Welcome to the Year of the Sauce!
Where Bland Food Comes to Die.
You only live once... so why waste your taste buds on boring meals?
With our sauce classes, you will discover how a single spoonful of sauce
can turn culinary crimes into chef's kiss masterpieces.
"Good sauce is the secret to good cooking."
– Julia Child
What to Expect
Not Just a Class.
A Culinary Affair.
Forget boring, white sauce and overused mayo.
Sauce isn't an afterthought - it's an art form.
Our masterclasses are curated to awaken your taste buds,
ignite your creativity, and arm you with
the skills to sauce like a pro.
Each class is a complete culinary experience:
Lessons with a gourmet twist
A full three-course meal (starter, main, dessert)
A tasting menu of multiple sauces between dishes
Wine pairings or soft drinks to keep things flowing
Good vibes, great food, and zero bland bites
We don’t do bland. We don’t do basic.
Life is too short for boring food.
You only live once - and it should taste fabulous.
"The gentle art of gastronomy is a friendly one. It hurdles the language barrier, makes friends among civilized people, and warms the heart"
- Samuel Chamberlain
Join Us!
Who Our Classes Are For
For the Flavour-Forward, the curious,
and the Culinary-Inclined
Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just someone tired of pretending white sauce has personality - you'll feel right at home here. YOLO is for:
Adventurous palates who crave depth, contrast, and complexity in every bite.
Aspiring home chefs looking to elevate their kitchen game with refined techniques.
Entertainers at heart who believe great meals deserve great stories (and even better sauces).
Curious minds who want to understand the why behind the yum.
And anyone who believes food should be beautiful, bold, and never boring.
We welcome elegance and a little edge.
(Sequins in the kitchen? Absolutely.)
Who Our Classes Aren't For
Not Everyone's Taste…
And That’s Okay.
We’re not here for mass-produced mediocrity or sauce from a squeeze bottle. If any of the following apply, this may not be your flavour of fun:
You think mayo is the peak of culinary invention.
You'd rather microwave than marinate.
You don't believe food should be a whole experience.
You get anxious when there are more than three spices involved.
You call ketchup "gourmet".
At YOLO, we're here for flavour, finesse,
and a touch of flair.
If you're more into bland than bold - we'll kindly point you to aisle 7 at the supermarket.
Read the Blog!
Our blog is packed with resources to support you on your culinary journey
COMING SOON: SAUCE-AT-HOME EXPERIENCES
Can't make it in person?
We're stirring up something special: select sauce recipes to bring the experience home.
Because YOLO isn't just a philosophy — it's a lifestyle.
ABOUT ME
Debbie Lubbe
Welcome to my corner of the culinary cosmos! I'm a globe-trotting food enthusiast who has shamelessly devoured my way through 83 countries- yes, I counted!
I'm not just in it for the food (okay, maybe a little). I’m obsessed with people and the weird, wonderful cultures that come with their cuisines. I’m the one who crashes food classes like it’s a party and visits farmers' markets like a kid in a candy store—if the candy were heirloom tomatoes and artisanal cheeses.
In my travels, I've also taken on the role of a culinary seed smuggler. That's right! I bring back seeds from every country I visit and plant them in my garden. Who needs a passport when you have a pocket full of seeds ready to sprout a global buffet in your backyard?
I'm here to share those recipes and the intriguing stories behind them. Because what's better than a great meal? A great meal with a side of incredible tales!
So, join me on this gastronomic journey. Together, we'll explore flavours, swap recipes, and maybe even plot our next culinary heist - uh, I mean, adventure!
More Than a Name — It’s a Way of Living (and Eating)
YOLO (You Only Live Once) was born from a deep love of flavour, a refusal to settle for bland, and the belief that food should feel as good as it tastes.
We don't just teach sauce — we create an atmosphere where creativity simmers, connection flows, and your inner chef is celebrated.
Want to talk tastings, bookings, or brand collabs?
We'd love to hear from you.
Say Hello (and Maybe Goodbye to Bland!)
debbie@yoloonline.co.za
+27 (82) 370 6031
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