Chefs: V

Renato Correia and Helene Vaerlien started their coffee company with the solid determination to bring a high quality, varied taste experience to the Cape Town coffee scene. Having been inspired by Nordic principles of roasting, they set about sourcing and creating relationships with farmers. Forward thinking Helene Vaerlien and Renato Correia have pushed Espresso Lab to the forefront of cafe innovation.

Food photographer Giulia Verdinelli is here to show you how to follow your dreams of becoming a food photographer. Having photographed for National Geographic, Lidl, Tesco and Franco Manca to name a few, she's full of industry expertise and knowledge. Her goal is to keep growing and developing her skills whilst telling culinary stories and sharing her passion for food through photography.