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Number 1 on the 2023 list
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen is a chef and restaurateur from South Africa, named to the AFN 100 in 2023 for earning a Michelin star for JAN in Nice and championing South African food.
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, born in Mpumalanga, is a renowned South African chef. He made history by earning a Michelin star for his restaurant, JAN, in Nice, France. Known for his fusion of South African and French culinary styles, he is an accomplished author and advocate for South African gastronomy. His innovative approach reflects a dedication to showcasing the diverse flavors of his homeland on the global culinary stage.