic roast — a celebration deeply rooted in his lifelong passion for food and culinary artistry. 'I believe in taking traditional dishes that are hearty and full of flavour and serving them in ways that surprise and delight,' says Chef Sihle. 'The Sunday Roast at FireLake is a reflection of my journey — where the love for homestyle cooking meets contemporary creativity.' Chef Sihle says the Sunday Roast at FireLake is a reflection of his journey — where his love for homestyle cooking meets contemporary creativity. Image: Supplied As diners settle in, they can expect a feast featuring perfectly roasted meats, golden crispy potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fluffy Yorkshire puddings, and a rich, slow-simmered gravy. Each element is meticulously crafted and presented with the precision of a chef who has mastered his skills through a rich tapestry of experiences, including prestigious events like presidential inaugurations and global culinary showcases. Born in Boksburg and raised on the warmth of home-cooked meals, Chef Sihle's culinary journey began when he was just nine years old, exploring the world of baking. Today, with over three decades of experience and collaborations with esteemed chefs such as Andrew Atkinson, Chef Sihle brings a global flair to South Africa's cherished culinary traditions. For those craving a culinary journey that combines nostalgic flavours with a contemporary twist, FireLake's Sunday roast beckons with open arms. Image: Supplied
IOL News
28-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
A taste of home, served with heart
Chef Sihle Skwambane believes in serving meals that create memories. Image: Supplied If there's one meal that stirs memories and brings people together, it's the beloved Sunday roast. And at FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, nestled inside the Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, this timeless tradition is being reimagined - with soul, style, and a sprinkle of culinary genius. Every last Sunday of the month, FireLake becomes the centre of comfort food and fine dining as executive chef Sihle Skwambane presents a gourmet version of the classic roast - a celebration close to his heart and rooted in his lifelong passion for food. 'I believe in taking traditional dishes that are hearty and full of flavour and serving them in ways that surprise and delight,' says Chef Sihle. 'The Sunday Roast at FireLake is a reflection of my journey - where the love for homestyle cooking meets contemporary creativity.' Expect perfectly roasted meats, golden crispy potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and a rich, slow-simmered gravy - each element carefully crafted and plated with the precision of a chef who's honed his skills across presidential inaugurations, A-list concerts and global culinary showcases. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ For the perfect Sunday Roast, expect perfectly roasted meats, golden crispy potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and a rich, slow-simmered gravy Image: Supplied Born in Boksburg and raised on warm, home-cooked meals, Chef Sihle's career began at the age of nine when he started baking. Today, with more than three decades of experience and a résumé that includes collaborations with Chef Andrew Atkinson and appearances at international events, Chef Sihle brings global flair to local favourites. 'Food is about memory, connection, and emotion,' he says. 'I want our guests to sit down, take a bite, and be instantly transported - whether to their grandmother's kitchen or a five-star experience they'll never forget.'
