Events · 13 May 2025
Jameson Stocks Brings Gourmet Magic to Cape Town with Lobster & Pork Belly Dish

International Celebrity Chef, Jameson Stocks, is heading to Cape Town, South Africa, this month to headline the Good Life Show at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. In anticipation of his visit, Chef Stocks has offered a tantalizing preview of his culinary expertise with a sumptuous recipe: Luxurious Lobster and Pork Belly.
Known for his innovative fusion of bold flavors, Jameson’s signature dish combines tender poached lobster and crispy spiced pork belly with a rich tomato-cannellini bean reduction, garnished with crisp apple slices. This dish epitomizes Jameson’s ability to elevate comfort food, promising a feast for both the eyes and palate.

Chef Stocks has travelled the world, working in Michelin-starred kitchens and participating in international food festivals. He says, “South Africa has an incredible food scene and passionate people. I can’t wait to cook, connect, and share a little bit of what I love most.”
You can savor this dish yourself using the following recipe:
Recipe: Lobster & Pork Belly Perfection
- 1 whole lobster
- 300g pork belly
- Sage
- Cannellini beans
- Apple
- Tomatoes
- Chinese 4 spice
- Chili
- Smoked paprika
- Fennel
- Cumin seeds
- Olive oil
- Poach the lobster for 30 seconds in boiling water with lemon, then plunge into ice for 2 minutes. Remove meat from shells.
- Drain a tin of cannellini beans. Reduce chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper, and thyme in the cannellini sauce.
- Rub pork belly with Chinese 5 spice, chili, smoked paprika, and olive oil. Marinade for 1 hour, then slow roast at 180°C. Cool and refrigerate.
- Sous vide lobster meat with olive oil, lemon, fennel, and cumin seeds at 83°C for 16 minutes.
- Slice marinated pork belly, coat in flour, and sear in a hot pan with olive oil.
- Plate by layering tomato sauce, cannellini beans, pork belly, and poached lobster. Garnish with apple slices and herbs.
- Enjoy!
Don’t miss your chance to experience Jameson Stocks’ culinary magic live in Cape Town, and be sure to try this recipe at home. Visit www.jamesonstocks.com for more exciting updates.
