Hi, I’m Zandeleen
a passionate food creator, stylist, and photographer from South Africa. My journey with food began during university when I found inspiration on the Foodies of SA page. One of my first experiments was a chocolate muffin with caramel in the middle, and my now-signature twist – a dash of cayenne pepper! Since then, adding a spicy surprise to desserts has become part of my signature style.
The Journey So Far
I first picked up food photography during lockdown, partly as a creative escape. Though I set it aside briefly, I came back with full force in 2022, diving into competitions and content creation. These experiences pushed me to think outside the box, and each one has been an incredible learning journey. Here are some highlights:
2022 ———————————-
Featured on Koo Colour Your Plate Season 2 and won Golden Cloud’s Golden Baker Search
2023 ———————————–
Made it to the Top 10 of Robertsons’ Famous for Flavour with my chai white chocolate cheesecake
2024 ———————————–
Reached the Top 10 in the Top Lifestyle Foodie Influencer Search and had the honor of featuring four original recipes in The Great Marula Menu
Current ——————————–
Now working with Foodies of SA since 2022 as a content creator, and I was featured as one of 100 Top creators in their latest recipe book.
Features and Collaborations
Below are some notable features and collaborations. Feel free to explore each by clicking the links!
The Great Marula Menu
Contributed four original recipes
Foodies of South Africa – 100 Recipes. 100 Creators. 100 Million Views
One of 100 featured content creators
Essential Flavours magazine
I’ve been featured in five magazines with a two page feature of my journey
SAborHeros
Original Milktart taco’s recipe feature
Twinsaver Home Chef 2023
Created a cream cheese Christmas tree using cling wrap
Mmm MOIR’S & ME
Brown butter banana cake using MOIR’S iconic products
Maroela Media’s Huis-Huis recipe book
For quick and easy carrot cake muffins
Who I create for
I love creating accessible recipes and content that inspire both home cooks and food lovers who want to expand their skills.
I have online cooking classes in Afrikaans showing basic cooking skills. My work is also tailored for brands looking for unique, local recipes or eye-catching product photography and styling.
