Marvin

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!

Pap Goes Gourmet: White Star Teams Up with John Dory’s for a Delicious Twist on Tradition

Who says pap can’t be fancy? White Star & John Dory’s just flipped the script on South African staples with a first-of-its-kind experience that brought local flavour to the sushi table—literally. In a bold (and delicious) move, John Dory’s & White Star partnered with culinary creatives to reimagine pap in a way no one saw…

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Timeless Flavour, Modern Spirit: Celebrate Old Fashioned Week with ANGOSTURA® Orange Bitters

From classic builds to contemporary reinventions, ANGOSTURA® remains a trusted staple on the global cocktail scene. This October, the spotlight returns to one of mixology’s most enduring icons, the Old Fashioned. Crafted with intention and sipped with appreciation, it’s a cocktail that continues to captivate with its simplicity, sophistication, and enduring legacy. To honour this…

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Col’Cacchio launches first Frozen Pizza Range exclusively at Checkers

Voted Best South African Restaurant Chain 2025, Col’Cacchio is now bringing its award-winning flavour to your freezer. The new Col’Cacchio frozen pizza range, available exclusively at Checkers, makes it easier than ever to enjoy the gourmet taste South Africans have loved since 1992. Picture creamy mozzarella, smoky sausage, fiery jalapeños, and golden, wood-fired-style bases –…

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Restaurant Week South Africa Opens Bookings — 175 Restaurants, New Awards

South Africa’s most anticipated dining event is back! From 26 September to 2 November, 175 top restaurants will serve up exclusive menus for a month-long celebration of culinary excellence. Think Eat Out award winners, luxury hotel restaurants, trendy hotspots, and hidden gems — all at exceptional value. Guests can indulge in 2-course lunches from just…

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Negroni: The Cocktail of Contradictions with Angostura

Sweet yet bitter. Strong yet refreshing. Few cocktails embody contrast as beautifully as the Negroni. With just three core ingredients – gin, vermouth, and Campari – it manages to be both timeless and endlessly adaptable, a drink that has captivated the world for more than a century. As Negroni Week (16–22 September) arrives, ANGOSTURA® Bitters…

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