Gourmet Gecko

CHALMAR BEEF

There is one constant which has not changed and will not change for Chalmar Beef and that is the focus on producing consistently tender, tasty and juicy beef.

NORWEIGIAN SALMON

Superior grade Norweigian Salmon, fresh every Tuesday delivered whole, filleted or portioned.

DRY AGING

Dry Aging meat is a well established tradition used to produce the most unique taste and Tenderness. We dry age our meat in cabinets for up to 21 days to achieve a premium cut.

SALDHANA BAY OYSTERS

Saldanha Bay has been recognized as a prime location for oyster culture. Its waters are rich in plankton and unpolluted tides. Our oysters are uniquely sweet and full.

Who We Are

PASSIONATE CHEFS AND FOOD FANATICS

The Business The Owner The Team

Gourmet Gecko Fine Foods is dedicated and committed to expanding & supporting the restaurant, hotel and game reserve offering in the Eastern Cape as well as providing training and development to the Industry. We supply ingredients to Chefs and establishments across the Eastern Cape and the Export Market including:

Chalmar Lamb & Beef (Halaal)
Speciality Fish including Lobster, Prawn, Squid
Speciality Meats including Duck, Rabbit, Duck, Goat, Ostrich & Game
Kosher Meats
Premium Vegan Ingredients
Molecular Ingredients
Couverture Chocolate
Asian Ingredients
Choice Fruit & Nut
Specialist dry stores ingredients
Bespoke in-house production

We are a solution driven business assisting in supply which solves day to day challenges as well as creating a far more efficient way of working for the Chef or end user. We like to think outside of the box while keeping compliant in both Health & Safety and statutory regulations.

Classically French trained chef Kerry-Ann Manton is founder of Gourmet Gecko Fine Foods, the Eastern Cape Chefs Forum and The Chef Group (Including The Larder, Hamper and Pass). After working as a Chef & Manager in London and around the UK since 2001 in some of the most prestigious establishments in the world, she acquired a deep passion for flavoursome food and quality ingredients.

Kerry-Ann has worked for a leading fine food specialist company in London, distributing premium foods to discerning customers around the UK. Her knowledge around Classical and Molecular technique has allowed her opportunity to demonstrate and command audiences of Master Chef level. Chef Demonstrations & Menu Development was the order of the day and key clients Kerry-Ann looked after ranked amongst the very talented Roux brothers, Phil Howard, Jason Atherton as well as Corporate portfolio’s such as Compass UK, Sodexo & Baxter Story to name a few. Kerry-Ann was also key negotiator & leader in successfully delivering premium product to world staged events such as Wimbledon, Royal Ascot, Henley, Chelsea Flower Show and many others. Leaving the business in 2017 as Head of Sales after looking after both Corporate and Independent portfolios, she has a wealth of knowledge around food distribution, sourcing and customer service.

Now settled in the wonderful city of Port Elizabeth, South Africa her passion for sourcing, discovering and cooking world class ingredients has not waned but has been re-launched into Gourmet Gecko. As a business, Gourmet Gecko Fine Foods is dedicated and committed to expanding & supporting the restaurant, hotel and game reserve offering in the Eastern Cape as well as providing training and development to the Industry. The Chefs Group works on product development, manufacturing, distribution, bespoke catering and export.

Kerry-Ann - When not running the company you will find Kerry-Ann in the place she loves the most... the kitchen. Currently you will find her developing new products, menu development with customers & expanding our "ghost kitchen" and retail range.

Jade - Usually the first person you will be in contact with at Gourmet Gecko. She has been with our company since January 2020. Her knowledge of what's in stock and our product range makes her the number one person to speak to. Jade has just recently been promoted to Assistant Manager.

Shireen - The newest member of our team and she could not have started any sooner. Shireen handles all our creditors and debtors. She is a key member already of the team

Gladys - Gladys has been with the company since conception, she is our general assistant and up and coming Chef who loves to be in the kitchen learning and cooking.

Vinolia - Vinolia keeps us all on our toes and makes sure the kitchens, packing areas and stock rooms are spotless!

Godfrey - The man making sure all your deliveries make it to you safely.

Our Online Shop

BROWSE OUR ONLINE STORE FOR HOME DELIVERY OR CLICK & COLLECT

Shop for your premium ingredients in the comfort of your own home. Our aim is to bring speciality ingredients to the Eastern Cape at best price, with superb service. We offer both a home delivery or click and collect service at our warehouse in Newton Park. If you cant find what you are looking for online, chat to our friendly team via WhatsApp on 073 430 1362