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  • From Coconut to Rose – Meet Durban’s Prettiest New Drinks at Taste of Thai!

    Durban’s drinks scene just got a creamy, dreamy twist—and it’s pouring straight from Taste of Thai in Hilton. These Thai milk drinks are not your average café sips. They’re bright, bold, and bursting with tropical flair—served tall, cold, and unapologetically beautiful. So what’s the deal? Think chilled coconut milk swirling with pandan. Rose-hued strawberry milk […] More

  • Young Chefs Opening Doors to the World with S.Pellegrino and Acqua Panna

    The chefs, bartenders and hospitality stars of the future, take their first steps on a journey that will take the winners across the globe in the Reaching for Young Stars 2025 competition. When young chefs in training take part in the Reaching for Young Stars competition organised by Showcook it’s about so much more than […] More

  • A Timeless Twist: Elevate Your Whisky Cocktails with ANGOSTURA® bitters

    Whisky continues to reign supreme in South Africa, with locals sipping their way through nearly 39 million litres each year, earning it the title of the country’s most-loved spirit. From the rich, warming embrace of a Boulevardier to the smooth, sophisticated finish of a Manhattan, there’s one secret ingredient that has consistently elevated whisky cocktails […] More

  • A Taste of Tomorrow’s Top Chefs: Gourmet Evening at 1000 Hills Chef School

    Foodies, mark your calendars. On Friday, 12 September 2025, the kitchens at 1000 Hills Chef School will come alive with creativity, skill, and flavor as student chefs step into the spotlight for a Gourmet Evening unlike any other. This isn’t your average dinner—it’s a multi-course culinary showcase where each dish tells a story, each sip […] More

  • Grill Goals: Monakko’s Midweek Lunch Special Brings the Heat to Park Square Umhlanga

    If your lunch break’s been looking a little sad lately, Monakko at Park Square Umhlanga is stepping in with some serious steak swagger. Their Josper Grill lunch special, available Wednesday to Friday from 11:30AM – 4PM, is all about flame-kissed perfection, mouthwatering meats, and golden fries that know exactly what they’re doing. Here’s the line-up […] More

  • Bruffin (Brioche Muffin) with Avo Butter Recipe

    Avos: the secret indulgence making life a little more blissful! What does indulgence mean to you? To us it’s that secret treat that turns blah days into a blissful haze, rolled eyes into contented sighs, the mundane into the magical. Life just seems more beautiful, bright and breezy when there’s a spot of indulgence involved. […] More

  • Sushi Snack with Avocado Recipe

    Avos: the secret indulgence making life a little more blissful! What does indulgence mean to you? To us it’s that secret treat that turns blah days into a blissful haze, rolled eyes into contented sighs, the mundane into the magical. Life just seems more beautiful, bright and breezy when there’s a spot of indulgence involved. […] More

  • Baked Chicken Curry with Avo Crema Recipe

    Avos: the secret indulgence making life a little more blissful! What does indulgence mean to you? To us it’s that secret treat that turns blah days into a blissful haze, rolled eyes into contented sighs, the mundane into the magical. Life just seems more beautiful, bright and breezy when there’s a spot of indulgence involved. […] More

  • Romance on a Plate: Mozambik’s Ultimate Date Night Special with Durbanville Hills Wine

    Date night just got a serious upgrade, and it’s happening every Thursday at Mozambik! If you’re looking to impress your special someone (or just score major brownie points), then this is the perfect way to do it—with delicious food, great drinks, and an ambiance that sets the mood just right. Here’s the restaurant special: Choose […] More

  • Boks, Brandy & Big Hits: Winter Warmers at Mozambik

    Winter weekends in South Africa are built for two things: Springbok rugby and a good brandy in hand. Luckily, Mozambik’s serving both — and at a price that won’t make you flinch. Introducing the Boks & Brandy Special: You get 2x double KWV 5-Year Brandy and a mix (Coke, Coke Zero, soda water or plain […] More

  • Sip Into Happy Hour: Mozambik’s Watermelon Gin Bull Is the Real MVP

    When the clock hits 4PM, Mozambik flips the switch — it’s time to cool down, chill out, and turn up the flavour. Every Monday to Friday, from 16:00 to 18:00, this vibrant hotspot serves up Happy Hour magic with a drink that’s as bold as it is refreshing: the Watermelon Gin Bull — and it’s […] More