One of South Africa’s celebrated chef and cookbook author Lentswe Bhengu has passed away.
His official Instagram page announced that he died on Tuesday after suffering a short illness.
His family released a statement on Wednesday confirming the chef’s death.
“It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the untimely passing of our beloved son and brother Lentswe Bhengu-Mafoko, fondly known to the media and his culinary family as Chef Lentswe,” said the family.
“Lentswe had the misfortune of suffering a short illness and succumbed last night, 28th of February 2023, at Sandton Medi-Clinic.
“The Mafoko and Bhengu families welcome your prayers and request some time to privately mourn the passing of our beloved son.”
Born and raised in KwaZulu-Natal, the chef has always shown interest in food and dining from a young age.
Details of his memorial and funeral will be communicated in due time.
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