Published by Glamour South Africa
Candice Philip: The quiet powerhouse behind South Africa’s most celebrated new restaurant
Before the applause, there was silence. Before the spotlight, there were years in the shadows. And before Cyra, there was a girl who stood in the corner of a professional kitchen — the only woman, the quietest voice, but the most determined soul in the room.
Published by The Sandton Times
Cyra Restaurant: Where Fine Dining Finds Its Voice
At the corner of elegance and excellence, inside the Houghton Hotel, sits Cyra – recently named Eat Out’s New Restaurant of the Year, and home to one of the most captivating culinary voices in South Africa today: Chef Candice Philip.
Published by More Than Food
In conversation with Chef Candice Philip – the Soul of Cyra
In a world that often equates success with noise, Chef Candice Philip has built her legacy in whispers – quiet moments of mastery, thoughtful pauses between courses and a deep, deliberate commitment to her craft.
Published by Joburgstyle
The Unyielding Journey of Candice Philip: Culinary Artistry at Cyra
Johannesburg, South Africa — Before the applause, there was silence. Before the spotlight, there were years in the shadows. And before Cyra, there was a girl who stood in the corner of a professional kitchen.
Published by Food & Home
Candice Philip: The Powerhouse behind SA’s most celebrated new restaurant
Candice Philip is one of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary artists, having been the recipient of “Chef of the Year” at the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards and the winner of “Best New Restaurant” for Cyra at the 2025 Eat Out Awards.
Published by Gourmet Guide
Candice at Cyra
Tucked inside the elegant Houghton Hotel, Cyra delivers a dinning experience that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Helmed by acclaimed Chef Candice Philip.
Published by Wantedonline
A Candice Philip Renaissance
The resurgence of award-winning chef Candice Philip is an exciting feat for Joburg fine dining. Philip went off the radar after her extended residency at the now closed Basalt at The Peech Hotel.
Published by Daily Maverick
Candice Philip brings the Joburg sun out again at Cyra
Candice Philip wasn’t short of offers after she popped up and then was the Chef in Residence at Basalt for a good and meaningful while, but we’re all relieved she held out for a truly autonomous situation.
Published by Eat Out
Cyra set to open at Joburg’s Houghton Hotel
Johannesburg is set to welcome a new restaurant, Cyra, helmed by talented chef Candice Philip. Named after the Persian word for “sun”, Cyra draws inspiration from the harmony and grace of the evening sunset.