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  • Why the Sparkling Social Hour at Protea Hotel Balalaika is your new Weekend Ritual

    If Joburg needed another excuse to celebrate, Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton has delivered a fizzy, fabulous one: Sparkling Social Hour at Lord’s Bar. And trust us—this is not your average happy hour special. Every weekend between 17:00 and 19:00, Lord’s Bar turns into a glittering after-work oasis where cocktails come in twos, conversations linger longer, […] More

  • Fridays are for Cocktails: Happy Hour at Mozambik

    There’s something about Fridays that calls for a little celebration—and at Mozambik, they’ve got just the thing to kick off the weekend in style. Their Happy Hour is back, serving up premium Kegtail cocktails at a price that makes clinking glasses with friends even sweeter. Every Friday from 3 PM to 6 PM, guests can […] More

  • Margarita Madness Takes Over Sandton at Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton

    There’s only one kind of madness everyone can agree on—and it’s served in a salt-rimmed glass at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. Say hello to Margarita Madness, the cocktail special turning ordinary nights into unforgettable ones at The Bull Run, Lords Bar, and Destination Lounge & Bar. From September through November, guests […] More

  • Midweek Made Better: Ladies Night at Lords Bar at Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton

    Wednesdays just got a whole lot brighter at Lords Bar, tucked inside the chic Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. This is not your average midweek outing. Every Wednesday from 6–9 PM, Lords Bar rolls out the red carpet for its legendary Ladies Night—a stylish, feel-good evening designed for laughter, cocktails, and plenty of […] More

  • Rugby, Springbok Shots & Big Screen Vibes at the Protea Hotel Balalaika

    There’s watching rugby at home… and then there’s watching rugby at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton—where the atmosphere is buzzing, the drinks are flowing, and the game-day traditions run deep. This rugby season, fans are heading to The Bull Run, Lords Bar, and Destination Lounge & Bar at the Balalaika for more […] More

  • Two’s Always Better: Heineken Draughts at The Bull Run & Lords Bar

    Some of the best conversations start with the words: “Let’s grab a beer.” The Bull Run and Lords Bar are giving Joburg every reason to make that midweek meet-up happen with their unbeatable Heineken Draughts special. For just R100, guests can enjoy two crisp, refreshing Heineken draughts—one for you, and one for a friend (or, […] More

  • Sip & Celebrate – Cocktail Specials at The Catalyst this August

    This Women’s Month, The Catalyst is putting the spotlight on good company, great vibes, and perfectly mixed drinks. With 20% off all cocktails, it’s the ideal excuse to linger a little longer, swap stories, and toast to the moments that matter. Whether it’s a classic margarita, a refreshing mojito, or something a little more adventurous […] More

  • Sip Into Happy Hour: Mozambik’s Watermelon Gin Bull Is the Real MVP

    When the clock hits 4PM, Mozambik flips the switch — it’s time to cool down, chill out, and turn up the flavour. Every Monday to Friday, from 16:00 to 18:00, this vibrant hotspot serves up Happy Hour magic with a drink that’s as bold as it is refreshing: the Watermelon Gin Bull — and it’s […] More

  • All Aboard the Gin Train – The Station Parkhurst is pouring R60 G&Ts!

    Gin lovers, consider this your boarding call: The Station Parkhurst has officially rolled out a gin special that hits all the right notes — and only sets you back R60. That’s right — R60 for a double gin and tonic from a curated list of craft and classic favourites. Whether you’re here for bold botanicals […] More

  • Celebrate World Gin Day with Cocktails, Wings & Fries at Kashew Restaurant

    It’s time to gin and bear it—in the best way possible. On 14 June 2025, Kashew Restaurant is putting the “spirit” in celebration for World Gin Day, and you’re invited to raise a glass (or several) to bold flavours and good times. This one’s for the gin-lovers, the G&T devotees, and anyone who believes a […] More