Signature plates

The spirit of hospitality

The spirit of hospitality at Xigera is rooted in a deep appreciation for thoughtful service, heartfelt cooking, and a commitment to excellence that begins in the kitchen. Our approach is guided by a philosophy that celebrates creativity, seasonality, and the simple belief that food made with care has the power to connect people and place.

This ethos, shaped over decades of culinary tradition within our collection, inspires our talented team of chefs every day. Their passion, attention to detail, and respect for ingredients form the foundation of the dining experience at Xigera.

A key principle has always remained constant: seek out the freshest seasonal ingredients, wherever you are. At Xigera, this comes naturally. Provenance sits at the heart of our culinary identity, with our kitchen team placing great emphasis on celebrating locally grown produce and the rich flavours of southern Africa.

Our Executive Chef crafts memorable cuisine drawing on ingredients from our own kitchen gardens, small-scale local farmers, and the abundant offerings of the Okavango Delta. The result is a menu that offers an unforgettable, sense-of-place dining journey — fresh, soulful, and deeply connected to the land.

Family favourites

Inspired by classic home-style cooking and beloved dishes enjoyed across generations, our “Family Favourites” bring a sense of warmth and nostalgia to the Xigera menu. Each recipe has been perfected over time and prepared with the same attention to detail and heartfelt care that defines our kitchen.