Executive Chef Justin Maharaj now rules the kitchen at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa - Award-winning five-star hotel Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa is excited to announce that Justin Maharaj is their new Executive Chef. With an extensive background in the industry he’s a perfect fit for the hotel and its flagship restaurant, Amuse-Bouche. Having grown up in Tongaat, KZN, Justin studied at the International Hotel School in Durban where he received his higher diploma in Professional Cookery and Kitchen Management. He also graduated with a Hospitality Management diploma and a Food and Beverage diploma awarded by The American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute. Initially unsure if his future lay in the kitchen, Justin studied towards a B. Com Accounting degree at the University of KZN.

Yet halfway through, Justin realised it wasn’t for him and answered his calling to become a chef. Justin’s impressive CV includes three years as the Executive Chef for the Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Executive Sous Chef at the Time Square Casino in Menlyn and four years as Sous Chef at Emperors Palace. Through owning and running two of the top 100 restaurants in South Africa, Rendezvous in Umhlanga and in Umdloti, Justin developed stellar entrepreneurial and business acumen. “I’ve worked with great chefs who inspired me to push through the demands of the industry,” he says. As a chef, Justin strongly believes in pushing the envelope and surpassing established benchmarks.

“Perseverance is the only way to pioneer success!” he says. Justin praises Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa’s essence of intimacy and exclusiveness. “As a venue, it has a great personality and I just love the gardens,” he adds. This seasoned chef wants to see Amuse-Bouche become the number one restaurant in Gauteng, through exceeding guest expectations and becoming a culinary leader. “Old-fashioned, wholesome food will be a constant,” he promises.

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa Managing Director Michael Kewley says: “Justin is intuitive, imaginative and driven to accomplish greatness. He’s a breath of fresh air and we look forward to seeing and tasting his creations.”   AboutFairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa, an award-winning five-star boutique hotel, is conveniently situated in the Sandton suburb of Morningside Manor, Sandton. With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe’s most vibrant personalities converge.

The chic, upscale suites are individually decorated in varying themes ranging from Eastern influence to French provincial, each featuring every desired modern amenity. The hotel also caters to a variety of culinary tastes with an array of elegant dining experiences to choose from. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa offers the upmarket guest a delicate mix of luxury and convenience, whether the visit is for leisure or business.

The stylish hotel, has an air of eclectic sophistication, considered a ‘home away from home’, where exceptional service and heartfelt hospitality can be soaked up like the African sun. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa opens up a whole world of relaxation, complemented by superior service, a personal touch and constantly surprising guests by transporting them to a sanctuary that appeals to all six senses. A unique, exclusive, upmarket oasis.

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On Saturday, 6 July 2019 at the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards Gala Ceremony held at The State Hermitage Museum Official Hotel in St Petersburg, Russia, The Fairlawns Spa was crowned Africa`s best Luxury Hotel Spa and Amuse Bouche Food & Wine received Africa’s Best Luxury Boutique Hotel Restaurant award. Commenting on the awards, Fairlawns’ Managing Director, Michael Kewley, says, “The history and transformation of Fairlawns over the last 22 years has set the scene for a truly unique and out-of-this-world African experience, something which has been reaffirmed by these prestigious awards. It is truly an honour that our world-class Restaurant and luxurious Spa has been recognised by the global pubic.

”The World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards is a global organisation which honours hotels for their world class facilities and service excellence provided to guests. The awards are the pinnacle of recognition of accomplishments in the industry, with winners selected through public voting in over 60 categories.In addition, the Fairlawns Spa also received the 2019 Les Nouvelles, Best Boutique Hotel Spa award at the Les Nouvelles Spa Awards ceremony that took place on Sunday, 29 July 2019 at the Capital on the Parks in Sandton.

“Winning these accolades would not have been possible without the dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence, which all 135 of Fairlawns staff embody”, concludes Kewley.

About Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa
Established in November 1997, Fairlawns is one of Johannesburg’s original five-star boutique hotels. Once owned by the Little Brenthurst Trust of the Oppenheimer family, this impressive, five-and-a-half-hectare property exudes a park-like ambience with all the modern conveniences required by world-class travellers. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa, an award-winning five-star boutique hotel, is conveniently situated in the Sandton suburb of Morningside Manor, Sandton.

With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe’s most vibrant personalities converge. The chic, upscale suites are individually decorated in varying themes ranging from Eastern influence to French provincial, each featuring every desired modern amenity. The hotel also caters to a variety of culinary tastes with an array of elegant dining experiences to choose from. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa offers the upmarket guest a delicate mix of luxury and convenience, whether the visit is for leisure or business.

The stylish hotel, has an air of eclectic sophistication, considered a ‘home away from home’, where exceptional service and heartfelt hospitality can be soaked up like the African sun. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa opens up a whole world of relaxation, complimented with superior service, a personal touch and always surprising guests by transporting them to a sanctuary that appeals to all six senses. A unique, exclusive, up-market oasis.

Telephone: 011 808 7300
Website: fairlawns.co.za
Facebook: facebook.com/FairlawnsBoutiqueHotel
Instagram: @fairlawnsboutiquehotel