Plated: A Chef's Table Offers a Different Way to Spend a Saturday in Sandton

If your ideal Saturday includes exceptional food, good conversation, and a relaxed outdoor setting, Plated: A Chef's Table at The Maslow Sandton could be worth adding to your calendar.

Hosted one Saturday each month at Lacuna Bistro, this intimate long-table dining experience brings together seasonal cuisine, carefully selected wine and whisky pairings, and the hotel's tranquil gardens for an afternoon that feels more like an occasion than a restaurant booking.

What Makes It Different?

Unlike a traditional restaurant meal, Plated is designed as a shared dining experience. Seating is limited to just 30 guests, creating a relaxed atmosphere where diners can enjoy a thoughtfully prepared multi-course menu while spending quality time with friends, family, or colleagues.

Each event is led by the Lacuna Bistro culinary team, with every course paired with premium wines or selected expressions from The Glenlivet single malt whisky range. The menu changes throughout the year to showcase seasonal South African ingredients, so no two events are exactly the same.

What Can You Expect?

Guests can look forward to a carefully curated tasting menu featuring a selection of seasonal dishes, from elegant starters to a choice of main course and dessert. The opening menu includes highlights such as ostrich carpaccio, prawn Niçoise salad, chicken ballotine, a choice between filet mignon or pan-seared sea bass, and a popcorn crème brûlée to finish.

Combined with the peaceful garden setting, the experience offers a welcome escape from the pace of city life while remaining conveniently located in the heart of Sandton.

Just the Facts

• When: One Saturday each month from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Upcoming dates are 18 July, 29 August, 26 September, 31 October, and 28 November 2026.
• Where: Lacuna Bistro, The Maslow Hotel Sandton, 146 Rivonia Road, Sandton.
• Cost: R650 per person, including the multi-course menu, beverage pairings, and secure parking.
• Dress Code: Smart casual.
• Age Restriction: Guests must be 21 years or older.
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Who Will Enjoy It?

Plated is well-suited to couples looking for a memorable date, friends celebrating a special occasion, food enthusiasts who enjoy tasting menus, or professionals entertaining clients in a more relaxed setting.

If you're looking for something beyond the usual weekend lunch, the combination of limited seating, seasonal menus, and a beautiful outdoor setting makes this one of Sandton's more distinctive dining experiences.

Whether you're celebrating or simply treating yourself to an afternoon out, Plated offers a chance to slow down, enjoy exceptional food, and experience a different side of the city's dining scene.