New restaurant for Tsogo Sun, MasterChef SA Deena Naidoo

L - R: MasterChef judge Benny Masekwameng, Priya Naidoo (GM Communications Tsogo Sun), Deena Naidoo, Steve Howell (GM Montecasino), Noeleen Bruton (Director of Marketing Tsogo Sun) and Graham Wood (MD Tsogo Sun - Hotels)

"As the proud hospitality sponsor of MasterChef SA, the group is proud to announce the joint venture. The restaurant concept will be a testament to his passion and love for food combined with our knowledge and expertise. As a bonus, Benny Masekwameng, one of the three MasterChef judges and a Tsogo Sun executive chef will be on hand to guide and support Naidoo," said Graham Wood, MD of Tsogo Sun - Hotels.

An industry first, this agreement offers patrons the opportunity to experience this MasterChef winner's cuisine first hand. "I am excited about the joint venture. Not every aspiring chef has the opportunity to open a restaurant at such a wonderful location and receive support and guidance from a leading hotel, gaming and entertainment group. I look forward to showcasing my style of food and creativity and can't wait to start working with everyone when we open in November 2012," added Naidoo.