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…
If the idea of a vineyard escape sounds like your kind of getaway, Mozambik and Franschhoek Cellar are serving up a chance to turn that daydream into a cork-popping reality. From now until 30 November 2025, all it takes is a bottle of wine and a bit of luck to land you and a partner…
Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. If your ideal Saturday includes bold flavours, beachy vibes, and a plate full of ocean goodness, Mozambik is serving exactly what you’re craving — and then some. Introducing the Saturday Special: a Seafood Platter for 1 that brings the heat (and the value) for just R139. On your plate?…
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 –…
When it comes to Breast Cancer, everyone’s journey matters! Breast cancer is a very personal diagnosis, and the healing journey is unique to each individual. Come October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month gives us all a chance to offer thoughtful and practical support. Please read our story below… For well over a decade, the South African…
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…
This Heritage Day, set the braai tools aside and let Butcher Boys do the grilling for you. Both the Umhlanga and Morningside locations are firing up the flavour with a Butchers Platter for One that’s all about bold, local taste—and a cold one to match. For just R250, guests can sink their teeth into: A…
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…
This Heritage Day, 24th of September, Loftus Versfeld Stadium will come alive with the smell of sizzling wors and the sound of laughter, as South Africans unite for the Big Save World Record Braai Day. White Star is proud to be the official pap partner of this historic event and invites everyone to share in the excitement. The…
There’s something magical about Saturdays—but Mozambik just cranked the magic up to eleven. Say hello to the ultimate weekend win: the Prawn & Wing Combo that’s stealing hearts and satisfying bellies across the country. For just R99, foodies can tuck into 5 perfectly grilled medium prawns, 4 crispy, flavor-packed wings, and a side of their…
Can you hear that? The ‘clack clack’ of tongs, the crackle of wood and the sizzle of searing meat. Yes, South Africa, spring is here! It’s time to head outdoors, soak up the sun and break out the braai. Not that we ever need a reason to braai, but the warmer weather’s got us cooking…
Restaurant Week is back with these Durban restaurant specials! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Cafe 1999 Cafe 1999 returns, bringing its bold and vibrant dining experience to Umhlanga…
When last did you think about your eye health? Vision, yes … but actual eye health? We can’t remember either! And we’ve certainly never thought of it in terms of mushroom consumption; but as it turns out, the more fungi you consume the healthier your eyes will be. South Africa’s Eye Care Awareness Month 2025…
Calling all food lovers, flavour chasers, and serial reservation-makers: Restaurant Week South Africa is back, and this time it’s bigger, tastier, and more unmissable than ever. From 26 September to 2 November, diners across the country are in for a culinary joyride, with 175 top restaurants confirmed and gearing up to serve exclusive, limited-time menus—all…
In South Africa, al fresco dining is just a fancy way of saying sitting outside around the braai. Especially in September when we flex our Saffa muscle and celebrate our heritage. No self-respecting braai is complete without homegrown avos – the ultimate springtime ingredient. It’s true, South Africans are proud of our culture: of our…
As Spring makes its welcome return, so does the craving for meals that are light yet satisfying – and the eye candy Mushroom Crispy Rice Salad delivers on all fronts. It’s the kind of dish that fills you up, not out – packed with fresh herbs, crunchy greens, golden crispy rice, and umami-rich mushrooms, all…
