Eight questions for the interested and interesting: Xolile Vesile

We’ve all paused mid-scroll when Xolile Vesile booms “Hello Juuuulia!” at an unsuspecting, perfectly preened lifestyle influencer. The Cape Town-based creator has become a TikTok sensation for his razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud reactions to cooking videos – part roast, part excellent education into the world of food and cooking terminology. With a sharp sense of humour and an unapologetic isiXhosa twist, he turns the weird kitchens of the world into a prime-time sitcom.

What’s the best book you’ve read in the past year and why?

I recently got Sifo – The Cooking Husband, Volume 2 by Sinoyolo Sifo – great recipes that I can’t wait to try and enjoy.

How do you keep fit?

Let me be honest and say I’ve been procrastinating and haven’t been committing myself. I started walking the dog though, and I really need to up my game because I need to make healthier choices.

Weeknight, low-key restaurant to go to?

I love going to Bossa Canal Walk with the family. If it’s just me and my wife, we try to find new places to go. I recently went to Maggy Lou’s and Kleinsky’s in Sea Point and loved them – I’ll definitely be back.

What’s the one artwork you’ll always love?

To be honest, I don’t have any artwork in my home right now. My wife handles that department, but we do have items that give our space that “arty” look.

Do you have a hobby?

I love watching forensic shows and listening to a lot of music.

The one item you can’t live without?

My phone 🤣🤣.

Who was your high school celeb crush?

Tyra Banks.

Three songs you’d take to a desert island?

Can You Stand the Rain by New Edition; Thixo Ukhona by Iphupho L’ka Biko; and Set Me Free by MarazA.

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