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!

Talent, Creativity, and Vision for the Future of Gastronomy: Nelson Freitas is the Winner of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2023.

Representing Iberian Countries, Nelson Freitas stood out amongst the 15 regional finalists and won the title with the signature dish “Crispy red mullet, sea urchin and homemade black garlic” during the memorable two-day Grand Finale event in Milan. On the evening of 5 October the winner of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Award 2023 was…

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The Intercontinental Wine Challenge 2023 Results

The inaugural Southern Hemisphere tasting of the Intercontinental Wine Challenge has taken place with South Africa scooping four double gold awards, Chile two, and Australia one double gold award. The panel of judges was delighted at the diversity and quality of the wines from the participating countries: Argentina, Chile, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia….

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Deluxe 3-course Set Menu Special for Restaurant Week at Rockets Umhlanga

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. Rockets Umhlanga Situated on the gorgeous, vibey and luxurious coastline of the Indian…

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3-course Argentinian Fusion Menu at Zai Restaurant

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. Zai Restaurant Zai Restaurant is an authentic Argentinian grill-house specialising mainly in marbled…

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Spectacular 3-course Culinary Journey at Madam & Sir

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. Madam & Sir Madam & Sir Restaurant is a brand new dining establishment…

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