WHO WE ARE

About Us

Gastronomie Investment Holdings invests in distinctive and innovative brand speciality concepts. Brands that add real value and authenticity to the South African market. Our target market is those who value excellence and simplicity when it comes to food, drink and service, yet who also want a unique and enjoyable experience.

A Gastronomie Investment Holdings brand goes beyond the conventional expectation of a merely quick and casual consumer experience. In our products, in their presentation and in our service, our brands always present a superior choice.

Our DNA

Our MISSION

To build a company portfolio of enterprises and brands that are fun and exciting, authentic and sophisticated.

Our VISION

  • Providing authentic brand experiences to customers who value excellence
  • Exceeding the expectations of our customers with our brands and service
  • Bringing enjoyment to our customers with our brands
  • Creating job opportunities and promoting a positive and productive work environment for our employees
  • Achieving and sustaining professional excellence in everything we do

Our Brands

GINCIENT - 2023
KINGELATO - 2023
DRAGONS KEEPER - 2023
The Kitchen Counter Logo
FABIOS - 2023v2
CARBON BISTRO - 2023
THE MOB - 2023
OBSONATUM - 2023

Our History

How we started

2012/APR
Gastronomie Investment Holdings established
2014/JAN
KinGelato launched
2016/JUN
GIH acquires stake in Carbon Bistro
2017/NOV
GIH acquires 100% stake in Carbon Bistro
2019/OCT
Gincident.co.za launched
2019/NOV
Dragon’s Keeper Gin launched
2019/NOV
GIH acquires 100% stake in Fabio’s
2021/APRIL
The M.O.B. Launched
2022/SEP
Carbon Bistro Rebranded
2023/OCT
The Kitchen Counter launched