Zainie Misbach is a Bo-Kaap local with strong community ties and a passion for preserving the Cape Malay culture. Zainie has over 30 years experience in Cape Malay Cuisine and has been involved in numerous initiatives to show case the Cape Malay culture through food, starting from the very first Cape Malay Restaurant in South Africa (Biesmiellah Restaurant) to the most well renowned Noon Gun Restaurant.
Some of Zainie's accomplishments:
Co-operated family founded restaurant in Bo-Kaap
Started 'Bo-Kaap Bazaar', a homed-based restaurant and gift shop.
Chosen to feature in the '2010 Soccer World Cup' television campaign 'I am 2010', in which Zainie showcased the cooking of traditional 'Tomato Bredie'.
Featured on numerous local and international TV programs including: Pasella, KykNet, Jou Show met Emo, Wine Route with Bobotie, and Food Consultant for MasterChef SA.
Zainie was also featured in many international shows, magazines and other print media.
Zainie says: 'I believe there is a need for interactive tourism. So come and meet me and let's cook together!' .