About Banhoek
Banhoek Chilli Oil is South Africa's biggest and best premium chilli oil brand, born in 2018 from an ambition to create the perfect chilli-infused oil to complement a wide range of foods. Handmade in the beautiful Banhoek Valley in the heart of the Cape Winelands, this award-winning oil has quickly become a cult favourite among food lovers worldwide. What makes Banhoek unique is their terroir-driven approach to chilli production. Their Bird's Eye chillies are grown in Fynbos-enriched soils—the same distinctive terroir famous for producing Rooibos tea and world-class wines. This gives Banhoek Chilli Oil its distinctive, delicious flavour that sets it apart from competitors. The production process combines traditional craftsmanship with premium ingredients. Sun-dried Bird's Eye chillies are hand-crushed and gently infused into neutral-tasting premium canola oil, delivering the perfect balance of flavour and heat that enhances food without overpowering it. The brand is 100% natural, non-GMO, and proudly certified Halaal, Kosher, vegan-friendly, and FSSC 22000 compliant. Banhoek's excellence has been recognized with prestigious awards including Great Taste 2019 from the UK Guild of Fine Foods, Best in Food 2022 by South Africa's Food & Home magazine, and Ocado Customer Product of the Year 2023—a testament to their popularity with UK consumers. From seed to bottle, Banhoek operates as a passionate, principled business committed to sustainability initiatives and community empowerment. Their BCO Taste Kitchen in the Banhoek Valley serves as both production facility and inspiration hub. The range includes their signature Chilli Oil and flavoured variants like Garlic Chilli Oil—perfect for drizzling, dipping, cooking, basting, and marinating. Available at Ocado and other UK retailers, Banhoek brings authentic South African flavour to British kitchens.

