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  • The Entertainer: Interview with Donna Benton

    Launched in Dubai in 2001, The Entertainer has been saving people money with a huge range of two-for-one offers in a number of different countries. The book and app were introduced to South Africa four years ago in Cape Town with Jo’burg and Durban following suit a couple of years afterwards. For those that have […] More

  • HQ Restaurant and Diemersdal Fine Wining 29 April 2015

    As HQ are always up for a fun night of delicious food, wine and entertainment, here they go again. And no, it’s not a typo. #finewining is the name of the new series of events hosted by HQ restaurant and some of Cape Town’s most luxurious wine estates. First up, is Diemersdal Wine Estate, with live […] More

  • Meals Direct Review and Competition

    A lot of foodie companies are very same same. They do the same thing under a different name, at a relatively similar price. And they normally don’t last long. So, when I heard about ANOTHER meal delivery company that popped up in cape Town, called Meals Direct, I wasn’t too excited. BUT I WAS WRONG! Meals […] More

  • Grande Provence Wine and Dine Collaboration Dinners 2015

    If you’re a food and wine lover, then get excited. The Grande Provence Wine & Dine Collaboration dinners kick off in April. These dinners are hosted on one Friday evening per month at The Restaurant. Each will focus on a particular wine theme to showcase the best of Grande Provence and other divine wineries showcasing […] More

  • 2015 Autumn Tasting Menu at La Mouette

    New season, new food. It’s time for the 2015 Autumn Tasting Menu at La Mouette. And my word, that Chef Henry and team are showing off. It not just what’s seasonal, and delicious – but it FEELS like winter. When I read this menu, I actually wanted to go and put on a beanie, boots and […] More

  • Neill Anthony Private Chef Launches Sunday

    Neill Anthony Private Chef Launches Sunday

    I am super judgey of South African television. Always have been, always will be. I often struggle with production values, with content, and with the over-the-top, happy-go-luck fake South African cheerfulness that we for some reason always perpetuate. People do realise that you can be happy without smiling all the time, right? So when I […] More

  • Another Chance to Win a Copy of The Entertainer App

    We recently featured several restaurants that have joined The Entertainer during February giving you a chance to win one of two Entertainer Apps. This month, we’ll be hosting another competition giving away another two The Entertainer Apps. It includes over 900 Buy One Get One Free offers for the best restaurants, nightspots, leisure, attractions and salons in […] More

  • Grande Provence Earth Hour Dinner

    It’s almost Earth Hour time – 60 minutes dedicated to creating awareness for sustainability and conservation. On Saturday, 28 March from 8:30 and 9:30 the lights will go out (on purpose, this ain’t load shedding), but where are you going to be? The Restaurant at the Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek is hosting their annual Earth Hour […] More

  • Arnold’s on Kloof with The Entertainer

    I haven’t been to Arnold’s on Kloof in years. Years and years and years. And everytime I have been, I’ve only ever had a (hungover) breakfast. So, I have never thought of it as anything more than a (hungover) breakfast joint for students. But, and I am happy to admit it, I was wrong. Thanks […] More

  • Matt Manning One Ingredient Cauliflower

    Another month, another chance to get your hands dirty in this interactive cooking class and dining experience. Where you learn to cook and get fed (so very well) in one fun and exciting evening out. For the month of March you can expect the Matt Manning One Ingredient Cauliflower menu to get your appetite going. […] More

  • Crazy Pizza Special at Eat Out the Box

    The festive season is over and the awesome team over at Eat Out the Box have decided to help your pocket by bringing you an INSANELY CRAZY special which will only be available for the next week. So get your mouse clicking to head over to the Eat Out the Box website to claim this […] More

  • Fleur du Cap Natural Light Chenin Blanc 2014 vintage

    The Fleur du Cap Natural Light Chenin Blanc 2014 vintage has been released, with a nifty and convenient screw cap. Gone are the days of cork being the only way to go. With its lower alcohol content of just 9,7%, the screw cap will help preserve the tropical fruit character of this health-friendly wine. Crisp and refreshing […] More