Recipe: French Apple Tart
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 HL reader.
The best destination in Joburg to relax, unwind and let your wild side free
The restaurant has been open since 2021 and it is well known for its funky style, cheeky nature and fun-filled atmosphere. The Wild Side in Craighall Park is arguably the best destination in the city to relax, unwind and let your wild side free. With furniture and décor right off the pages of Lewis Carroll’s […]
Cape Town for foodies and fun seekers
Cape Town is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s top tourist destinations when it comes to food and fun. Here is our top five.
Meet you at Ukkõ, okay?
One of Joburg’s best meeting spots for any occasion – from business meetings to friends meeting up for cocktail hour – Ukkõ Restaurant has become a favourite for many reasons.
Three of our favourite drinks at the moment
Whether you’re keen on an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink, we’ve got the drinks sorted. These are some of our current favourites.
A land steeped in rich, bold flavours that elevate the senses and ignite the soul
Rosebank is fast becoming the culinary epicenter of Joburg and for good reason. With a multitude of new and exciting restaurants to choose from, diners are increasingly discerning and idealistic. Ultimately, this ensures that restaurateurs keep evolving their offering to deliver a consistent flow of excitement and interest to the foodie scene. The MAMASAMBA team […]
Fable Restaurant: Humble, yet enticing
Fable Restaurant: Humble, yet enticing During a recent visit to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, we stumbled upon Fable Restaurant – an eatery that took us completely by surprise. In a good way, of course. After initially driving past while on the hunt for a humble lunch spot, we quickly Googled the menu. In the end, we […]
FYN: Japanese cuisine with South African flavours
Chef Patron Peter Tempelhoff’s FYN is a love letter to Japanese cuisine, with flavours from South Africa – a meal worth planning your Cape Town trip around.
Our top 3 munch spots in Cape Town right now
Cape Town’s restaurant scene is diverse and vibrant, offering a wide range of dining options that cater to different tastes and budgets. The city boasts some of the best seafood restaurants in South Africa, along with trendy cafes, cozy bistros, and fine dining establishments. The culinary landscape is heavily influenced by local ingredients and flavours, […]
Amazing munch spots in KwaZulu-Natal
From Upper Highway to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, when it comes to food and drink, there is much to explore in Durban and beyond.
Corretto: Coffee, Kindles and Calendars
Corretto might just be the perfect spot for early risers and over-achievers to plan, reflect or merely just be.
A fun and flirty Roku cocktail for Valentine’s Day
Whether it’s an intimate dinner or casual get together, you’re bound to be smitten with Roku’s best Valentine’s Day cocktail recipe yet.
MooMoo: What’s your next moo-ve?
As the late afternoon sun shines through at MooMoo Mall of Africa and kids splatter in the fountains in front, all is well with the world. And then, there’s the food…
A good time, any time at Madam & Sir
Open from 7AM (with their kitchen closing at 10PM) Madam & Sir is the perfect dining destination to visit at any time of day. Whether it be for a delicious meal, some chillout time to escape your busy work schedule, a mid-day meeting or business lunch, a romantic evening, or a fun venue for after-work […]
Nomadic chefs settle at Weltevrede Wine Estate
After years of being nomads, the husband-and-wife team, chefs Juan Fourie and Samantha (Sam) Morris-Fourie finally rooted themselves on the beautiful Weltevrede Wine Estate. Now, they happily run the recently launched Kapokbos Restaurant. Weltevrede Wine Estate is located just outside Bonnievale in the Western Cape’s Robertson Wine Valley. The Jonker family has been farming here […]
A country escape to settle that rumble in your tummy
The KwaZulu-Natal-based Summerhill Guest Estate is situated in the upmarket residential suburb of Cowies Hill, Pinetown. A mere twenty-minute journey from Durban, this is the perfect destination for a staycation, a beautiful romantic weekend away, or even the place to plan those intimate gatherings for special occasions. The Richter family who owns and runs Summerhill […]
Goddess Garden Café opens in Rietondale Pretoria
At Goddess Garden Café Rietondale, it’s all about the vibe. A bold, pink and often al fresco vibe. This dining and events destination was bound to be different, catering for a largely Afrikaans community, and while some of it resembles what we’ve so quickly come to love about the Goddess Café brand, there are certain […]
Contemporary Deli dining that you’ve never experienced
Paying homage to the many street vendors in the bustling cities of India, Modern Tailors Restaurant has crafted an experience that you will not find anywhere else in the country. The eclectic, contemporary design is reminiscent of a busy deli diner, with stunning art on the walls and a cacophony of colour that sets the […]
Vino in Piazza: A taste of Italy
Discovering the Italian lifestyle with here a bite and there a sip at the annual Vino in Piazza. November saw foodies and wine lovers galore rock up at Hyde Park Corner for the annual Made in Italy event, Vino in Piazza. The Embassy of Italy (in Pretoria), the Consulate General of Italy (in Johannesburg), the […]
Urchin Restaurant positioned to take a bite out of the Cape Town foodie scene
There is a complexity to achieving true simplicity in a restaurant setting. It is an art. At Urchin Restaurant it is a beautifully and precisely choreographed ballet in which sustainable fresh fish and seafood are the prima and danseur. The hallmarks of the Urchin elemental ocean dining experience are underpinned by excellent, unobtrusive service, locally sourced and produced ingredients, and world class wine from a carefully curated wine cellar.
Steri Stumpie Chocolate Mousse recipe with Cassidy Nicholson
Steri Stumpie has proven to be one of Mzansi’s most loved brands and while many enjoy the flavoured milk beverage as a delicious treat on its own, it’s proven to be quite a useful ingredient in a variety of delectable dishes as well.
Two exceptional Irish Whiskeys to try this Festive Season
Most whiskey fanatics will agree that this sophisticated nectar has seen a recent spike in popularity. Forbes notes that American and Irish whiskies have seen a surge in growth of 6.7% and 16.3%, respectively and the number of whiskey cases sold has increased every year since 2010. The uninitiated would attribute this spike to an overall increase […]
Our top 5 whisky bars in South Africa
1. WhiskyBrother Bar – Sandton This is Joburg’s only dedicated whisky bar (they serve nothing else), with over 1500 whiskies on offer. It’s an offshoot of their whisky shop in Hyde Park Corner and the knowledgeable team aims to be the best in the world. @whiskybrotherbar 2. Wild About Whisky – Dullstroom With over […]
Exclusive events and historic charm at Taaibosch Wine Estate
Apart from making a wine that embodies origin, and rehabilitating and preserving the land on which the vines grow, Taaibosch Wine Farm also boasts unique, exclusive accommodation and the perfect spot for intimate breakaways with friends, families or corporate teams. This is where you want to drop your duffel bag and kick off your shoes. […]
