Four Valentine’s Day dinner date ideas at Sandton’s best restaurants
This year we wanted to let you know that love is all about sharing your dinner so we have rounded up our very best dining options that Sandton has to offer.
How To Make A Cortado: The Ultimate Cortado Guide
As a caffeine addict, it’s a dread to go on your day without a cup of this warm Joe.
Cortado might be a familiar drink you’ve noticed at least once in your favorite coffee shop. You’ve probably contemplated on getting one, but you thought it’s better to stick with your regular order.
Get to know about this mini explosive drink, and why it’s so well-known worldwide.
Brand new dedicated food hall is set to open in 2022
A brand new, contemporary food hall is set to open it’s doors this year in Cape Town, reviving the concept of the town square. The curated range of global cuisines on offer can be delivered on demand or enjoyed in the vibrant food hall, which emphasises quality ingredients, sustainability and affordability.
Top 3 budget friendly, yummy and easy new year recipes
At the Hello Joburg office we have a firm belief that January should not be about dieting. Rather create food with love that is budget friendly, delicious and wholesome. With the help of Nestlé we’ve selected our top 3 favorites new year recipes for 2022. Drool worthy. We think… 1. Cheeky Chicken Chakalaka Serves 6 […]
A royal destination arrives on the Joburg nightlife scene
It is Jozi’s biggest on trend flashpoint right now! Be prepared to be wowed because this beautiful high class, sophisticated location will blow your socks off. Many new drinks spots have popped up all over the city lately but this one is in a league of its own. Restaurants and bars are buzzing and it […]
Joburgers can now get their hands on Babylonstoren’s farm-fresh offering
Babylonstoren has officially launched an online store where you can shop their farm rich style grub that will be delivered straight to your front door. While you can also shop their vases, natural linen drapes, fynbos candles and luxury hampers, we recommend you focus on the farm fresh and pantry items. Oh and dare we forget the wine.
Be merry and eat a cherry – our top two recipes
They’re in season, indulgent, whimsical and special, bringing extra delight to any occasion. Here our top 2 picks from Cherry Time™ – South Africa’s foremost cherry producer –which has collaborated with some of South Africa’s top recipe creators who have crafted timeless dishes to put the cherry into your summer feasting. Merry Cherry Messes by […]
Jam packed festive entertainment line-up at Cresta Shopping Centre
The Takeaway Live performances by Young Rebel Recording Studio Capture your festive season memories with Santa Kids entertainment area with CrestaAquariam Complimentary gift wrapping by Cresta brand ambassadors Don’t let 2021 end on a flat note. Instead, get into the spirit with everything on offer at Cresta Shopping Centre. The Festive SEAson program offers a […]
Joburg’s newest and most distinctive cocktail bar
Who’s ready for stars in their eyes? Welcome The Peeping Tom bistro, the latest hot spot to open on Bolton Road corner in Parkwood. Embrace the wacky, weird and wonderful at Jozi’s newest charming addition. Plus hello, you wont even notice the outside world because you will be so engrossed in this sassy new spot. […]
Bedfordview just became super cool, thanks to Cin Cin Cocktail Bar
The Takeaway Hand crafted, original cocktails in a speakeasy ambience. Small simple, tapas menu and wacky cocktails. The fabulous Cin Cin Cocktail Bar recently opened it’s doors and has made Bedfordview one of the coolest destinations in the city right now. We are still in lockdown level one and so while you can, we recommend […]
Your guide to Festive Season celebrations in Joburg
What? Where? How? December has finally arrived and while the city’s been fortunate enough to barely avoid another wave of lockdowns, due to the new Omicron Variant, Festive Season celebrations are underway. Here is the only guide you’ll need to the best Festive Season celebration ideas for 2021: Get your Festive Feels at The Capital […]
Italian wines shine at Wines of Italy Festival in Hyde Park
The prestigious Vino in Piazza – Wines of Italy event – just took place in November and yes we were first in line to wine and dine. The event was held at Hyde Park Corner rooftop and was spectacularly showcasing many Italian exhibitors. The Vino in Piazza promoted 19 wine producers coming to South Africa […]
Week of Italian Cuisine in the World takes over Gauteng
Ciao HJ. Did you know that this year was the 6th week of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World? The Week of Italian Cuisine in the World is a celebration like no other and rather genius we might add. Who doesn’t love all things Italian, delicious food, a beautiful culture, wonderful spirited people […]
Top 5 food & wine adventures in Joburg over the Festive Season
Make the most of the freedom the Lockdown Level 1 grants us, and enjoy a little indulgence this Festive Season. The Takeaway Indaba Hotel opens brand new wine tasting experience La Parada Parkhurst offers wine, tapas and creativity Rosebank Sunday Market brings the culinary world to Joburg Nando’s is up to their old tricks with […]
Two of our best and hottest new hangouts in Joburg
While we are busy playing catch up, thanks to Covid, we have been exploring Jozi’s nightlife scene like never before and it is buzzing. Going out has never been more fun and so we wanted to introduce you to two of our favorite brand new hot-spots. There is a whole new slew of new hangouts […]
Our top five whiskey brands to enjoy this festive season
Whiskey: it’s what beer wants to be when it grows up. It’s sophisticated, smooth and seductive. The Takeaway 5 whiskeys from affordable to “let’s celebrate” Just because it’s not Scotch, doesn’t mean it ain’t good Blend or single malt? You decide. When ordering a whisky, make sure you order right! There are whiskeys from all […]
The most instagrammable and best nightlife hangout spots in Joburg
The Takeaway We’ve found two of the best instagrammable spots in Joburg These two spots offer the most unique cocktails in the city Small bites on the menu to keep you fueled all nights The Jozi nightlife scene has taken a little knock since COVID but don’t you worry as we’ve been out and about […]
Two fresh and hot coffee spots that have just poured into Joburg
Hunting for the best coffee shops in Joburg? We found two! They couldn’t be more different from one another but both deserve a round of applause. And if coffee is your particularly favourite beverage of choice, you cam to the right place. We’re about to expose what makes these coffee shops in Joburg so unique […]
Festive Friday Fun – Laughs, spoils, treats & more
The Takeaway Over the next 8 weeks we will be showcasing our top selection for this Festive Season Christmas gifting ideas, treats, travel and wellness Clear your clutter at Rosebank Sunday Market this Sunday, 7th November 2021 Take advantage of SEVEN Villa Hotel & Spa’s pamper packages A unique way to celebrate your year end […]
Stop what you are doughing and try our top three bagel spots
Whatever you are doughing right now, stop. This is serious. At the HJ offices we take our bread very seriously and if like us your firm belief is bagels are the bread of life, listen up. Here are our top three bagel spots in Joburg for 2021: 1. Jacks Bagels Greenside for the breakfast bagel […]
What’s hip, hot and happening in Sandton? Here’s the LD
Sandton is abuzz with all things super swanky and so trendy for this festive season. So we thought we would share a few of our favourite things you can do in the coolest epicenter in South Africa. 1. In Good Company – an art exhibition Make sure to visit the visual art exhibition – In […]
The best date night: live jazz at Archer Bar & Eatery
The Takeaway Located inside the prestigious new Marriott Hotel in Melrose Arch Beautiful display of bites to share style dishes and intoxicating cocktails. Live jazz night every Thursday and Friday night from 6pm, We sorta, kinda, maybe, possibly might have found the best possible date night idea. Guys you can high five us later, girls […]
Three frightfully fun recipes for Halloween
Jan Kohler, a mother of three, an entrepreneur, author, and home-chef from Dunkeld in Johannesburg, has creatively come up with a few fun Halloween recipes. We picked our favorite three that we will no doubt be trying. They’re super easy and make for the perfect party treats. Oh and she has also launched a book […]
Africa’s highest urban bar, we went for the sunset and stayed for the Moet
The Takeaway 360 degree views of Joburg Beautifully curated art collection on level 3 Entrance is R300pp If you’re in the pursuit of pleasure the Alto234 rooftop bar is spectacular. The minute you enter The Leonardo Hotel it will take your breath away, followed by a riveting elevator ride to the top, the tallest urban […]
