And Then There Was Fire is a restaurant in Krugersdorp, located inside the Nirox Sculpture Park.

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It is an easy 45-minute drive from Johannesburg or Pretoria, and about 20 to 30 minutes if you are coming from Northriding, Honeydew, or Clearwater. If you enjoy a scenic atmosphere and want a quiet escape that feels removed from the city, this is definitely a spot worth visiting.

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The restaurant’s aesthetic is a monochromatic blend of natural wood fading into soft whites. It creates a calm, relaxed mood with beautiful lighting and a feeling of openness all around you.

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The space is split into two areas:
• The Tapas Café, which is indoors and serves smaller tapas-style dishes
• The Garden or Woodfired Grill, which is outdoors and serves the main menu meals

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For my meal, I ordered the half deboned chicken with French fries and the pork belly with fennel, celery, and apple salad.

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The chicken was seasoned really well. It was moist, flavourful, and easy to chew. I give it a solid 9/10. The pork belly looked amazing, with soft meat and a perfectly crispy crackling. I felt it needed a touch more salt, but they do provide salt on the side, so you can season it to your liking. Overall, I would rate it 8/10.

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The restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday, from 11:30 am to 4 pm.
Bookings are essential, and there is a R100 deposit per person, which is deducted from your bill at the end.

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If you are looking for a peaceful day out in Gauteng with great food, beautiful scenery, and a quiet, curated atmosphere, this is a place you should not miss.