From a solo operation in a shade-netted corner of his parents’ backyard to 1 hectare of land, six employees and six growing tunnels each housing 10 000 to 20 000 herb plants.

Banhoek Chilli Oil has opened its new Taste Kitchen in the heart of the Banhoek Valley, and everyone’s welcome for breakfast, lunch or an oil tasting while stocking up on your favourite chili oil.