The Chilli Bar

In this episode of Hammy Eats, Nick Hamman heads to Southfield, Cape Town, to uncover a massive local secret at The Chilli Bar, a legendary institution that has been keeping the city's nightlife and food scene buzzing for 37 years! 🇿🇦🌶️

Most Capetonians know The Chili Bar for its epic music, live bands, and long late-night queues stretching through Southfield. But what many don't realise is that behind the DJ box lies a kitchen serving up what the comment section claims is the absolute best bunny chow in South Africa, giving Durban a real run for its money!

Nick sits down with the family to unpack their incredible 37-year journey, starting from a tiny café opened by his mother in the late 80s after moving from Athlone. Today, they are staying true to a relentless hard work ethic. Everything is made from scratch, no canned ingredients, fresh morning market runs daily, and traditional curries cooked to the rhythm of loud music and pure passion. Unlike tomato-forward Durban curries, The Chili Bar serves up a unique, warming South Indian flavor profile that builds up a beautiful kick, instantly melting the Cape winter away. It’s a masterclass in culinary legacy, high quality, and cooking with love.

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