The Original Delicious

The Original Delicious Delicious was established in Menlo Park, Pretoria, in 2002.

Chefs Rachel and Lulu produce real food by hand using basic ingredients, with no preservatives, chemicals or colouring agents added. The Original Delicious continues the values of Carlton Café + Delicious The Food Shop founded by Rachel Botes in 2002 in Menlo Park, Pretoria. The partners are Rachel Botes, chef, researcher of food history and culture, qualified butcher and food consultant, and Loui

se (Lulu) de Beer, chef and specialist in vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free fare. We have a working kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, and trade at the Busstop 7 Market in Mooikloof Heights on Saturdays and Sundays.

Did you know we prepare a range of ready-to-serve meals each week? Read on... Looking ahead to Friday, Pretoria is expec...
02/06/2026

Did you know we prepare a range of ready-to-serve meals each week? Read on...

Looking ahead to Friday, Pretoria is expected to have a really cold day, with a maximum temperature of around 14 degrees Celsius. BRRRR, and we plan to cook accordingly… these are our delicious offers for 5 and 6 June 2026:

⁠CHICKEN TAGINE WITH EGGPLANT PUREE (pictured)
Tagine is a classic North African dish in which meat and vegetables are braised in a gently spiced sauce in an earthenware pot with a conical lid, ensuring a famously tender and deeply flavourful meal.
We simmer chicken thighs in a sauce of garlic, ginger, saffron and black pepper until tender, and serve it with a thick, intensely flavoured sauce of fried eggplant, tomatoes, spices and almond flakes, as well as fattoush – a Levantine bread salad with crispy pita bread pieces and a fresh salad. Reheat chicken R280, serves 2

⁠TRADITIONAL FISH BOBOTIE PIE
We prepared a popular fish bobotie for years in Menlo Park and recently received many requests for it. This version of the traditional Cape dish is prepared with flaky white fish and all the spices that made bobotie famous, along with the obligatory raisins and apricot jam. We chose a cream cheese pastry topped with lemon zest and flaked almonds for this version. Reheat R330, serves 4

⁠LAMB AND LENTIL SOUP (you asked for it!)
A rich, comforting broth with shredded leg of lamb slow-roasted with carrots, onion, celery, garlic, leeks, tomatoes, lentils and warm spices. Reheat R200/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)

⁠CORN CHOWDER
The ultimate comfort food, prepared with corn, potatoes, onion, thyme, milk, and flour. The soup is slow-cooked until it is thick and creamy. Reheat R180/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)

COURGETTE CHEESE FILO PIE (new)
This is our take on a traditional Greek Kolokithopita, made with baby marrows, feta and other cheeses, herbs, eggs and cream, topped with a drizzle of honey. 20cm diameter. Reheat R250 each

SPINACH PIE
A spinach filling flavoured with feta, mint and lemon wrapped in phyllo pastry. 20cm diameter. Reheat R200 each

PEAR & MATURE CHEDDAR TART
A savoury tart in a casing of our handmade puff pastry with baked pears, mature cheddar, thyme and pecan nuts, drizzled with honey. 20cm diameter. Reheat R250 each

MELKKOS
Melkkos - we supply the concentrate and cinnamon sugar. Add milk to your liking while stirring over low heat. R130/litre, makes up to 8 cups.

Order via WhatsApp to +27 (71) 239-4584‬. Pay and collect from our kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Equestria, Pretoria on Friday 5 June 13:30-16:30, or Saturday 6 June 09:00-12:00. Alternatively, arrange collection on Saturday morning from our stall at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market in Lynnwood at the Pretoria High School Old Boys Club. Chefs Rachel and Lulu wish you a warm and cosy week.

Good morning, Pretoria. Join us for breakfast at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market this lovely Saturday morning. Chef L...
30/05/2026

Good morning, Pretoria. Join us for breakfast at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market this lovely Saturday morning. Chef Lulu prepares scrambled egg, bacon and feta on order and we have melkkos with cinnamon sugar for those with a sweet tooth. Our specialty, delicious chilli hot chocolate, is just the decadent, small drink to warm you up on a chilly, but sunny, weekend morning. We also have three take-home soups available. Hope to see you here soon!

We tailored our weekly menu with the cooler season and your comfort in mind. These are our delicious offers for 29 and 3...
26/05/2026

We tailored our weekly menu with the cooler season and your comfort in mind. These are our delicious offers for 29 and 30 May 2026:

SOUPS
Mombasa cuisine is a fusion of Indian, Arab and African traditions. Mombasa curried chicken soup is a
lightly curried dish made with slow-braised chicken, garam masala, cardamom, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, coconut milk and a hint of chilli. Ideal for winter evenings! Reheat R200/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)
AND
Pumpkin soup with macadamia dukkah – a hearty, blended soup made with blue pumpkin (ysterpampoen), paprika, cumin, coriander, garlic, onion, lemon, macadamias and sesame seeds. Reheat R180/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)

BBQ CHICKEN ESPETADAS
A Portuguese-style chicken skewer, threaded with peppers and onions, roasted and basted with our own spicy BBQ sauce made with tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, espresso, lemons, paprika, oregano, garlic, and a hint of chilli. Served with a chopped tomato salad and our own condensed milk bread. Reheat chicken, R280, serves 4

MOROCCAN BEEF MEATBALLS
These aromatic, Moroccan-inspired beef meatballs balance the warm, earthy spice of cinnamon with the bright, briny pop of preserved lemon. They are simmered in a rich tomato sauce.
Made with beef mince, onion, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, red wine, cumin, paprika, tomatoes, preserved lemon, cous-cous, olives and fresh herbs. Reheat R300, serves 4

SPINACH PIE
A spinach filling flavoured with feta, mint and lemon wrapped in phyllo pastry. 20cm diameter. Reheat R200 each

PEAR & MATURE CHEDDAR TART
A freeform, open savoury tart in a casing of our handmade puff pastry, filled with baked pears, mature cheddar, thyme and pecan nuts, drizzled with honey. 20cm diameter. Reheat R250 each

MELKKOS
Melkkos is a traditional dish made with milk, butter and flour, served with a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar. We supply the concentrate and cinnamon sugar. Add milk to your liking while stirring over low heat. R130/litre, makes up to 8 cups.

Order via WhatsApp to +27 (71) 239-4584‬. Pay and collect from our kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Equestria, Pretoria on Friday 22 May 13:30-16:30, or Saturday 23 May 09:00-12:00. Alternatively, arrange collection on Saturday morning from our stall at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market in Lynnwood, Pretoria. Wishing you a delicious week!

Good morning, Pretoria. Dress warm and come and enjoy breakfast at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market this morning. Chef...
23/05/2026

Good morning, Pretoria. Dress warm and come and enjoy breakfast at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market this morning. Chef Lulu prepares scrambled egg, bacon and feta on order and we have melkkos with cinnamon sugar for those with a sweet tooth. Our specialty, delicious chilli hot chocolate, is just the decadent, small drink to warm you up on a chilly, but sunny, weekend morning. Hope to see you here soon!

Did you know that we bake a selection of cakes and special desserts? Top of our list is this , torte made with 5 ba...
21/05/2026

Did you know that we bake a selection of cakes and special desserts? Top of our list is this , torte made with 5 basic ingredients. It melts in the mouth and is an ideal accompaniment to tea parties or as a rich dessert. We accept orders via WhatsApp to +27 (71) 239-4584‬. Please allow two to three working days as we prepare everything by hand from scratch. Chefs Rachel and Lulu

At The Original Delicious, we strive to offer you lip-smacking, wholesome, seasonal meal options made from scratch witho...
19/05/2026

At The Original Delicious, we strive to offer you lip-smacking, wholesome, seasonal meal options made from scratch without preservatives, colouring agents or fillers. These are our offerings for 22 and 23 May 2026:

VEGETARIAN MEAL
Butternut and tomato crumble made with butternut squash, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, cream and spinach, topped with a cheese and thyme crumble. Reheat R230, serves 4-6

CURRY MEAL
A chicken flattie in a Cape-style curry sauce (Malay curry spices with garlic, ginger, garam masala, tomato, coconut milk, apricot jam and a hint of vanilla) served with basmati rice and a sambal. Reheat R260, serves 4

SOUP
Ouma’s green bean, potato and bacon soup. Reheat R180/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)
Roast tomato and brinjal soup with basil. Reheat R180/litre (4 cups/2 generous servings)

SPINACH PIE
A spinach filling flavoured with feta, mint and lemon wrapped in phyllo pastry. 20cm diameter. Reheat R200 each

PEAR & MATURE CHEDDAR TART
A freeform, open savoury tart in a casing of our handmade puff pastry, filled with baked pears, mature cheddar, thyme and pecan nuts, drizzled with honey. 20cm diameter. Reheat R250 each

MELKKOS
Melkkos is a traditional dish made with milk, butter and flour, served with a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar. We supply the concentrate and cinnamon sugar. Add milk to your liking while stirring over low heat. R130/litre, makes up to 8 cups.

Order via WhatsApp to +27 (71) 239-4584‬. Pay and collect from our kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Equestria, Pretoria on Friday 22 May 13:30-16:30, or you can arrange collection on Saturday morning from our stall at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market at Pretoria High School Old Boys Club in Lynnwood, Pretoria. Wishing you a cosy and warm week ahead, chefs Rachel and Lulu.
PS: We regret that, due to unforeseen circumstances, our Delicious Kitchen in Lynnwood Road will not be open this Saturday morning.

16/05/2026

Our delicious quiches are handmade with our own puff pastry, using real butter and free-range eggs. They are available in large (26cm), individual (10cm, shown in the video), and cocktail size. This is a tomato, basil, and Camembert individual quiche being prepared. Video by The Food Photographer.
You can find us at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market on Saturday mornings, and at our Kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Equestria, Pretoria.

Dear , for 15 and 16 May, we wanted to address those cravings for something nourishing, unpretentious and tasty. Let’s d...
13/05/2026

Dear , for 15 and 16 May, we wanted to address those cravings for something nourishing, unpretentious and tasty. Let’s do this thing...

BURGER FRIDAY
Our own tahini brioche buns served with a 200g handmade beef patty, our own garlic mayonnaise, pickled cucumber, and our BBQ sauce. Reheat the patty and assemble to serve. R110 each

PORK SAUSAGE LASAGNE
Rachel’s own handmade pork sausages (made with pork belly) flavoured with fresh fennel, layered with roast sweet potato, fresh pasta sheets and béchamel sauce, finished with parmesan. Reheat to serve. R260, serves 2 to 4

CHICKEN SOUP
A comforting, immune-boosting chicken soup, prepared with whole chickens oven-roasted overnight, then shredded and cooked with mushrooms, carrots, bay leaves, turmeric, spinach, thyme and a bit of lemon zest. Reheat to serve, R150 per litre (4 cups or 2 generous servings)

NOT SO CARNE SOUP (VEGETARIAN)
A vegetarian take on chilli con carne, but without the meat, made with butternut squash, brown rice, red kidney beans and the obligatory cumin, cinnamon, beer, and smoked paprika. Served with tortilla crisps. Reheat soup to serve, R150 per litre (4 cups or 2 generous servings)

SPINACH PIE
Spinach phyllo pie – a spinach filling flavoured with feta, mint and lemon wrapped in phyllo pastry. 20cm diameter. Reheat to serve. R200 each

NEWCOMER: PEAR AND MATURE CHEDDAR TART (see picture)
A freeform, open savoury tart in a casing of our handmade puff pastry, filled with baked pears, mature cheddar, thyme and pecan nuts, topped with a drizzle of honey. 20cm diameter. Reheat to serve. R250 each

MELKKOS
Melkkos, or milk noodles, is a traditional South African comfort food made with milk, butter, flour, and served hot with a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar. We supply the concentrate and cinnamon sugar. Reheat and add milk to your liking while stirring over low heat. R130 per litre, makes up to 8 cups.

Place your order via WhatsApp to +27 (71) 239-4584‬. Pay and collect from our kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Equestria, Pretoria on Friday 15 May 13:30-16:30, or Saturday 16 May 09:00-12:00. Alternatively, arrange collection from our stall at the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market in Hofmeyr Park, Lynnwood. Wishing you a delicious and comforting week! Chefs Rachel and Lulu.

Good morning, Pretoria. You asked us to bring our melkkos and chilli hot chocolate drink to the Hazel Food Market / ACC ...
09/05/2026

Good morning, Pretoria. You asked us to bring our melkkos and chilli hot chocolate drink to the Hazel Food Market / ACC Market again and we have those and other eats and treats ready for you. See our menu poster for more details. Come hungry and dress warm!
PS: We only have a few take-home containers of our hearty lamb and pasta soup left at the market and at our kitchen at The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road. They flew out of our kitchen yesterday!

Address

The Yard, 921 Lynnwood Road, Pretoria East
Pretoria
0084

Opening Hours

Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27712394584

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