Chef's Notes — Joanna's Steakhouse

From the Kitchen

Chef's Notes

Seasonal reflections, sourcing stories, and the thinking behind every dish — written by our kitchen team.

Where Our Steak Begins
Sourcing

April 2026  •  7 min read

Where Our Steak Begins

Every great steak starts long before it reaches the grill. It begins in the mist-covered mountains of Eswatini, where Nguni cattle have roamed for centuries. This is the story of how we found our source — and why we have never looked back.

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Recognition

Award-Winning Excellence

Joanna's Steakhouse Awards — Africa's Best New Restaurant, World Culinary Awards, South Africa Restaurant Awards