With their revamped menu and value-added dishes, Ocean Basket remains the number one seafood restaurant choice. Ocean Basket’s new menu truly is a labour of love. It celebrates everything South Africa’s favourite chain of seafood restaurants are built on – a variety of delicious food, ethically sourced, freshly prepared and as generous in their portions…
Juliet Urquhart joins The Oyster Box as the new Sommelier, fresh from a year’s working experience as the Beverage Director and Delmonico Room Manager, at Relais et Chateaux property, Hotel Fauchere Milford in Pennsylvania, USA. Juliet’s educational trajectory includes a BSc. in Microbiology and Biochemistry from the University of Cape Town, a post graduate diploma…
On the 7th April 2014, Bamboo Sushi Lounge in Umhlanga Village, opened its doors again to eager diners after being closed due to renovations for the month of March. The renovations included a new kitchen, conveyor belt system, interior and lighting. The store now is an identical replica of its Durban North branch opened in…
The FNB Whisky Live Showroom is coming to Durban: A boutique-style tasting event to share the spirit of whisky! The FNB Whisky Live Showroom will take place on 25 and 26 April 2014, at Tsogo Sun’s Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment in Durban, home of the popular alternate monthly Suncoast Whisky Club. The Showroom will…
Let’s be honest, we all want to go green and save the world, but it isn’t easy. This type of paper goes here, that type there, but not if it’s dirty, but yes for some dirt. It’s a pain. Woolies heard the cries of the people (ok, that’s a bit dramatic, but they realized). So,…
The sustained thirst for well-crafted, culinary cocktails continues as the Urban Brandy Cocktail Route (UBCR), now defined as ‘South Africa’s ultimate cocktail movement,’ announces its arrival on sunny Durban shores. Since its Cape Town inception in early 2013, the route has spawned a passionate contingent of cocktail lovers whose tremendous support reflects the growing appreciation…
Lupa Osteria has a partnership with Uber – a chauffeur service that has recently launched in SA. You are able to get R200 off your first two rides with Uber by using the Promo Code “Lupa”. Lupa is wanting customers to be able to enjoy themselves at the bar while having meal without having to…
So, the other day Kamini Pather, 2013 winner of Masterchef SA, saw Gordon Ramsay ask who wanted a Christmas message on Twitter. She then replied to him and included me (KayliVee) in the tweet – saying that when we met him together earlier this year, it was practically the best day ever and a Christmas message…
If dining out in Durban is a cause for ennui, with more of the same offered at every location, maybe it’s time you tried a taste of Italy… with a twist. While Italian cuisine is nothing new, the way Aurelia’s Restaurant at The Square in Umhlanga does it certainly is. Mouth-wateringly delicious and down to…
Durban, meet Chihuahuas Mexicatessan. Chihuahuas Mexicatessan, meet Durban. This awesome little pop-up Mexican restaurant is based in Glenashley, Durban North. It launches TODAY and is only open pen for one month. So, if you want a ‘lil ole ole, arriba, arriba in your life, they’re open on Thursday Evenings and Sunday Lunches this December. (1st, 8th, 12th, 15th and…
Have you ever had the huge disappointment of ordering your favourite McDonald’s burger and it never looked anywhere near like it did in the picture above the counter. A customer from Canada wanted to know more and went onto the McDonald’s website to ask this question. “Why does your food look different in the advertising…
It is time to step up and take responsibility. This is the message from Donn Stewart, part owner of the micro-brewery that produces the award-winning Robson’s Beer. Based in the Shongweni Valley, KwaZulu Natal, the family-owned brewery has given Donn a new perspective on the seriousness of alcohol-related incidents such as domestic violence, abuse and…
Food Routes. The place to find “Exquisite Wine, Dine and Recline Experiences”. After years of experience in the hospitality industry, Riaan & Stefane Kruger realised that they understood the food-loving traveller. The eating and travelling experience is more than just the experience itseltf, what’s important are the memories you keep forever. Food Routes searches for…
For a while I’ve wondered why NoMU don’t have olive oil – such a kitchen essential – in their range. And voila, now they do. With a nifty flip lid, this beautiful bottle of oil looks very pretty on my counter. Sourced from the award-winning De Rustica Olive Estate in the Cape Swartberg mountains, the…
Get in on the action at Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken! If you love chicken burgers and a good deal, then you need to visit your closest Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken. With lock-down now surpassing more than 70 days, we finally have something to look forward to again as they are currently offering a fantastic special on…
As ladies (or gents), we don’t need an excuse to dress up, but high tea makes a great one anyway. The Hilton Hotel’s friendly staff, personal service and luxury and business amenities will have you come once and return for a lifetime. Enjoy whiskey, wine, beer and cigars with the boys at Ernie Els’ Big…
