Marvin Leugering

All Day Happy Hour at The Blue Room

There’s an old saying that reads “don’t cry of spilt milk, it could have been a Gin & Tonic”

Well thanks to ‘The Blue Room’ a legendary landmark in the city of Pretoria that often hosts some of South Africa’s top talent, you won’t have to cry over a spilt Gin & tonic either.

This is because every day from 11:00am to 2:00am you can treat yourself to a finely crafted Gin & Tonic for only R20!

Yes, you read that correctly, for only R20 get yourself a delicious Gin & tonic at The Blue Room, and with recent performances from the likes of Prince Kaybee and Team Mosha, we couldn’t think of a better place to enjoy a delicious Gin & tonic.

Don’t waste any time, head over to The Blue Room for an all day happy hour!

Directions to The blue room CBD

WF NKOMO&BOSMAN STREET,

Pretoria,

South Africa.

Tel: 072 066 5358

Mother’s Day with a Difference at AfroBoer

Mother’s Day with a difference at AfroBoer

As always, AfroBoer is doing things a little bit differently this Mother’s Day.

A self-labelled ‘African Boer’, owner Michelle brings her African-Afrikaans-French soul into every inch of AfroBoer’s eclectic eccentricities and a spirit of freedom greets you at the door. This is a place to live as you – the unique you. Their menu hosts freshly made – really fresh, so be patient! – meals and baked goods and that all important delicious brew.

In keeping with true AfroBoer style, they’re bringing you Mother’s Day with a twist. Here’s how it works: mom’s are expected to bring 20 items, whether it be linen, family non-electrical kitchen equipment, bedding or toiletries to donate to the community informal settlement.

As a reward, you may enjoy any meal on the house and have a complimentary glass of wine or cappuccino. This campaign is running from 29 April to 10 May and donations must be dropped at the spaza shop next door between 7:30am and 4pm.

Bookings are essential. Use the reference AfroBoer Mother’s Day Project and your name. Let’s make Mother’s Day special for ALL mothers.

Directions to AfroBoer
Meerlust road
Equestria
Pretoria
012 807 3099

Immerse yourself in the fantastic Fijnwyn Wine & Food Festival

Like with many things in this world, Wine improves with age… the older we get, the more we like it!

This 30 April and 01 May 2019, show your appreciation for all things wine and good food by attending the wonderfully put together Fijnwyn Wine and food festival hosted by the Shokran Events venue.

Shokran is located amidst the beautiful pecan nut and almond plantations in Pretoria. Only a short 12km drive from Woodlands Boulevard, this is truly the perfect setting for you and your family to enjoy a wonderful day out indulging in some good food and delicious wine.

The overall goal for this festival is to incorporate the excellent wines found in the Cape with the beautiful scenery of Gauteng, a combination that simply can’t go wrong.

Tickets for the festival will start at R390 per adult, which includes your very own harvest table, along with a special wine tastings and glass, or alternatively you can purchase the R170 ticket which includes the exquisite wine tasting and a glass.

Tickets for this festival have gone live on 01 Feb 2019 and are quickly running out, so don’t miss out and get yours today!

If you believe in this initiative, come and show your support by attending the Fijnwyn Wine and food festival this 30 April and 01 May 2019.

Directions to Fijnwyn Wine & Food Festival

Plot 99

Luiperd Street

Tierpoort, Gauteng,

South Africa.

Tel: 082 335 5659

Celebrate your Easter like Royalty with Monte De Dios

Don’t stress yourself out too much with trying to plan the perfect Easter celebration. The excellent people at Monte De Dios, located in the picturesque valleys of Pretoria have you covered.

This Easter, 21 April 2019, Monte De Dios will be hosting a once in a life Easter celebration, and they want you to be a part of it!

You and your family will enjoy a scrumptious 3 course meal whilst being entertained by a variety of live performances, while the kids will get the chance to take part in the ‘Egg-celent’ Easter egg hunt, keeping then entertained for hours!

For one weekend only, you and your family can celebrate Easter in style. Nestled against picturesque mountains in Pretoria, Monte De Dios is a Spanish styled villa that will have you in awe with its beauty and excellent facilities .

Don’t let this great opportunity pass you by, make your booking today before it’s too late!

Directions to Monte De Dios

106 Archilles Street

Zwavelpoort,

Pretoria 0081

Tel: 087 654 4457 | 087 654 4458

Blanket Run for Kids with Hard Rock Cafe

In the words of Mandy Hale, “There is nothing more beautiful then someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others” And the wonderful people at ‘Kids in dire straits’ could not agree with this statement any more.

Help those who need it most, join the K.I.D.S blanket run on 2 June 2019 and make a difference.

That is why they have decided to make a positive change in their community, and they want you to be a part of it!

On 2 June 2019, HOG (Harleys, owners group) Johannesburg in conjunction with a variety of other sponsors will be hosting their annual K.I.D.S Blanket run to try and combat the frigid Gauteng winter that is quickly approaching us.

This day is about one thing, blankets, blankets, and more blankets! In order for you to be a part of this inspiring even, your ticket to enter will of course be a blanket that you can purchase online or directly at the entrance.

Blankets will cost R100 each and can be pre-ordered online via their website. Alternatively you have the option to bring along your own as well (preferably new blanket)

With performances from the likes of WonderBoom, Pedro Barbosa, and The colour blew, this will be more than just your average blanket run. Bring the kids along and turn this charitable event into a family day that you can all enjoy!

For more information and details about the blanket run or to view the itinerary for the day please visit their website

Terrific Tuesday special at Rock88 Bar

With a tagline that reads “we braai because BBQ is chip flavour” you know Rock88 bar and braai means business when it comes to their food.

Rock88 bar and braai is a delightful restaurant that is located in the beautiful city of Pretoria. Clearly inspired by rock music, the décor and atmosphere will send you right back to the glory days of the 80’s.

Every Tuesday Rock88 bar and Braai have a special on their famous jaffles and chips combo. For just R59.00 get yourself 2 freshly made jaffles, filled to the brim with A-class mince and a side of chips, all for the great price of just R59.00!

Don’t miss out on your chance to get this great deal, available every Tuesday at Rock88 bar and braai.

Directions to Rock88 bar and braai,

Glen Gables Centre

Cnr Lynnwood & January Masilela

Lynnwood Ridge

Pretoria

Trading Hours: Monday- Saturday:

10:00 am till late

Sunday: CLOSED

Or contact Rock88 bar and braai at

Call- 082 806 4270

Email- rocket88bar@gmail.com

The show must go on at Lagom Cafe

In theatre there is a famous saying that reads,

Yyou need three things in theatre… the play, the actors, and the audience and each must give something.

The wonderful folks at Lagom Café and theatre bistro agree with this wholeheartedly, that’s why every Thursday they give you the audience a chance to contribute to a performance and turn it into something great.

Starting on 4 April 2019, you can joy performances from the highly talented ‘Blues 4 you’ whilst also enjoying a delicious meal at the same time.

What’s happening at Cafe Lagom

If you’re not a fan of the blues, don’t sweat it, Lagom café and theatre has a variety of different live shows for you to enjoy. Fans of watching live bands perform will be in for a treat when the likes of ‘Silver Creek Mountain’ and ‘The Paul Anthony’ hit the stage on the 25 April and 5 May2019 respectively.

For all the live comedy goers, once again the great people at Lagom Café and theatre have you covered!

The 4^th Thursday in May is when Lagom café and theatre host their hilarious Comedy night, with a variety of different comedians sharing their outrageous stories with you, you’ll be sure to end the night with a great big smile on your face.

These were just a few of the example you can expect to see at Lagom Café and Theatre this April and May. Don’t waste any time, contact them to book your spot now.

Book your seats!

Celebs square off for Col’Cacchio Celebrity Chef Showdown

Three of SA’s most popular celebrities will square off against each other in the 2018 Col’Cacchio Celebrity Chef Showdown, all in the name of charity. The popular Italian-inspired eatery will collaborate with rapper Jack Parow, celeb chef goddess Siba Mtongana and content queen and internet sensation Nadia Jaftha, to raise much needed funds for the Children’s Hospital Trust, on behalf of the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital

We are really excited about this year’s Celebrity Chef Showdown. We have managed to secure some great personailitiies to help us raise awareness and much needed funds for a very worthy benefactor. We have received an overwhelming amount of support for this campaign over the years and our aim for the 2018 campaign is to raise more than we have in previous years. – explains Col’Cacchio co-founder, Michael Terespolsky.

The three distinguished personalities will create their very own limited edition square shaped pizzas which will be available at all Col’Cacchio restaurants in SA and Namibia from 7 September to end November.

In its 10^th year the eagerly anticipated showdown will feature a delectable line up of gourmet pizza creations, including:

Nadia Jatfha: ‘Jou Ma Sala’ – a spicy chicken Masala infused pizza
Jack Parow: ‘Wors Tokolosh’ – a meaty, braai inspired pizza
Siba Mtongana: ‘Sibalicious’ – a flavourful sticky chicken gem

Since 2009 the Celebrity Chef Showdown has raised over R2 million for charitable causes through the R5 donation from the sale of each celebrity chef pizza. Funds raised through the 2018 campaign will be donated to the Children’s Hospital Trust, fundraiser for the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, in an effort to contribute to their goal of R112 Million to build a state-of-the-art ER Unit

Col’Cacchio will also provide a number of opportunities for people to donate using a unique pizza shaped QR code. The QR code will be available at various touch points including waiter t-shirts, placemats, the website, the Col’Cacchio app and across all of their social media platforms.

Win a trip to Italy!

Buy a Celebrity Chef pizza and you could win a trip for TWO to Italy valued at R97 500. Col’Cacchio in partnership with Globus will be running the competition over the three month campaign period.

You can either enter by SMS or via Instagram.

How to enter:

Enter via SMS: SMS your name and bill number to 45450
Enter via Instagram: Take a picture of your Celebrity Chef Showdown pizza, tag @colcacchio and use #pizza4good

The public will also have an opportunity to win bi-weekly cash prizes worth R2000, be sure to check the Col’Cacchio social media platforms for more info on how to enter.

Steak & Beer Special at The Three Ducks

Have you heard about the Winter Chef’s Specials at Three Ducks?

The Three Ducks – located in Waterkloof – serves handcrafted dishes with a fusion of French flavours inspired by travels through France.

If you haven’t been to the restaurant yet, maybe this wiinter special will entice you to pay them a visit. A Venison Fillet with a CBC Draught of a glass of wine is available for R139, while a Rib Eye Steak with French Pepper Sauce and a Heineken Beer is available for only R150.

Book your table now!

Directions to The Three Ducks Restaurant
3, Waterkloof Forum
374 Milner St & Long Street
Waterkloof
Pretoria
0145
012 754 0566

Free Drinks for the Kids & Outdoor Playground at Carlita’s Restaurant

Great entertainment for the kids!

After spending the entire day at school, your kids just need to have a bit of fun and Carlita’s Restaurant has just the promotion to entice you to come over.

Apart from an outdoor playground and jumping castle, they are also offering a free drink with each kiddies meal ordered. It’s fun for the entire family.

Book your table now!

Directions to Carlita’s Restaurant
Royal Albatross Road
Pretoria East
062 808 0015