
A Table in the Corner is the space where Russel Wasserfall chats to people in the food industry about their passion and their take on the business of eating. Russel has worked in the media and food space for over 3 decades. He's run bars, restaurants and a confectionery factory, written for dozens of food and travel publications and made a bunch of cookbooks. His show is about the nitty-gritty of ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 179 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePlaces & TravelFoodArts | |||

In this episode of A Table in the Corner, Russel Wasserfall sits down with chef Adél Hughes and artist-host Liebet Jooste, the couple behind Seebamboes. Their restaurant, tucked above Galjoen on Harrington Street, forms part of the same restaurant fa... more
On this episode of A Table in the Corner, Russel sits down with Odette Olivier, head chef of the Harrington Street tasting-menu restaurant Belly of the Beast.
Odette talks about how she found her way into professional kitchens, from an early instinc... more
On this episode of A Table in the Corner, Russel sits down with Jesper Nilsson, the Swedish-born chef behind Ëlgr, his popular restaurant on Kloof Street.
Jesper’s cooking carries the clarity and discipline often associated with Scandinavian kitchen... more
On this episode of A Table in the Corner, Russel sits down with Ella Rykaart, the front-of-house force behind Rykaarts, the small, atmospheric restaurant she runs with her husband, chef Alex Rykaart, on Longridge Wine Estate.
While chefs often take ... more
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Amazing show that keeps us updated and informed with interesting stakeholders in the restaurant, food and hospitality industry. Keep up the good work!!!
Always a great & informative listen
I stumbled upon Russell’s Table in the Corner podcast while researching South Africa. Until then, I had written the country off as a semi-failed state—but the podcast completely changed my perspective. Through thoughtful conversations and rich storytelling, Russell offers a nuanced, vibrant picture of South Africa that left me intrigued and inspired. I now find myself eager to visit and experience the country’s gastronomic delights firsthand. It’s an easy, enjoyable listen and one I highly recom... more
If you love good food and are interested in how the industry and people behind it works, I can’t recommend this show enough.
Russel is a great host and he speaks to industry pros on their level, and knowing more about everyone from celebrity chefs to franchise owners helps me appreciate and enjoy the food even more.
Highly recommended listening.
I find the quality of sound on the podcasts very poor, making it difficult to listen to. A pity because the guest lineup is fabulous and worth following.
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The show centers on food industry professionals discussing the realities of running and growing businesses in hospitality, with emphasis on culture, people, and practicalities of scaling, staffing, and menu evolution. Guests range from restaurant owners and chefs to operators and artisans, focused on authentic craft, local sourcing, and sustainable practices. Listeners likely include industry players and aspiring operators seeking actionable insights, candid stories, and perspectives on challenges like staffing, pricing, and experience design. A standout trait is the host's long-form, in-the-trenches approach, which often uncovers the human and operational side of food businesses, not just the recipes. This makes it appealing to those who w... more
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Recent guests on A Table in the Corner include:
1. Odette Olivier Oulafir
2. Jesper Nilsson
3. Ella Rykaart
4. Giles Edwards
5. Brett Michielin
6. Sepial Shim
7. Aidan Zieff
8. Andrew Kai
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