From the Kitchen Table
There’s something special about walking into a place where the cookie and bread aroma fills the air and it feels like you visiting with family gathered in the kitchen on the farm.
A kitchen with food made with love, where there is a listening ear, a soft hug if needed and a sense of belonging.
That’s exactly what we dreamed of when we started THE KITCHEN TABLE — and gratefully, that dream has become our reality.
Roy and I started humbly in 2024, serving local markets from our gazebo. Every week followed the same rhythm: making products late into the night, packing everything carefully, loading the car and trailer, waking before sunrise to set up our stall, and then packing it all down again. Back home we would unpack, clean, prep and start again — all the while both of us still working full-time jobs. It was overwhelming at times… but we had a dream. A dream that one day we would have a shop of our own.
Excitingly, that dream came sooner than our five-year plan! On 7th December 2025, THE KITCHEN TABLE opened its doors — and our hearts are full ❤️
I now work full time in the shop after closing my beauty salon in December.
Roy has kept his day job for now, but he still pours his heart into the shop — especially through his incredible food.
He smokes meat. You haven’t tasted smoked chicken or beef ribs like it! He also makes droë wors, biltong, chilli bites and his handcrafted chilli sauce that are available in the shop. In winter, he prepares a fabulous, hearty beef and vegetable soup that truly warms the soul.
I make my famous Pineapple Tickle Pickle, along with some other home baked yummies and treats you’ll find on our rustic shop shelves.
We also stock handcrafted chocolate, beautiful home sewing items like table cloths and toiletry bags. There are handmade keyrings, hair bows and other thoughtful gift ideas. Jams, mustard, beetroot chutney and preserves.
I’m so pleased to still be able to care for people through our range of Aloe Ferox products, as we are proud distributors. I love helping customers with their skincare needs and advising on the wide variety of Aloe Ferox products available for all sorts of requirements.
We are passionate about local — we love local and support local – 95% of our 24+ vendors are local suppliers.
From freshly baked cakes and tarts (available whole or by the slice), biscuits, to savoury treats and platters for every occasion and celebration. We also stock raw honey, free roaming chicken eggs, macadamia nut products and oils, and our popular sourdough breads every Friday — there is so much variety within our little shop.
We have just had a successful “INTERNATIONAL MILK TART DAY” on the 27th February within the shop. MANY Milk tarts sold, slices of milk tart and more tarts ordered. Delicious Fun!
In May and June, we will celebrate Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
And also, within 2026 “KOEKSISTER DAY” on the 6th September. There is lots to look forward to and still to plan for.
We are also expanding a special range for the gluten-free, diabetic and vegan community. We already have diabetic rusks available, vegan cookies, vegan apple pie, milk tarts and vegan frozen meals.
Coming soon, we will be adding more bread options throughout the week, butter, cheese spreads, frozen meals and more.
FROM THE FARM KITCHEN TO YOUR DOORSTEP — that’s our heart.
To add to the ambience of our shop we have a farm scene mural painted on one of the walls in our shop – It is something to see!!
Apart of this scene is our resident Donkey. Unfortunately, he/she hasn’t a name yet.
So why not join in a little fun?
We’re currently running a “NAME THE DONKEY” competition until 21st March, with the winning name revealed on Saturday 28th March. The winner will receive a R350 voucher to spend on any deliciousness at THE KITCHEN TABLE!
Please pop in and put your choice of name and details in the box provided.
We warmly welcome you and yours to come and visit with us.
There is something for everyone.
Products change daily due to “shelf life” or are seasonal. They are ordered on demand. Please ask us and we will serve you the best way we can.
We also provide a hamper service. Once you have chosen your items for the gift hamper, I will wrap it in cellophane with a ribbons and bows.
Would you like to join our WhatsApp Group to know more about what we have in stock and what’s happening?
Please WhatsApp me on 0763406055 with your name and ask to be added.
We look forward to meeting you 🌻 and having you visit with us at THE KITCHEN TABLE.
From Roy and Connie
📍 THE KITCHEN TABLE
Shop 7a, Family Centre
39 Loch Street, Meyerton
(at the new Pick & Pay Centre)
📞 076 340 6055
You can also find us online at
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