True Taste of Asia
Real ingredients. Big flavour.
Handmade Asian sauces, ferments and food — rooted in tradition, made for today. Every jar is made from scratch by Karoliese Van Rooyen.
Authentic roots. Modern technique.
Karoliese Van Rooyen is the maker behind Hao Now — every sauce, ferment and dish built on years of hands-on experience in traditional Asian kitchens.
- 14Years in TaiwanLiving and training in authentic Taiwanese kitchens.
- 好Trained in authentic Taiwanese kitchensTraditional techniques. True flavours.
- +2Years of French Culinary Arts (SA)Refined technique and global culinary insight.
好 (Hao) = Hao Now — sharing the true taste of Asia through handmade sauces, ferments and food.
Small batch. Big flavour.
Glutinous Rice Specialties
Traditional sticky rice dishes, steamed and prepared the authentic way.
Fermented Black Soybeans (Douchi)
Umami-rich fermented black beans — a staple of traditional Chinese cooking.
Egg & Ham Wrap Rolls
A market favourite — soft egg wraps rolled with ham, relish and fresh spring onion.
Garlic Butter Prawns
Pan-fried prawns finished with a crisp garlic and spring onion topping.
Find us at markets around Cape Town.
Hao Now pops up at markets around Cape Town, with the full range on display at the stall. Follow Instagram or Facebook for the next market date and location.
Beyond the market stall.
Market Stall
Dumplings, noodles and small plates made fresh at the market. Pull up a stool, order, and eat warm.
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Private Catering
A proper Taiwanese spread for your dinner, launch or celebration. We bring the food, the steam and the menu.
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Cooking Classes
Hands-on Taiwanese and Asian cooking in a small private group. Learn to fold, braise and bowl.
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