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Founder of many things but FoodBlogJHB FoodBlogCT, FoodBlogDBN being my biggest project to date. UCT marketing graduate, Star Wars geek and Arsenal & Dortmund supporter. That's me!

Prawn Stars Align: Why Wednesdays Were Made for Mozambik

Midweek meals don’t usually come with bragging rights — unless, of course, prawns are involved. Enter Mozambik, where Wednesdays are officially reserved for seafood lovers who know a good deal when they see one. Mozambik’s OG Prawn Star Wednesday Special is exactly what it sounds like: bold, confident, and unapologetically delicious. For just R99, diners…

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For the Love of Steak: Valentine’s the Butcher’s Grill Way with L’Ormarins Brut Classique Rosé

When Valentine’s Day rolls around, there are flowers… and then there’s steak. This year, Butcher’s Grill is inviting couples to skip the clichés and lean into something far more satisfying: perfectly grilled cuts, a warm steakhouse atmosphere, and a celebratory glass of L’Ormarins Brut Classique Rosé, poured with compliments of the (steak)house. The experience is…

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Sushi, Steak & Date Nights—Your Weekly Guide to the Specials Monakko at Park Square

If meal planning feels like a chore, Monakko has stepped in with a weekly specials line-up that does the thinking for you. From pasta-loaded Tuesdays to flame-grilled lunches and cocktail-backed sushi sessions, this Umhlanga Ridge favourite has created a calendar worth eating through. Tuesdays: Pasta, Pasta, Pasta 🍝 Tuesdays at Monakko are all about comfort…

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This is what a proper Lunch Break looks like at Butcher Boys

January has a way of marching everyone straight back to desks, diaries and “quick lunches” that somehow stretch into meetings. Thankfully, Butcher Boys is here to rescue working lunches with a deal that proves productivity and proper steak can absolutely coexist. Their Great Lunch Menu is all about no-nonsense indulgence done right. Think perfectly grilled…

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Love at First Bite: A Gourmet Evening at 1000 Hills Chef School to Start Valentine’s Weekend

As Valentine’s weekend approaches, there’s a deliciously different way to kick things off — and it involves rising culinary stars, a thoughtfully curated menu, and an evening of refined indulgence at 1000 Hills Chef School. On Friday, 13 February 2026, the school hosts its first Gourmet Evening of the year, a student-led fine dining experience…

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White Star Makes a Powerful Comeback to KZN with Heartfelt Homecoming Campaign: Own Your Shine – The Taste That Brings You Home

South Africa’s most loved and trusted maize meal brand, White Star, proudly announces its much-anticipated return to KwaZulu-Natal with a vibrant and deeply meaningful campaign titled “Own Your Shine.” This initiative is more than just a brand relaunch; it is a heartfelt celebration of the rich culture, food traditions, and strong community spirit that define…

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From Set Menus to Signature Steaks: A Butcher Boys Christmas Worth Booking

For many Durbanites, Christmas isn’t complete without two things: sunshine and a great steak. This year, Butcher Boys—long-time champions of flame-kissed cuts and easygoing hospitality—are inviting guests in for a festive celebration across their Durban and coastal restaurants. If Christmas lunch at home feels like too many pots, pans, and negotiations, Butcher Boys has a…

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