Getaway (South Africa)

Guy Bennett of Grande Provence, Franschhoe­k

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I’m not one to lie on the beach and sun tan. I’ll adventure to all sorts of destinatio­ns, letting loose and trying everything.

I’m always on the lookout for new music – in music stores or at gigs. Getting tattooed in different countries is a must, and if there are waves I’ll try get in the water and catch a few.

I always take a day or two ‘off’ during a trip. Downtime while on holiday allows me to process what I’ve experience­d.

Buying and cooking local ingredient­s on holiday means I’m constantly aware that I’m in a different place, and it’s more authentic – even a simple salad or sandwich can be so much fun using local foods.

I visited Paris twice when I was a kid, and was mesmerised by the markets and food culture. I returned in June 2017 and fell in love all over again. I plan to return whenever I get a chance!

The best meal I’ve had on holiday was in Barcelona at Tapeo. Amazing tapas – beef sliders with truffle mayo and foie gras, crispy anchovy with fresh lemon, dark-chocolate mousse with sea salt…

One place in SA everyone should visit is McGregor. It’s a surreal dorpie in the mountains, a different world.

I’ve got more travelling to do before I can choose a favourite place. Next I’ll be hitting up Hong Kong and an island off Vietnam. Guy created this summer’s new hummus-and-wine pairing at Grande Provence. 021-876-8600

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