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Heavy Chef offers a series of Recipe Books that provide practical, precise input from some of the best technologists, leaders and creatives in the world.

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Practical Recipe Books For Entrepreneur Success

Heavy Chef has published several bestselling entrepreneur 'recipe' books. What distinguishes Heavy Chef's books from ordinary entrepreneur self-help books is that these publications have been written by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs. Order yours now.

A bestseller in South Africa, this is a practical companion piece for e-commerce entrepreneurs starting out and scaling up. 

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Available in bookstores nationwide, this book is a practical guide on how to start a business in South Africa.

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Set for release in September 2025, this is the third of Heavy Chef's top-rated series of entrepreneur-focused books. 

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Our 2024 Recipe Book: Side Hustles And Startups

Heavy Chef’s newest book, Side Hustles and Startups, is your go-to manual for turning big ideas into real businesses. Whether you’re launching your first side gig or dreaming up the next startup success story, this practical, easy-to-read book will help you get started — and keep going.

Created in partnership with Pan Macmillan, Side Hustles and Startups simplifies the journey from concept to company in 10 actionable steps. From finding your passion and testing your idea, to setting up systems, managing money, building your brand, and staying sane along the way — this book covers it all.

Heavy Chef spoke to some of South Africa’s top entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, and compliance experts to create a no-fluff guide packed with real-world insights. Think of it as a chat with your smartest friends — the ones who’ve done it before and want to see you win.

This is more than a business book. It’s a call to action for anyone ready to hustle and build something meaningful. And it’s only the beginning. With more guides on the way, Heavy Chef is committed to helping South African entrepreneurs thrive.

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