Cathy's Kitchen Paternoster

04/05/2026

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22/04/2026

In the heart of Paternoster, this is more than a café — it’s a place where every cup tells a story and every morning begins with purpose.

What started as a simple idea — to transform the volunteer house into something more — became something powerful:

A place that creates jobs.
A place that connects people.
A place that gives back.

Brought to life in 2021 by Leon and Liezel Avenant and their incredible team, Cathy’s is now a vibrant space full of warmth, community, and exceptional food.
But Cathy’s carries something even deeper.
It is a place of remembrance — named in honor of Cathy Kwiatkowsky, a German volunteer who was part of the volunteer house and tragically lost her life in 2018.

Cathy`s not only brings people together, but also became a source of income that helps sustain the Paternoster Project (www.paternosterproject.co.za) and create opportunities for the community.

Cathy’s is not just a café.
IT IS A LEGACY. ✨

A place where grief became purpose.
Where community became strength.
And where hope is served — every day.

17/04/2026

Great news, Lu-Marie Steynvaard and the Cathy’s team will be continuing the Cathy’s legacy at the current location🥂🥳🍻👏

24/01/2026

Thank you to everybody that contributed to an awesome festive season for Cathy’s.

Cathy’s successes directly translate to much needed funding for Paternoster Project NPO which includes Paternoster Hoopsig - Hope View and St. Augustine's Primary School.

None of this would have been possible without the dedication of the Cathy’s team.

27/10/2025

20/10/2025

23/01/2025

27/10/2024

October Fest 2024 - What a fantastic day with good food shared with friends.