Kempton Park, South Africa – Reign at Emperors Palace is proud to announce the appointment of Chef Justine Joseph as the new Chef de Cuisine at the trendy restaurant. With an impressive culinary background and a passion for innovation, Chef Justine is set to bring a fresh perspective to Reign, unveiling an exciting new menu that reflects her diverse expertise and creative flair.
Hailing from a family of passionate cooks, Chef Justine's love for food has been ingrained in her from a young age. ‘Every family gathering was centered around food, and helped shape my passion and philosophy for food. Every celebration deserves a culinary masterpiece, that’s how you make treasured memories,’ says Chef Joseph, who was a top graduate of her culinary school. As a true versatile talent, Chef Joseph has mastered pastry, sushi, and general cuisine, earning her the reputation of a ‘culinary magician’ amongst peers.
Chef Joseph’s career has been a dynamic journey through the hospitality industry, serving as Executive Chef at Mabu Restaurant (2023-2024), Food and Beverage Development Chef at Fournews Developments (2021-2023) and Executive Chef and Consultant at Killarney Country Club in 2020. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to found Just Eat, Fine Dining at Home, a venture that offers restaurant-quality meals to private homes. At each opportunity the dedicated chef has injected innovation and concept development. Her leadership experience ensures Chef Joseph brings a wealth of expertise to Reign ranging from operations and management to logistics and social media marketing.
Her new menu promises to be a reflection of her energetic and innovative approach to cuisine, incorporating bold flavors, modern techniques, and a touch of magic that has defined her career.
‘We have just launched the new menu and I am excited to share some dishes I’m truly proud of,’ says Chef Joseph. ‘If you ask what I recommend, I’d have to say the slow cooked porky belly in apple cider or the seafood Linguine with coal fired mussels, prawns and calamari.’
Guests at Reign can look forward to an unforgettable dining experience under her culinary leadership. ‘We are thrilled to welcome Chef Justine Joseph to the Reign family,’ say Peermont Food and Beverage Manager Tiaan Schultz. ‘Reign enjoys a stellar reputation and her passion for food, dedication to excellence, and innovative vision will elevate our dining offerings and bring something truly special to our guests’
For reservations or view Chef Joseph’s new menu, visit EatReign.co.za or Reign itself, located at the D’oreale Grande Hotel at Emperors Palace – 64 Jones Road, Kempton Park.
Venue is always clean.
Staff very helpful
The bar service was a bit slow.