Eating out

Licorish Bistro: Jozi’s casual dining hotspot

Published on March 18, 2017

Licorish Bistro, situated in the bustling Nicolway Bryanston Shopping Centre, is a five-year-old restaurant run by Aki Hadjipetros. After nineteen years of running chain restaurants, Aki now runs four of his own which are situated all over Gauteng. Each restaurant offers diners a unique flavour, style and twist on the way in which they eat. This everyday eatery offers customers...

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Experience artisan pizzas at Jamie’s Italian this month

Published on March 16, 2017

Situated in Melrose Arch in the heart of Joburg, Jamie’s Italian is celebrating pizza in a whole new way. Oven-baked with the freshest ingredients and most spectacular flavours, they are showcasing a new pizza each week for the month of March.

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There’s a new summer menu at one of our favourite hangouts, Lust Bistro & Bakery

Published on February 26, 2017

Located on the blissful Vrede en Lust Wine Estate in Franschhoek, Lust Bistro & Bakery welcomes patrons into a worldly atmosphere filled with warmth and contentment. The enticing aromas of freshly baked artisan bread (which we still can’t get enough of, by the way) is enough to make you want to stay there forever. But that is just the beginning.

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Fine Italian dining, at Jamie’s Italian South Africa

Published on February 25, 2017

When word first got out that the man himself, Jamie Oliver, would be opening a branch of Jamie’s Italian in South Africa, foodies and non-foodies alike could barely contain their excitement. Besides being a celebrated cookbook author, having his own television show and selling a range of kitchen- and cookware, Oliver can also proudly boast the vast popularity of his...

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La Tête on Bree

Published on February 18, 2017

Commonly known for its meaty French cuisine, La Tête has officially earned the title of one of Cape Town’s top new restaurants opening in 2017 by CNN. Located on Bree street, La Tête has received incredible reviews - and who better to thank than chef Giles Edwards.

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Red Hot

Published on January 28, 2017

Where’s there’s ash there’s fire. We take an inside look at Cape Town’s newest culinary offering, the smouldering ASH restaurant.

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Top 5 coffee gems in Cape Town

Published on January 3, 2017

Capetonians love their coffee – there’s no doubting that. There are so many fabulous coffee spots to choose from, it’s almost a bit overwhelming, so let us make it easier for you. Here are 5 of our personal favourites that we recommend you try:

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Spenu – the budget dining app you’ve been looking for

Published on December 31, 2016

The Spenu app serves as a platform to bring diners affordable dining options and restaurant promotions specific to their location. Yes, that’s right. A foodie app with GPS tracking to offer you the best meals just around the corner!

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Dunkin’ Donuts’ limited edition festive range

Published on December 20, 2016

The festivities are getting bigger and bigger, as Dunkin’ Donuts have released a new, delicious range of doughnuts for this festive season! It’s best you pay them a visit now because, as of January, you will no longer be able to indulge in these limited-edition decadent round beauties.

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The Shortmarket Club

Published on December 12, 2016

Cape Town’s recently opened Shortmarket Club took home the award for Best New Restaurant at this year’s inaugural Conde Nast Gourmet awards, held at the Cape’s historic Klein Constantia wine estate. The judging panel included culinary experts Bernadette Le Roux, Neil Roake, Leigh Robertson, and Susan Greig.

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