Platō Coffee: From Container Store to Coffee Empire
Discover how brothers Stephan and Petrus Bredell grew Platō Coffee from a Centurion container store into a successful South African coffee brand.
3 Authentic Thai Recipes That Will Transport you to Thailand Instantly
Three Thai recipes that will transport you to Thailand, offering you the most authentic taste of Thai cuisine from your own kitchen.
Recipe: French Apple Tart
Updated August 2026: A hobbyist whose baking sprouts from books (and one of our regular freelance writers) shares her favourite French Apple Tart recipe (paired with a recently read book) with you, our Hello Lifestyle reader.
Culture Newlands Pours a New Kind of Neighbourhood Local
Culture Newlands brings more than 50 wines by the glass, tapas, local cheese and a sunlit deck to Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs.
George Hunter Will Fly South Africa’s Flag at the Diageo World Class Finals
George Hunter will represent South Africa at the 2026 Diageo World Class finals after winning the national bartending competition.
Why Eating More Vegetables Could Change How You Feel
Discover six affordable ways to start eating more vegetables and support better energy, nutrition and everyday wellbeing.
10 Much-Loved Gins Worth Adding to Your Home Bar
Updated July 2026: From local fynbos and rooibos gins to Japanese and Italian favourites, discover ten much-loved gins worth adding to your home bar.
Date Night Ideas: The Joburg Edition
Dinner is often the default answer to date night. Book a table, order something expensive enough to justify dessert and hope the conversation carries the evening. Sometimes it does. Sometimes both of you spend twenty minutes discussing whose turn it is to organise the next date. Johannesburg deserves a little more imagination than that.
Cigar Lounges: Puff your Preference at these Sophisticated Gentlemen’s Venues
Updated July 2026: There’s just something old-worldly about a venue with a cigar lounge. The scents that linger in the air tell story upon story, like red wine. Or whiskey. While cigar lounges are often associated with upscale and mysterious gentlemen’s clubs, it also boasts an intriguing, historic flair and plush interiors fit for anyone who enjoy the finer things in life.
A New Game Plan for Pretoria Rugby Club Restaurant
As the afternoon unfolds, familiar classics drift through the speakers, conversations become louder, and the rugby fields slowly transform from a sporting venue into the backdrop of a South African sunset. Parents relax. Friends reconnect. Kids continue burning energy long after everyone assumed they would be tired.
Father’s Day Lunch Events Around South Africa: Four Tables Worth Gathering Around
Father’s Day Lunch Events in South Africa have a funny way of revealing a family’s true personality. Some dads insist on standing over a braai from sunrise. Others claim they don’t want a fuss, only to spend the entire day accepting compliments like a retired Springbok captain receiving a standing ovation.
Why Wine Lovers Are Falling for Wine of The Month Right Now
Hello Lifestyle uncorks a box from Wine of The Month and discovers why this South African wine subscription has become a favourite among local wine lovers.
Maru Korean Steakhouse: The Life and Seoul of Bree Street
Maru Korean Steakhouse brings Korean BBQ, fried chicken, cocktails and modern Seoul-inspired energy to Cape Town’s buzzing Bree Street dining scene.
2026 Food Trends in the South African Hospitality Industry
Something interesting is happening in professional kitchens right now. Diners are asking tougher questions. Chefs are stripping things back. Menus are becoming smarter, more personal and far more intentional. And according to the latest Future Menus report from Unilever Food Solutions South Africa, the 2026 Food Trend in the South African Hospitality Industry is all about meaning, value and flavour that actually tells a story.
The Ideal Guide on How To Roast the Perfect Autumn Brew
Autumn is a season of subtle shifts. The light softens, the air cools and our daily rituals begin to be showered in leaves of orange and brown. It’s the time of year when comfort takes precedence over speed, and flavour becomes deeper, warmer and more layered. Nowhere is this more evident than in the way we drink our first cup of coffee on a misty morning.
Our Top Nightlife Hangouts in Stellenbosch
When the sun sets over Stellenbosch, the corks come out. Here’s your inside scoop on where locals swirl, snack and settle in for seriously good wine.
Marbella Grand Café: Where Umhlanga’s Sea Breeze Meets Laid-Back Indulgence
Situated at The Pearls Mall in Umhlanga Rocks, with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and that iconic pier curving out into the surf, the restaurant feels like the kind of coastal escape holidaymakers dream about. The buzz from the beach below sets the rhythm, while the soft clink of glasses and the low hum of conversation guide you inside.
A Gourmet Heaven Opens in Hazelwood: The Pantry’s Next Chapter
In a move set to delight food lovers across Pretoria, Pantry has officially opened its doors in the vibrant Hazelwood precinct. The stylish new spot marks a major milestone for Pantry by Marble, the gourmet convenience concept that has quickly become a favourite with Johannesburg diners and shoppers alike.
Inside Chef Michelle Theron’s World at Vergenoegd Wine Estate
Seasonality has become part of everyday dining, particularly in the Cape, where chefs increasingly cook with local harvests front of mind. Recently appointed to lead gastronomy at Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, Executive Chef Michelle Theron brings more than 20 years of fine-dining experience to a 160-hectare farm known for regenerative agriculture and its famous flock of Indian Runner ducks, which naturally manage pests in the vineyards.
A New Gourmet Sandwich Destination on Bree: The Whip Club
Cape Town’s Bree Street restaurant scene has long been one of the Mother City’s most vibrant culinary corridors – its bustling strip dotted with cafes, wine bars and international eateries drawing locals and visitors alike. Tucked into this gastronomic hotspot is a fresh neighbourhood star: The Whip Club, the new gourmet sandwich and coffee hatch at 61 Bree Street, brought to life by the team behind The Wiggle Room.
Our Top Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Joburg
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Fashion You Can Drink: Inside Gert-Johan Coetzee Wine Couture Collection
What happens when one of South Africa’s most recognisable fashion designers turns his attention to wine? The result is Wine Couture, a limited-edition collection from Gert-Johan Coetzee that merges the worlds of design and winemaking in a surprisingly elegant way.
Veld & Vine Bistro Brings a Farm-to-Fork Dining Experience to Cape Town
Veld & Vine Bistro in Claremont has officially opened inside the elegant grounds of The Claremont Boutique Hotel. And while the address carries history, the dining experience feels modern and welcoming yet still rooted in the land around it.
Mira Sandton: A Portuguese Dining Destination Reviving a Legendary Space
Visiting Mira, Sandton’s newest 200-seater Portuguese dining destination, felt like a moment of kismet – especially as we had no idea the restaurant occupies the same original venue as Villamoura.
