Dinner Time Stories SA is South Africa’s most extraordinary and talked-about dining experience — the official Southern African licensee for the internationally acclaimed Le Petit Chef, a mind-blowing 3D tabletop projection mapping gastronomic show that is currently trending in 51 cities worldwide. Based at Etienne Street, Malanshof, Randburg, Gauteng, and operating as a pop-up experience across premier Johannesburg venues, Dinner Time Stories SA delivers a 2.5-hour immersive dining show combining theatrical storytelling, world-class cuisine, 4K animation, and all five senses into one unforgettable evening — described by guests as “once in a lifetime”, “a feast for the eyes”, and “truly unique”. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from over 3,000 reviews and with a 100% Facebook recommendation rate, Dinner Time Stories SA has established itself as the definitive special occasion dining experience in Johannesburg.

What Is Le Petit Chef?

Le Petit Chef is the brainchild of Belgian artists Filip Sterckx and Antoon Verbeeck — two creative visionaries who invented the concept of 3D tabletop projection mapping as a dining format, creating what has become one of the world’s most viral and sought-after immersive dining experiences.

The premise is delightfully simple and utterly magical: the world’s smallest chef — a tiny animated character — appears to cook directly on your plate and across your table in real time, using state-of-the-art 3D optical illusion animation techniques projected from above. As Le Petit Chef travels across the world’s great culinary regions, each chapter of the story unlocks a new course — the food that arrives on your plate is the dish Le Petit Chef has just “cooked” for you, right before your eyes.

The mood, music, table patterns, props, and decoration all change with each chapter of the story, promising to immerse you in “the most eye-catching meal you will ever see — guaranteed.”

The Shows

Dinner Time Stories SA has brought multiple Le Petit Chef productions to South African audiences:

In the Footsteps of Marco Polo

The signature Le Petit Chef production — following the legendary traveller Marco Polo along the Silk Route from Europe through the Middle East, India, and China. Each course represents the cuisine of a country visited along the route.

How to Become the World’s Greatest Chef

A later production following Le Petit Chef through different eras and culinary traditions, combining visual artistry, theatrical storytelling, and fresh ingredients in a spectacular 6-course journey.

Each show features:

• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Courses: 6 to 7 courses, matched to each chapter of the story
• Technology: State-of-the-art 3D tabletop projection mapping using 4K animation
• Wine pairing option: Available — previous pairings have featured Old Road Wine Co wines from Franschhoek and Boschendal’s Bubbles
• Storybook: A printed storybook is placed before each guest — when opened, the journey begins on the page and across the table
• Arrival: Guests must arrive 30 minutes before the show begins for check-in
• Dietary requirements: Dietary accommodations available on request

The Experience — What to Expect

Dinner Time Stories SA delivers a complete 5-senses spectacle. From the moment you sit down:

• The table comes to life with animated 3D projections of Le Petit Chef preparing your food
• The soundtrack, lighting, table pattern, props and décor shift with every chapter
• Each course arrives just as Le Petit Chef “finishes cooking” it on your table
• Hosts and waiters are part of the theatrical experience — interactive, warm, and entertaining
• The humour embedded in Le Petit Chef’s adventures consistently delights guests across all age groups

Guest reviews consistently highlight the combination of “compelling narratives, exquisite visuals, and delectable dishes” — and the fact that the show works equally well as a date night, family celebration, or corporate event.

Private & Corporate Events

Dinner Time Stories SA is available for private and corporate bookings — bringing the full Le Petit Chef experience to any suitable venue across Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, and neighbouring Southern African countries:

• Corporate year-end functions
• Birthday celebrations and dinner parties
• Wedding receptions and anniversary dinners
• Team building and incentive events
• Product launches and brand experiences
• Any corporate or social event requiring a truly memorable dining centrepiece

The Southern African agency — held by Paul Rouessart of 100% EVENT — covers South Africa, all neighbouring countries, and Mauritius.

Venues

As a pop-up experience, Dinner Time Stories SA has hosted shows at some of Johannesburg’s most prestigious hotel venues, including:

• 54 on Bath, Rosebank (Southern Sun)
• Faircity Quartermain Hotel
• Various other premier Johannesburg venues — check the website for current show locations and dates

Tickets & Booking

• Tickets: Available via Computicket and the Dinner Time Stories SA website
• Tickets are not sold at the venue — all bookings must be made in advance
• No late entry — the show begins at a fixed time and late arrivals disrupt the experience for other guests
• Age: 6 and older welcome
• Group bookings: Available for private and large group sessions

Practical Details

• Address: Etienne Street, Malanshof, Randburg, Gauteng, 2194
• Phone / WhatsApp: +27 81 266 2661 (office hours)
• Email: info@dinnertimestories.co.za
• Website: dinnertimestories.co.za
• Instagram: @dinnertimestoriessa (10K followers)
• Rating: 4.9/5 from 3,000+ reviews
• Best for: Anniversary dinners, birthday celebrations, date nights, corporate events, year-end functions, team entertainment, unique client entertainment

For tickets and private event enquiries, visit the official Dinner Time Stories SA website.

Also explore other popular immersive and entertainment venues in Randburg or browse Gauteng event experiences on Event Venues SA.