Pretty Little Things is a small business specialising in catering and food services. We are Cape Town Why cook when we already have.
It all started with a dream and a diploma in Food and Beverage Management from the Granger Bay Hotel School in Cape Town under the Cape Peninsula University of Technology... after working in the industry for 10 years, two souls set out to start something pretty special in 2007 and now with just one, still following her dream, here we are today, ready to take your order! We’re dessert lovers with a
passion for beautifully crafted and presented food, hence the name Pretty Little Things. Our customers often tell us that our products always have that personal touch, which is what we aim for. We’re all about home cooked meals, delicious and nutritious! We take pride in our ingredients and use fresh and free-range produce. The owner and chef has worked in many kitchens with local and international experience in the industry, we'd say you're in pretty good hands! We specialise in catering for corporate and private functions and we love weddings and birthday parties. We cater for just about any event and also offer private dinner parties with a personal chef. Our picnic baskets and spit braais are quite popular and for those with a sweet tooth, we have yummy cakes, cupcakes, cookies and a dessert selection. We’re also known for our popular “home-made meals to freeze” or eat them fresh! We can supply your meals for the week and there are a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Simply place your order and we'll deliver. Go on, have a look at our menus, we’re sure there’s something you’ll love.
Too busy to cook? No worries, we’ve got you covered.
Our homemade meals to freeze will fit in perfectly with your busy lifestyle. All you have to do is re-heat or bake by popping it into the oven or, freeze for later.
We’ve also added new dishes to our menus.
And, we’ve got portions that serve families of two or four.
Take cooking off your to do list – email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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We’re here to make your life a little easier during school holidays 😋
Our homemade meals to freeze are made with the freshest ingredients and no additives or preservatives, making them perfect and nutritious for your kids.
Here are some firm favourites:
- Mac n cheese
- Beef lasagne
- Chicken pie
- Tomato bredie
- Butter chicken curry
- Chicken and leek bake
And for dessert:
- Churros
- Chocolate mouse
- Chocolate pudding
- Pear and apple pudding
- Pavlova
- Cheesecake
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Having a private dinner and need a personal chef?
Sit back, relax and let us do the cooking. Impress your guests with your own personal chef and customised menu.
Or, if you prefer a drop off, visit our website to view our menus (which includes delicious dessert).
Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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We’ve got delicious dishes for Pensioners Wednesday this month 😊
Soups available this month:
Beef / Potato & leek soup / Roast cherry tomato soup. Served with fresh steam bread made by Thandie – R45 pensioner / R60
4th September 2024:
Roast lamb and vegetable pie with mustard mash and saute vegetables – R90 pensioner / R120
11th September 2024:
Chicken mushroom and tarragon lasagne with roast vegetables and herb salad – R85 pensioner / R115
18th September 2024:
Salmon dill and asparagus fish pie topped with creamy mash and served with Greek style salad – R90 pensioner / R120
25th September 2024:
Beef and lamb mince frikkadels with tomato onion served with saute potatoes and steamed veg – R80 pensioner / R110
Puddings available this month:
Lemon saucing pudding / Apple pear pudding / Croissant bread & butter pudding
- Served with homemade vanilla custard
– R45 pensioner / R60
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Tap the link below or visit our website.
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Looking for platters for an event?
Visit our website to view our options, with new products included 😋
Our Grazing Mediterranean Tapas board is a popular choice for gatherings.
- Cheeses, dips and pickles
- Turkish beef kofta’s
- Harissa chicken strips
- Spanish tortilla, Spanakopita’s and falafel
- Cold meats, pita’s and crostini
- Nuts and dried fruit
Our platters serve ten. Visit our website to view our sweet and savoury options and prices.
Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
It’s Chef Pia’s birthday month and to celebrate we’re giving a complimentary Bar One cheesecake (or any cake of your choice) with every venue booking at our social café in Observatory this September.
Our venue is available for hire from 9–4pm for day time bookings or 5–10pm for evening bookings.
- Maximum number of guests: 20
- Booking fee: R800 (R40 per head)
- Minimum spend: R3000
- We require a deposit of R2000 to be paid upfront to secure the booking. This deposit is part of the total venue spend per head.
Come and visit us at 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town.
To enquire, email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
We have a new spit braai menu and it’s just in time for National Braai Day celebrations!
We’re also offering spit braai lunch specials for corporates and braai lovers this month.
Available every *Tuesday for the month of September.
Tap the link in bio to view our menu. Orders can be placed per serving:
R240 - Main course only
R390 - 2 course (individual orders / orders less than 8)
R340 - 2 course (group orders of 8 or more)
To place your order email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Ts & Cs apply. Orders close on Tuesday mornings, 10am. Dependent on availability.
*Excludes Tuesday, 24 September 2024
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Hello Spring 🌸 We’re looking forward to warmer weather, blooming flowers, and outdoor entertaining.
Come and visit our social café at 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town.
Social café trading times
- Mondays we’re closed
- Tuesdays for consulting and food tasting
- Wednesdays to Fridays 8:30am till 5:00pm
- Saturdays 8:00am till 2:00pm
Our venue is also available for private bookings and events, with a beautiful outdoor area.
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
www.prettylittlethings.co.za
Look out for our new product list launching soon!
Order your weekly or monthly meals and save some time in the kitchen. We’re here to help!
Find this dish and many more at the link below.
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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What would you be today?
Since Spring is almost here, we’ll be supportive and help you make healthier choices 😉
Try and stay away from fast food. Our homemade meals are made with fresh, quality ingredients, no preservatives or additives AND they’re more nutritious.
Deliveries are free on Wednesdays, if you spend R800 or more and you’re within a 10km radius from Observatory. This excludes events. Collection is also available.
Our social café offers a fully functional space which is available to cater for any type of event such as birthdays, baby showers and kitchen tea celebrations to corporate business lunch meetings.
The space comes with complimentary furniture, cutlery, crockery, glassware and vintage décor, so no hiring needed.
A photo balloon arch, fresh flowers and photo memory wall can be arranged as well as a coffee and beverage station.
Please see below booking and venue details:
- Operating hours: The venue is available for hire from 9am – 4pm for day time bookings or 5pm – 10pm for evening bookings
- Maximum number of guests: 20
- Booking fee: R800 (R40 per head)
- Minimum spend: R3000
- We require that a deposit of R2000 be paid upfront to secure the booking. This deposit is part of the total venue spend per head.
- 10% service fee will be added to the bill
- 1 waitron compulsory with each booking at an additional cost
Price includes the following:
- Exclusive venue hire with garden front
- Complimentary furniture, crockery, glassware
- Customised menu designed by the chef for your event
- Free Wi-Fi facilities
For more information, email [email protected]
Terms and conditions apply.
Our desserts are meant to be shared 💕 Celebrate the good stuff with our range of scrumptious treats, cakes and desserts.
Try our mouthwatering strawberry and meringue cheesecake.
Tap the link to view our menu.
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Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Experience a range of flavours on our Mixed Chicken Skewer Platter. Whether you prefer BBQ or chicken tikka; lemon, herb and garlic or sweet chilli or honey and mustard, you’ll find it on our platter.
Tap the link below to view our savoury and sweet platters menu.
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Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Perfectly paired with our butter biscuits, freshly baked butter scones or Spanish churros with chocolate sauce.
Available at our café at 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town.
Social café trading times
- Mondays we’re closed
- Tuesdays for consulting and food tasting
- Wednesdays to Fridays 8:30am till 5:00pm
- Saturdays 8:00am till 2:00pm
Don’t miss out on our Pensioners Wednesday specials for August.
Our venue is also available for private bookings and events.
For the month of September, each venue booking will receive a complimentary Bar One chocolate cheesecake 😋
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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Our full catering list is perfect for entertaining or corporate events.
Choose from meals serving 8 guests or more... with pasta, beef, lamb, chicken, vegetarian or vegan options, as well as salads and side dishes.
If you’re looking for roasts or something more ‘Sunday lunch’, we have a special menu prepared.
Why not opt for a spit braai with two or three-course meal options (minimum of 40 guests), including dessert. Look out for our new spit braai menu launching soon!
Tap the link below to view our menus 😋
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Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Swipe to see our winter specials. We’ve got entertaining dishes available, serving up to 8 guests. Perfect for special events or corporate gatherings.
From Mediterranean style slow roast lamb shanks to Spanish dishes, casseroles and stews. Perfect for the winter chill.
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We’re celebrating all women this month! Stand a chance to win a delicious dessert 💛
All you have to do is comment your favourite dessert and tag the women who inspire you.
Subscribe to our newsletter for more specials by visiting our website or tapping the link in our bio.
If you’re looking for a treat, we recommend these 4 warm, wintery puddings.
- Citrusy lemon pudding.
Lemon sponge made with fresh lemon in a self-saucing citrus glaze.
- Apple and toffee sponge pudding with butterscotch sauce.
Fresh apples sliced and baked in a caramel sponge with toffee sauce.
- Velvety chocolate malva pudding topped with churros.
Twist on the old favourite topped with churros.
- Sticky date and walnut pudding.
Traditional date pudding with toasted walnut, drizzled with dulce de leche
Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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We’re celebrating all the women who have inspired us on our journey. From our moms, our aunts and our friend’s mothers to industry legends like Ina Paarman, Cass Abrahams, Jenny Morris and Prue Leith.
Women who have transformed the hospitality industry with their passion, creativity, and dedication. Their culinary artistry not only tantalizes our taste buds but also inspires future generations to dream big and break boundaries.
Here’s to the women who bring flavour, innovation, and heart to every dish.
Thank you for making our world a more delicious and diverse place!
Introducing our new additions to our entertaining product list, perfect for corporate lunches or events (dishes serve 8), currently on special for the month of August.
Lunch Main Meal Dishes 👩🍳
- Indian chicken, vegetable and lentil curry (Bombay Dhansak), R760
- Traditional bobotie salome with tomato and banana sambal, R680
- Sweet potato, butternut and pecorino gnocchi with caramelised leek, spinach and cherry tomato cream sauce, R760
- Beef mince and vegetable pie with puff pastry base topped with sweet potato mash, R560
- Creamy chicken and mushroom lasagne with tarragon, R560
- Beef frikkadels with cherry tomato smoor, R640
- Hake and broccoli bake with sweet corn, R680
- Braised beef short rib with carrot, green beans and peas, R720
Lunch Side Dishes 👩🍳
- Vegetable lentil basmati, R360
- Roast vegetable bake in Napolitano sauce topped with parmesan crumble, R490
- Sauté vegetables (carrots, baby marrow, peas and corn), R380
- Lyonnaise style sauté baby potatoes, R360
- Baked potatoes with garlic herb butter, R320
- Garlic herb ciabatta, R80 each
- Rosemary and rock salt panini / Herb panini, R20 each (small)
Email [email protected] to order or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Visit our website to view our menus and updated pricing.
- Platters
- Canapés
- Freezer meals
- Cakes & dessert
- Spitbraai & picnics
- Full catering
Deliveries are free on Wednesdays, if you spend R800 or more and you’re within a 10km radius from Observatory. This excludes events. Collection is also available.
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Order from our soup menu and receive a complimentary pack of herb croutons with each order.
Made with fresh homemade stock and sold in 1 litre tubs.
- Sopa de fideos con pollo (Spanish chicken noodle broth soup), R90
- Classic French onion soup with parmesan crostini, R85
- Corned beef and vegetable soup, R95
- Potato and leek soup topped with sour cream and crispy briskets bits, R95
- Hearty veg and barley soup with potato dumpling, R95
- Crema de Verduras (Spanish vegetable puree soup of pumpkin, courgette & carrots), R85
Place your order, email [email protected] or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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We’re running a pensioners menu every Wednesday, with reduced prices for pensioners.
Come and visit our social café for breakfast, a light lunch or sweet treats.
Our address is 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town.
If you’d like to book, you can email us at [email protected]
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This seared teriyaki tuna with stir-fry veg and mango salsa is known to have guests reaching for more, and emailing us for the recipe (a magician never reveals his tricks!).
Find this and more on our canapé menu or visit our website.
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Tell your boss about us 😉
No more boring office meetings (well, food at least) or average corporate catering.
Get in touch, we can create a custom menu for all occasions and celebrations, as well as custom packaging.
If you’re looking for a quiet space for a small group (20 guests or under), our café is available for private bookings.
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
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We cater for photoshoots and film production crews 👩🍳
We’ve got platters and canapés as well as homemade meals if you’re looking for something to warm the winter chill. Try our soup selections as well as quiches and don’t forget to order something sweet too!
We can cater for dietary specifications and offer vegetarian and vegan meals.
Email us at [email protected] to arrange your catering.
www.prettylittlethings.co.za
Come and visit 😋 Our social café is open for order collections, great coffee and pastries, breakfast or a light lunch.
Social café trading times
- Mondays we’re closed
- Tuesdays for consulting and food tasting
- Wednesdays to Fridays 8:30am till 5:00pm
- Saturdays 8:00am till 2:00pm
Remember, every Wednesday is Pensioners Day with reduced prices for pensioners.
Our address is 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town.
Email us at [email protected] for enquiries or WhatsApp message on 079 083 5241.
Looking for a private venue for a special event? Our social café offers a fully functional space, available to cater for any type of intimate event, from celebrations to corporate lunch meetings.
- Operating hours: 9am to 5pm
- Maximum number of guests: 20
- Booking fee: R500 (R25 per head)
- Minimum spend: R3000
- 10% service fee will be added to the bill
To secure the hiring of our venue for your function, we require an upfront R1000 deposit. This forms part of the total venue spend per head.
The venue hire price includes:
- Exclusive venue hire
- Tables, chairs and glasses
- Service staff
- Cleaning
- Full access to our social café menu
- Free Wi-Fi facilities
- Full outdoor facility access
Visit us at 7 Franklin Street, Observatory, Cape Town or email us at [email protected] or WhatsApp message us on 079 083 5241.
Take some time out of the kitchen and order your meals for the week or month, ready to bake, re-heat or freeze.
Why cook when we already have?
Deliveries are free on Wednesdays, if you spend R600 or more and you’re within a 10km radius from Observatory. Collection is also available.
Visit our website for our menu or tap the link below.
Email us at [email protected] or WhatsApp message us on 079 083 5241.
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We cater for corporates and small businesses who can enjoy custom packaging and a personalised experience.
This month we’re adding a complimentary treat to our office lunch orders. Email us to find out more about our packed lunches.
Order breakfast or lunch platters for meetings or corporate functions, or choose a buffet style option for larger groups.
Choose from our menus or chat to our chef to customise your selection.
Email us at [email protected]
www.prettylittlethings.co.za
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Franklin Street, Observatory
Cape Town
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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Visit our website to view our menus and updated pricing. - Platters - Canapés - Freezer meals - Cakes & dessert - Spitbraai & picnics - Full catering Deliveries are free on Wednesdays, if you spend R800 or more and you’re within a 10km radius from Observatory. This excludes events. Collection is also available. www.prettylittlethings.co.za #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #freezermeals #comfortfood #homemademeals #qualitycatering #platters #canapes #cakes #dessert #spitbraai #picnic #fullcatering
We have a wide selection of desserts that will hit the spot perfectly during the hot summer months, paired with your fave ice cream. View our full menu at the link below. You can email us to place your orders at [email protected] https://bit.ly/3kKZzdC #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #celebrations #dessert #bts #capetownchef #capetownevents #eventcatering #celebrationfood #tarts #pearandalmondtart
Visit our website to view our menus. - Platters - Canapés - Freezer meals - Cakes & desserts - Spitbraai & picnics - Full catering Email us at [email protected] to place your orders or find out more. www.prettylittlethings.co.za #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #socialcafe #foodshop #shoponline #orderonline #onlinemenus #cateringwebsite
It’s the perfect weather for a picnic. What are your favourites? View our picnic menus below. https://bit.ly/3GtzubG #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #celebrations #picnic #picnicmenu #picniccatering #picnicfood #picnicbasket #capetownchef #capetownevents #eventcatering #halaalcatering
Summer really is the best time to celebrate outdoors. We offer spit braais with two and three-course options. Your guests can enjoy starters, a main course and dessert. How about a gorgeous picnic basket packed with your favourites? We have three picnic basket options as well as a kids menu. And we offer picnic rentals. Tap the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/3kKZzdC #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #homecookedmeals #capetowncatering #celebrations #picnics #spitbraai #dessert #capetownchef #partyfood #events #capetownevents #eventfood #specialoccasion
Some behind the scenes of events we’ve done previously 👩🍳 #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #bts #cheflife #foodcatering #specialevents #partyfood #qualitycaterers #weddingcaterers #celebrationfood #eventcatering
Visit our online shop for freezer meals, cakes, pastries and all catering. Choose your meals, choose your delivery or collection date and make your payment. As easy as that 😋 www.prettylittlethings.co.za #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #onlinefood #foodcatering #shoponline #homemademeals #illustrations
The start of something delicious... Choose from our tarts selection: - Pear and almond tart (frangipane) - Milk tart - Apple and cinnamon tart - French fruit tart - Strawberry tart - Mixed berry tart - Tart au citron - Lemon meringue pie - Guava cheesecake tart What's your favourite? Place your order, email us at [email protected] #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #eventcatering #halaalfriendly #privatechef #foodcaterers #dessert #tarts
This month, we’ve got something special for the guys! A fantastic Father’s Day gift box filled with delicious treats. - x4 mini steak and mash pies - x4 savoury biltong, cheddar and herb muffins - x4 mini cheesecake slab topped with mixed berry couli - x4 coffee chocolate brownies - 300g pack of pure butter biscuits - x1 bottle of our spicy BBQ sauce (perfect for a marinade or as it) PLUS, we’ve partnered with @yellow_jacketcr to bring you their Circus Bear coffee beans as part of our Father’s Day gift box. You can purchase our Father’s Day gift box for R550. Ready for collection or delivery on Saturday, 18 June. ALSO, enter our giveaway and one lucky follower will have this gift box delivered to their door. The giveaway will have the Yellow Jacket V60 Speciality coffee starter kit. To enter: • describe your dad in one word in the comments • tag your family/friends to get in on the action • share this post for an extra entry Giveaway only available to Cape Town residents. Make sure you’re following both @prettylittlethings_catering and @yellow_jacketcr, winner to be announced on Wednesday, 15 June. #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #fathersday #giftbox #homemademeals #capetownchef #capetownevents #fathersdaygiftbox #treatbox #halaalcatering
It’s the perfect weather for a picnic. What are your favourites? View our picnic menus below. https://bit.ly/3GtzubG #prettylittlethingscatering #catering #capetowncatering #celebrations #picnic #picnicmenu #picniccatering #picnicfood #picnicbasket #capetownchef #capetownevents #eventcatering #halaalcatering
No matter what we’re cooking here at Pretty Little Things, the secret ingredient is always love. Love goes into everything we do, from planning your customised menu for your wedding, to packaging your freshly made meals for your family dinner, to serving canapés safely at your event. Our team and chef are constantly putting in only the best of themselves (and ingredients) for you. These lovely images are from a recent event we catered, taken by @zaid_joseph_photography https://bit.ly/2OmjShE #prettylittlethings #plt #catering #foodie #food #caterer #delicious #instafood #yum #foodstagram #cooking #cook #healthy #homemade #eventscatering #events #canapes #tablesetting #eventsfood #weddingcatering #ingredients #love #supportlocalza
Here’s a little peek into an event we recently catered for! On this gourmet menu, we had fun with Mediterranean flavours, creating lamb slider pitas with hummus and a refreshing minted tzatziki and spicy teriyaki beef wraps with mixed peppers and sweet caramelized onion. Swipe to see what else was being served! Do you have an event coming up? Visit our website at the link below to see what we have on offer or, pop us an email with your ideas: [email protected] https://bit.ly/2OmjShE #prettylittlethings #plt #catering #foodie #food #caterer #delicious #instafood #yum #foodstagram #cooking #cook #healthy #homemade #safe #event #events #eventcatering #gourmetmenu #mediterraneanfood
With Heritage Day – aka Braai Day – coming up, we’ve added a few new sides to our menu. And, they’re on special! Each serving four, we now offer savoury pap bake (R120), a red cabbage and apple slaw (R95) or a sweet potato and beetroot gratin with parmesan and thyme (R130). Whether you order one or all, these sides will go perfectly with your braai-vleis. Email us to place your order now [email protected] Or, visit our link below to view our full selection of salad and sides. https://bit.ly/2DipM0c #prettylittlethings #plt #catering #foodie #food #caterer #delicious #instafood #yum #foodstagram #cooking #cook #healthy #homemade #safe #heritageday #braai #braaiday #southafrica #celebrate #capetown #heritage #proudlysouthafrican #meetsouthafrica
