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7 SA places to power lunch in 2019

Whether you’re trying to close a deal with a potential business client, or simply want to discuss a new strategy with a work mate, we’ve put together a list of power lunch-friendly eateries that you can try in 2019.

CAPE TOWN

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SKINNY LEGS AT MAISON MARA

5 Jarvis Street, De Waterkant; 021 418 0600

Situated on the ground floor of designer goods store Maison Mara, this luxury café is the perfect spot to liase with an investor about that new fashion line you want to launch. Try their sunflower seed risotto or the quinoa bowl with extra feta.

LOADING BAY LUXURY CAFÉ

30 Hudson Street, De Waterkant; 021 425 6320/1

On any given day you’ll be able to spot someone closing a deal over a few cups of matcha lattes at Loading Bay. Grab your mentor and order two servings of the mushroom ragu with extra bacon.

LA TÊTE

17 Bree Street, Cape Town; 021 418 1299

Trying to impress your boss? A trip to La Tête for a power lunch will do the trick! Try the plat du jour or sample the octopus, fennel and sea spinach salad.

DURBAN

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THE CHEF’S TABLE

23 & 24 First Floor, Protea Mall, Umhlanga Rocks; 031  561 1629

You’ve finally befriended a fellow girl boss who you’re dying to collaborate with. Impress your new lady boss bff by treating her to lunch at the famed Chef’s Table. Tuck into their free range hen’s breast served with fresh corn.

JOHANNESBURG

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THE BIG MOUTH

Shop No. 13 & 14, Nelson Mandela Square; 011 783 4097

Located in the epicentre of Sandton, this stylish eatery is fit for a fabulous power lunch. Order ample amounts of sushi and dim sum, as you discuss dates and deadlines.

MARBLE

Trumpet on Keyes, Rosebank; 010 594 5550

Plot global domination, with the most influential women in your squad, over plates of tuna tartare and oysters.

NICE ON 4TH

37 4th Ave, Parkhurst; 011 788 6286

For a casual, yet chic, hot spot to take your work buddy, visit this Parkhurst gem. Try the poached eggs nestled on crispy parma ham baskets, dressed in a creamy hollandaise sauce.

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