Cape Town’s Beloved Eatery Returns Today
Golden Dish, a renowned eatery in Cape Town, is set to welcome back its patrons today, after a devastating fire forced its closure seven months ago. This 55-year-old culinary institution has been the talk of the town, especially after hinting at its reopening on its Facebook page.
At 2pm, loyal customers will once again be able to enjoy their favourite meals from Golden Dish. The owner, Mohamed Rafiq Parker, believes load shedding might have triggered the fire that ravaged the kitchen of the Gatesville location.
Fire and Rescue Details
During the incident, a spokesperson from the City’s Fire and Rescue Service reported that the fire severely damaged the rear kitchen. Fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities. Parker shared that insurance covered the restoration costs.
“The damage was extensive but I can’t put rand on it. The place was insured,”
Parker remarked.
“We were saddened that the place burned down but we are grateful that no one was injured in the fire. We are happy that we are finally at this stage.”
Restoration and Continuity
The restoration of Golden Dish did not bring about any major changes.
“We didn’t change anything; we kept the establishment as sweet and simple and honest as it was before. The legend is back,”
Parker emphasized.
“We want to reignite our clients’ happiness. I’m ecstatic that we will be up and running again. We are in good spirits.”
A Storied History
Golden Dish has a rich history, having first opened its doors in 1969 at the corner of 2nd Avenue and Klipfontein Road, opposite Athlone Stadium. It relocated in 1989 and by 1993 or 1994, it had settled at its current site in Shop 1 Block 1 Gatesville Shopping Centre.
Staff Ready and Eager
As preparations for reopening were underway, the staff expressed their enthusiasm. Phakama Buti, a staff member, shared the collective excitement:
“Everyone knows that we’ve been closed for so long. We’re back on track. Come one, come all. We are happy that we are reopening after seven months.”
Golden Dish’s reopening marks a momentous occasion for its community, eager to return to their cherished eatery. The resilience and dedication of its owner and staff have ensured that this beloved landmark is ready to serve again.
