Our story

SharLeBel’s mission is to delight every customer with our products and to leave such an exceptional experience that they have to share.

Based in the beautiful harbour town of Mossel Bay on the Garden Route, SharLeBel is a proudly local company that manufactures a range of delightful food products that will tantalize your taste buds.  By now all of us know life is not always what we dreamed or planned but we belief that we will get there with the building blocks of life.  SharLeBel is in the business to create delightful foods. Every new product starts with a hero ingredient and thoughts of uniqueness of a yummy product. A combination of quality raw ingredients and classic cooking with a twist.  Most of our products has a fundamental healthiness in them but now and then sugar wins.  Our food is about adventure – adventure in cooking and taste.  After all, life is not boring why should your food be?

We believe that our range of SharLeBel products tastes incredible because it’s made ethically, sustainably and with utmost care and thought.  We want to offer an authentic taste experience – whether you are tasting it for the first time or proudly presenting a top dish as your family’s loved chef – the delight will continue!

Our Team

SharLeBel’s team share a passion for delightful food and combined their unique life journeys into one focus to offer creative, healthy products.

Charlene van Niekerk

Charlene van Niekerk

Charlene thrives on challenges.  If there is a way, she will find it. 

Responsible to oversee the full production process with a determined focus and driving quality.  Leaving no stone unturned with extensive research and hands-on product development. 

Favourite product: Mushroom Dukkah

Elma Bosch

Elma Bosch

Elma is passionate about customer interaction and satisfaction. 

She adds a personal touch to the markets where these amazing products are offered.  Her organisational skills are superb and her eye for detail ensures an unforgettable customer experience. 

Favourite product: Candied Jalapeno

Lenette van Wyk

Lenette van Wyk

Lenette brings her unique creative skills to the mix. 

From the branding to the products, she ensures that the unique offering remains consistent, yet exciting.  Every new recipe is carefully tested and tried until it ticks all the boxes.  She also keeps a tight rope on the back-office processes relating to the smooth day-to-day management of admin and finance.

Favourite product: Mushroom Chilli Sauce