We Speak Kitchen Here

We Speak Kitchen Here takes readers behind the scenes into the daily working life of the chefs in Liam Tomlin's restaurants. Each of the five Western Cape restaurants has its own story, told through its partnerships, staff, recipes, growth, and patrons.

It is essentially a cookbook without the usual photographs of finished, plated dishes. Instead it follows the flow of dishes being prepared, from concept through to delivery. The aim is to show what daily life and operations look like in a fine dining establishment, and what it takes to create the food and run a successful restaurant.

The book includes 100 basic recipes that any professional chef or keen home cook can make. The restaurants featured are Chefs Warehouse & Canteen on Bree, Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia, Thali, Chefs Warehouse Maison, and Jewells at the Spice Route.

It is intended as a keepsake for anyone interested in food and in the business of hospitality.