This Valentine’s Day, love takes centre stage at Monakko in Park Square Umhlanga, where romance meets refined dining in the most delicious way. Designed for couples who appreciate great food, warm ambience and a touch of indulgence, Monakko’s Valentine’s celebration promises an evening where every detail is thoughtfully curated to make hearts — and taste…
Make it a night to remember with the most romantic Valentines Day Dinner Durban 2026 has to offer. Whether you’re celebrating new love or marking years of memories, Durban’s top restaurants are preparing unforgettable Valentine’s experiences. From candlelit beachfront dinners to elegant rooftop meals and cozy garden settings, the city offers a wide variety of…
Love is best celebrated with a little spice, a lot of flavour, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger—and this Valentine’s Day, Taste of Thai is setting the scene for exactly that. Taste of Thai is inviting couples to slow down and savour a romantic evening inspired by Thailand’s most beloved flavours. For Valentine’s…
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…
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…
Park Square Umhlanga is leaning fully into the spirit of the season with its Holly Jolly Christmas Show, an annual highlight that blends family fun, festive music, and community giving. On Thursday, 18 December at 18:30, the centre transforms into a lively Christmas hub, offering an evening designed to bring people together—kids, parents, neighbours, and…
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…
Florals? For November? Absolutely fabulous. If your soul lights up at the sight of fresh blooms and your Pinterest boards are full of bouquet inspo, then clear your calendar for Thursday, 20 November 2025 — because Exquisite Blooms is hosting a Peony Class at Park Square, and it’s the kind of evening that promises petals,…
Mark your calendars and fluff those picnic blankets — Park Square is bringing all the festive sparkle on Thursday, 5 December! With just a month to go until the big day, the spirit of the season is already buzzing in Umhlanga, and Park Square is getting into the groove with an open-air Christmas Night Market…
Foodies, this is not a drill. If you’ve been meaning to treat yourself to one of 1000 Hills Chef School’s legendary Gourmet Evenings, your moment has arrived — and it’s wearing a crisp chef’s jacket. The final Gourmet Evening of the year takes place on Friday, 31 October, and it promises to end 2025 on…
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…
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…
If your perfect Saturday includes cold craft beer, sizzling street food, and live music vibes, mark your calendar for Saturday, 6 September 2025 — because the Beer, Bites & Beats Festival at 1000 Hills Chef School is serving it all up in style. From 10am to 4pm, this one-day-only bash is bringing the best of…
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…
They say you shouldn’t play with your food—but the student chefs at 1000 Hills Chef School are doing just that, and the results are deliciously dangerous. On Friday, 4 July 2025, at 6:00 PM for 6:30 PM, these culinary rising stars will roll up their sleeves to present a gourmet evening that’s equal parts finesse,…
Let’s be honest: Dad has enough socks, ties, and tools he pretends to use. This year, ditch the clichés and give him what he really wants — a proper meal, a bold drink, and a vibe as smooth as his dad jokes. This Sunday, 15 June, from 12pm to 8pm, Monakko in Umhlanga is putting…
