About

Hi, I’m Yolandi

Thanx for stopping by! I am a content creator, trained chef & public relations specialist based in Johannesburg, South Africa. aZestyLife is where you will find my favourite recipes, tips, ideas & lifestyle inspiration that will add zest to your everyday life.

I believe food has a unique way of bringing people together. When you share a meal with someone, you create the beginning of something meaningful.

Please scroll down to see how we can work together or collaborate. You can also find me on Substack.

xo Yolandi

Let’s work or cook together. Here is what I offer: 

1) Cooking Demo Classes:

I present regular themed cooking demo classes in Parktown North, Johannesburg.

Pasta Making: 17, 18, 19 Jul 2025

Plant-Forward & Pescatarian Feasting: 7, 8, 9 Aug 2025

Fresh Summer Dishes: 8 Oct 2025 (10:00 – 13:00), 9 Oct 2025 (18:00 – 21:30), 10 Oct 2025 (18:00 – 21:30)

Festive Feast Cooking Class:

27 Nov 2025 (10:00 – 13:30), 28 Nov 2025 (18:00 – 21:30), 29 Nov 2025 (10:00 – 13:30)

4 Dec 2025 (10:00 – 13:30), 5 Dec 2025 (18:00 – 21:30), 6 Dec 2025 (10:00 – 13:30)

Book now at: yolandi.north@gmail.com

2) Public Relations & Influencer Engagement:

I have a wealth of knowledge, industry contacts & know-how that can benefit your food or lifestyle brand. My expertise include creating a public relations strategy or campaign that will make your brand shine on your own platforms & on more traditional platforms like magazines & websites. I also offer blog writing, crisis communications, influencer engagement & management.

3) Content Creation & Recipe Development:

I really love collaborating with like-minded brands to create content & recipes for my own platforms. Creating a recipe reel or static Instagram post are some of my favourite kinds of collaborations. My recipes are always seasonally inspired & delicious.

4) Food Reviews:

Nothing beats discovering new restaurants, wines, chefs & dining experiences.

Credentials & Education:

*BCom Communication Management & BCom (Hons) Marketing Management, University of Pretoria, South Africa

*City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery, Prue Leith Chefs Academy, South Africa

Let’s Connect:

Social media on Instagram & Facebook or email yolandi.north@gmail.com. Find me on Substack at yolandinorth.substack.com.