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The team behind every dish—bringing together craft, care, and the comfort of thoughtful cooking.
Duenna Mambana
Chef
After 15 years in journalism, Chef Duenna returned to her first love: food. Today, she leads The Bouquet Garni with a philosophy rooted in hospitality, storytelling, and beautifully crafted comfortfood.
Hlawu Silinda
Kitchen Operations
The steady force behind The Bouquet Garni kitchen, Hlawu oversees daily operations, stockmanagement, and service execution. As Chef Duenna’s trusted right hand, she plays anindispensable role in delivering the quality, consistency, and care that define the brand.
Hlovani Mathebula
Finance & Administration
Currently completing her journey toward qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Hlovanioversees the financial and administrative functions of The Bouquet Garni, bringing structure,precision, and strategic insight to the business.
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