'Come Dine With Me South Africa' celebrates ten seasons

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For ten unforgettable seasons, Come Dine With Me South Africa has served up a feast of laughter, drama, and culinary chaos.

The show is celebrating its milestone 10th season, airing Wednesdays at 8 pm on BBC Lifestyle (DStv Channel 174).

COME DINE WITH ME SEASON 10

Viewers are once again invited to witness the unpredictable rollercoaster of wild menus, kitchen disasters, and unforgettable personalities that have made the series a local favourite.

The premise remains deliciously simple: four strangers take turns hosting dinner parties, competing for the coveted R10,000 prize, according to BBC Africa.

But anyone tuning in knows it’s not just about the food.

It’s the sharp wit, the brutally honest critiques, and the behind-the-scenes confessional moments that keep audiences hooked.

THE FIRST DINNER PARTY

Season 10 kicks off in Johannesburg, where an eclectic group, including an HR manager, a creative consultant, an author, and a sports coordinator, battle it out.

“The mix of flavours and personalities is as bold as ever,” says a BBC Studios Africa spokesperson. “Expect laughter, feuds, and some seriously memorable meals.”

POPULAR ‘COME DINE WITH ME’ MOMENTS

Over the years, Come Dine With Me SA has gifted viewers with iconic moments.

Who could forget Puleng Mash-Spies from Season 2, who became an overnight sensation with her luxury-loving dog Hermes? Or her traditional umleqwa and inyama yegusha?

Or the Cape Town finale in Season 3, where Tony Onwood’s Saigon salmon surprise clashed spectacularly with Noel Studti’s infamous paella disaster?

Then there was the worm in the starter mystery from Season 2 that had everyone talking. The show’s charm lies in its authentic South African flavour.

SOUTH AFRICAN FLAVOURS

From Durban’s spicy peri-peri feasts to fusion dishes like sushi fondue, the menus reflect the country’s rich culinary diversity.

“It’s not just about what’s on the plate, but what goes down around the table,” the spokesperson adds. Season 10 also brings fresh faces and fierce competition.

Among the standout hosts is Linda,. She is a social development worker serving up classic South African dishes.

Vishen, who is a mental health professional with a South Indian vegetarian menu, as well as Johan, a meticulous “Fur Dad” aiming for perfection. There is also Apples, a former beauty queen with a pageant-themed dinner party.

A FEAST OF ENTERTAINMENT

Their menus promise everything from garlic prawns to deconstructed milk tart, with plenty of drama on the side.

Fans can also join the fun with the ongoing competition. Viewers stand a chance to win R5,000 grocery vouchers weekly, courtesy of McCain, the show’s proud sponsor.

Tune in every Wednesday at 8 pm, with repeats on Thursdays at 5 pm, or catch up anytime on DStv Catch Up.

Whether you tune in for the food or the fiery table talk, Come Dine With Me South Africa Season 10 promises to deliver a feast of entertainment that’s as spicy as our local flavours.