Ride into History: Uber celebrates Heritage with discounted rides to South Africa’s Iconic sites and Museums @Uber_RSA

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As South Africa gears up for the much-anticipated Heritage Day, Uber is delighted to announce a special mobility activation that will allow South Africans and international visitors to connect with the country’s rich cultural heritage. From September 23rd to 30th, users will be able to enjoy discounted rides to some of the most iconic Heritage sites and museums in the cities of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria, and Durban.

September is a month of profound cultural significance, culminating in the nationwide celebration of Heritage Day on September 24th and Uber is thrilled to be a part of this celebration and to leverage the cultural momentum that surrounds it. During the activation period, everyone who would like to explore the history of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria, and Durban will have the opportunity to enjoy discounted rides to some of these cities’ most iconic Heritage sites and museums:

• Johannesburg: Constitution Hill, South African National Museum Of Military History, Hector Pieterson Memorial, Mandela's House, Apartheid Museum.
• Pretoria: Union Buildings, Melrose House Museum, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History, Freedom Park Heritage Site & Museum, Voortrekker Monument.
• Durban: Durban Holocaust & Genocide Centre, The Durban Central Post Office, House of Chief Albert Luthuli, The Old Durban Railway Station, KwaMuhle Museum.
• Cape Town: Iziko Slave Lodge, Table Mountain, Castle of Good Hope, District Six Museum, Robben Island.

"For over 10 years, local and international tourists have relied on Uber to enrich their sightseeing experience. We want to continue leveraging the power of our platform to connect them with South Africa’s history and culture. By making it easier and more affordable to visit these iconic sites, we hope to encourage exploration of the rich tapestry our country’s past and present has to offer,” said Kagiso Khaole, General Manager at Uber in Sub-Saharan Africa.

How does it work?

• Open the app.
• Enter the promotional code for the city you are in:
• a. Johannesburg and Pretoria: HERITAGE1
• b. Cape Town: HERITAGE2
• c. Durban: HERITAGE3
• Enter your destination among the selectable sites and museums in each city and enjoy two trips at 50% off.

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Starbucks Opens at The Pearls in #Umhlanga @Starbucks_SA #StarbucksSA

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An exciting new Starbucks South Africa experience has been launched at the Pearls in Umhlanga. Widely considered the most prestigious address in KZN, The Pearls luxury boutique mall is a flawlessly iconic slice of the world-famous Golden Coast — a perfect new home for the iconic Starbucks experience.

This pristine new Starbucks boasts a beautifully appointed private patio space with Instagrammable views of the Durban coastal skyline. This exclusively exotic spot is perfumed by Starbucks quality coffee roasts and the refreshing salty scents of the sea for a uniquely memorable world-class social experience with friends and family.

The brand’s wide range of premium coffees, warm and friendly service, the speciality iced Frappuccinos and other iced beverages promise to be a big hit with local and international visitors to this award-winning tourist spot.

The stunning new Starbucks, run by the UK-Starbucks-trained but proudly local Durbanite, Varny Govender, features the full range of Starbucks hot and cold beverages and a selection of delicious treats, including brownies, macaroons, and the famous Chocolate Brownie.

Varny and her team invite customers to visit and enjoy their handcrafted seasonal beverages, including the super-popular Pumpkin Spiced Latte, the indulgently delicious Salted Caramel Latte, crafted from salted caramel-infused milk and espresso shots, or the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, a decadent blend of salted caramel-infused milk and Mocha sauce, topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.

This latest super-stylish Starbucks store is a world-class opportunity to kick back and relax or pull in and work in splendid surroundings brimming with WIFI and plug points. And while you’re there, ask Varny to brew up her personal fav’, “I go for our traditionally brewed filter coffee, simply because of the taste. The superior quality of our coffee is unmatched!”

Did you know?

Starbucks coffee is 99% ethically sourced and accredited by Conservation International under the C.A.F.E. Practices programme. Starbucks is committed to ethically sourcing coffee worldwide and including exceptional coffee from nine countries in Africa – Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya, Burundi, Zambia, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. For more information, visit www.starbucks.co.za.

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Kandasamys: The Wedding @ShowmaxOnline #Comedy #KandasamysTheWedding

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It's the biggest fear of people to create the success of the first book or movie or whatever they excelled in the first part. It takes courage and a lot of faith in one's capabilities to create the same success to be well accepted by the public reading or watching the creation. Keeping up with Kandasamys became South Africa's best picture in terms of showcasing the South African Born Indian community living in Chatsworth, Durban. The second part of the same Kandasamys: The Wedding got released on 18th April 2019 but unfortunately I could not watch the same in the theatres. Showmax has not launched the movie on its online platform and I watched the same yesterday. 

The second part also features the same star cast as it's the continuation of the love story between Prishen (Madhushan Singh) and Jodi (Mishqah Parthiephal) as now the preparations for their wedding is the central theme of the second part and to the main day. As it happens in most families the preparations are the hardest part as the families start preparing for all the arrangements and there will be friction between the groom and the bride's families as they want the best for their kids. 

The father of Prishen is replaced in this movie and the rest of the cast is similar to the first part of the movie. It's been played by Yugan Naidoo as Preggie Naidoo, Shanthi Naidoo is played by Maeshni Naicker. The Kandasamy family is played by Jailoshini Naidoo as Jennifer Kandasamy, Koobeshen Naidoo as Elvis Kandasamy and above all Mariam Bassa as Kaunam 'Aaya' Kandasamy. They all have acted greatly and fit perfectly in their characters. The scene where Aaya uses the Germs mask can be called as the premotion of Covid19 as now everyone is wearing a mask to save themselves. 

As I was expecting a lot from the movie, I was not able to enjoy this part as much as the first part. Some scenes are nice but the overall movie is lacking the feel and vibe of a great script. The director Jayan Moodley tries to showcase the stressing elements in the newlywed's life before the marriage and during the parts of the ceremonies but it was difficult to do in a comical way. The parts between the Rushil Juglall as Arsevan and Tesarnia Oree as Poobasha are totally unnecessary as they are not only boring but brings nothing to the overall comical value in the picture and are totally irritating. 

The locations used from Durban and nearby areas are amazing and I totally loved watching those and some of the places I have missed, I have noted down to see in my next trip to Durban. If you have not been part of the Kandasamy's do bing watch it on Showmax in continuation with the first part on this coming weekend and enjoy the Durban Bunny Chow moments. It won't give you as much pleasure as Hum Aapke Hain Kaun but it's worth your time (127 minutes in total) to attend a local South African Indian Wedding.  RATING 3/5

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Howick Falls in #KwaZuluNatal #SA #PhotoYatra #TheLifesWayCaptures

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Howick Falls is nearly 95m in height and Umgeni River water forms the main source of this fall. The beauty of these falls is amazing and KwaZulu Natal as a province is one of the most beautiful states with all its natural beauty. 

This comes when you are traveling from Johannesburg to Durban via N3 and there is a small detour of around 10km from the main road to get to the inside town of Howick and see this beautiful waterfall. 

This is the only fall where you don't have to walk more than 10-15m to see the same after parking your car. There is plenty of parking for at least 10 cars. 

The viewing area of the falls is right on the edge of the road and can easily be reached by anyone. There is plenty of shops and restaurants around the falls to get cold drinks, beers, etc. 

There are many local shops selling South African cultural key rings, collectibles and merchandise made by the local artists and villagers. 

This falls causes a lot of accidents and many people have died around this falls as you can see there is a community living right near the edges of these falls. Also, many people try to dive into the pool underneath and lost their lives because of hitting the rocks, etc. 

It was really great to visit these falls for the first time and there were free community washrooms that were clean. It was too hot weather when I visited the same and I immediately went to buy the cold drinks at the shop nearby. I also bought a copper bangle for myself to wear every day from the local shops along with some keyrings.

All the photos are taken by Aashish Rai using Canon EOS 100D camera at Howick Falls, South Africa.

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TOP 10 @BOKEHfff Emerging Creative Talent Finalists Announced #bokehfff #bokehfff2019

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The top 10 Bokeh Emerging Creative Talent finalists have announced at the glamorous “Bokeh on Tour” events in Johannesburg and Durban on the 10 and 13 April 2019 respectively.

Over 40 film entries were received from aspirant South African film creatives under the theme “The City Superhero”. The top 10 will go on to compete for the grand prize of R50 000 which will be announced at the sixth edition of the prestigious Bokeh South African International Lifestyle and Fashion Film Festival later this year.

Johannesburg Event

The Johannesburg event took place at The Melrose Gallery in Melrose Arch against the backdrop of the current exhibition; “Out of the Furnace” by Willie Bester and Wolf Werdigier. Also on display was the stunning new Mercedes-Benz CLS 53 Copper Edition and a live shoot of body art painted models by photographer Steve Casting in partnership with Fujifilm. Fujifilm was on hand to loan guests Fuji’s new XT3 Camera systems to shoot with during the evening.

One-man-band-maverick Lonesome Dave Ferguson entertained guests while Segafredo kept those in attendance well fed with a delectable spread of Italian antipasto and gelato. The night also saw the launch of Savanna’s new alcohol-free variant.

The Best Dressed Male and Female were awarded to Peta Eggierth-Symes and Jarred Doyle. Peta’s prize included flights and accommodation to the week-long Bokeh Festival in Cape Town in July, as well as the use of a new Mercedes-Benz model vehicle for the duration of the stay.

Nthabeleng Phora from the Gauteng Film Commission (GFC) announced the five Gauteng finalists and spoke about the GFC partnership going forward with Bokeh.

This year Bokeh also welcomes additional partners; Fitch and Leeds, Skyy Vodka and Pongracz as well as new hair partner Sebastian Professional Hair Products.

Durban Event

The second “Bokeh on Tour” event took place took place at the IBV International Bank Vaults at the Gateway Shopping Centre in Umhlanga. The fountain in the courtyard in front of IBV was transformed into a magical fantasy, as dry ice was added to it and models dressed in Jacques LaGrange Couture gowns were on display within it.

Eight Mercedes-Benz vehicles, ranging from the S600 to the new A-Class, were on display. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class taking pride of place, as it recently won the Autotrader South African Car of the Year award for 2019. The last remaining classic 1938 Roadster was also on display.

As in Joburg a live photo shoot by photographer Steve Casting entertained attendees, this time on top of the brand new Mercedes-Benz CLS 53 Copper Edition and featuring the artistry of make-up artist Dani O’Kane.

Amongst the star-studded celebrities in attendance were; ZEE TV Empress India South Africa 2018, lifestyle blogger/vlogger Ruan Scheepers and Bachelor SA contestant; Michelle Reddy. 

The Best Dressed Male and Female were awarded to Genna-Wae Webster, from fashion label Wae West, and Lunga Magigaba. Both the Joburg and Durban Best Dressed won hampers including Havaianas, MAC and Sebastian Professional products. Genna-Wae Webster’s prize also included flights, accommodation, a Mercedes-Benz vehicle for the week, and tickets to the upcoming Bokeh South African International Lifestyle and Fashion Film Festival in July.

Marketing Director for Mercedes-Benz Cars South Africa, Selvin Govender welcomed the audience while introducing the fleet of vehicles, where after Lazola Dali, the activations manager for Savanna, presented the new variant of Alcohol-Free Savanna as well as Savanna Light to the festive crowd.

Top 10 Bokeh Emerging Creative Talent finalists:

1 - Born to be a Hero

2 - Blackswitch

3 - Myota

4 - Culture is the Real Hero

5 - Beyond Conventions

6 - Children of the Ascended Masters

7 - Boys have Feelings Too

8 - Gcwala

9 - She did that

10 - Skabenjamin

Over 400 general fashion film submissions have been submitted so far and entries can still be submitted for free till the 1 June 2019 via https://www.bokehfestival.co.za/submit/.

The Bokeh South African International Lifestyle and Fashion Film Festival Gala event will take place from 9-18 July 2019 in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. The Judges, talk line-ups, presentations, and locations will be announced at a press event on 6 June 2019 in Cape Town.

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@TsogoSun Commemorates Decades of #Heritage and #Tourism in #Durban

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Renowned as one of South Africa’s top tourism destinations, Durban has long delivered excellence for both holiday and business travel, with golden beaches, a year-round warm climate, a wide range of entertainment options and conference facilities, a diverse and vibrant culture, and world-class accommodation. In honour of Tourism month and Heritage Day in September, Tsogo Sun (https://www.tsogosun.com/) is commemorating its growing investment in the city’s tourism offering over the last five decades.

Tsogo Sun currently boasts seven hotels and two resorts from Umhlanga in the north to uShaka Marine World in the south, as well as the area’s leading entertainment destination, Suncoast (https://www.tsogosun.com/suncoast-casino). The group’s nine properties together offer 1 958 rooms, 13 restaurants, eight bars, and a myriad of other facilities and amenities. For decades, when South Africans think of holidays, Durban is the top of mind city – and Tsogo Sun’s hotels have continued to tick all the boxes for ideal accommodation, the best ocean views, the finest restaurants, and the easiest access to the city’s beautiful beaches.

Tsogo Sun’s Durban heritage began with the opening of the Beverly Hills (https://www.tsogosun.com/beverly-hills) in Umhlanga by Sol Kerzner in 1964. From this, Southern Sun was born in 1969, and in 1971 the group’s first new hotel was built, The Elangeni, on the Durban beachfront, which was followed by the iconic five-star Maharani. In 1981 Umhlanga Sands Hotel was bought and the Southern Sun Timeshare concept was launched, which subsequently included Cabana Beach Resort. Garden Court Marine Parade opened in 1985 with a distinctive art deco feel, and then Garden Court South Beach, previously Malibu Hotel, joined the family. In 2002 the group invested a further R1.4 billion into the Golden Mile – the single largest investment by any private company – with Suncoast Casino, Hotels & Entertainment, adding two hotels (Suncoast Towers and SunSquare Suncoast) and an array of entertainment, retail, gaming, fast-food and restaurant options. The ninth hotel, Garden Court Umhlanga, opened in 2010, and in 2013, Tsogo Sun transformed two of its beachfront hotels into the massive 734-room Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel (https://www.tsogosun.com/southern-sun-elangeni-maharani).

Ravi Nadasen, COO of Tsogo Sun hotels, says, “Tsogo Sun is proud of our position as a key role player in the Durban economy. Our continued investment into our local properties is a reflection of our strong confidence in the area as an attractive leisure and business tourist destination, and in the eThekwini Municipality’s significant efforts to ensure the beachfront promenade is a world-class attraction for local and international travelers.”

Tsogo Sun’s latest investment in Durban is a complete redevelopment of Suncoast at a cost of R1,6 billion, which will be fully completed by end 2018 and includes an additional 8,000 square metres of space, a newly located Salon Privé with sea views, eight new restaurants, retail outlets, casino space, parking, a Barnyard Theatre, and a multi-purpose event venue for up to 2,000 people.

The eThekwini Municipality is also continuing its city improvement projects, which include the Point Waterfront Promenade Extension scheduled for completion in 2019, and a new KwaZulu Cruise Terminal to be constructed in the Port of Durban by end 2020. Apart from its extensive tourism offerings, Durban is South Africa’s third largest city, built around one of the busiest ports in Africa and has the fourth largest harbour in the southern hemisphere, and has earned its reputation as a dynamic mecca of business and industry.

Nadasen adds that the group has recognized the city’s vast potential for growth and is committed to helping the city ensure it achieves its full potential as the best event city in South Africa, offering a rich playground of activities, hospitality, and events. “Our investment in Durban is directly in line with Tsogo Sun’s vision to provide the greatest possible variety of quality hospitality, leisure, gaming, and entertainment experiences at every one of our destinations.”

Philip Sithole, Deputy City Manager Development & Planning says, Tsogo Sun has contributed to changing the Durban skyline through their investment in key strategic tourism products which are key in ensuring that our tourism thrives. “Over the years the economy of Durban has benefited enormously from this partnership as it continues to shape the landscape of the city’s offering whilst complementing our vision of making Durban the must-visit destination.”

Tsogo Sun has a portfolio of over 100 hotels and 13 casino and entertainment destinations throughout South Africa, Africa, and Seychelles. For more details, visit https://www.tsogosun.com, follow on Twitter @TsogoSun or like on Facebook.com/TsogoSun.

 

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@TsogoSun Amashova Durban Classic Launches 160km Route #CycleRace

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South Africa’s oldest classic cycle race, the Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic, has been reinvented with the inclusion of a 160km route for the first time in its history. This year also marks its recognition as a race of international significance, through its inclusion in the Gran Fondo World Tour.

In an announcement made on 11th April 2018 at the Joburg VIP launch of this year’s Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic, Race Director, Annie Batchelder commented, “We are really excited about adding the very challenging 160km route to our already popular 106km, 65km, and 35km race distances. Not only will the Tsogo Sun Amashova be one of the very few races in South Africa to offer this kind of extreme distance, but the hills and the overall profile of the Richmond area will, in its own right, push the limits of the brave cyclists prepared to take on the challenge.”

The new 160km route will have the same starting point as the 106km route in front of Pietermaritzburg’s City Hall but cyclists will do an additional 44km loop via Richmond before re-joining the famous Comrades Marathon route from Pietermaritzburg to Durban.

The announcement that this popular annual Durban-based race will form part of the Gran Fondo World Tour was met with much excitement. According to organizers of the Gran Fondo World Tour, the Tsogo Sun Amashova race will close off the 10-event tour, which takes place over eight months on four continents. The Gran Fondo World Tour offers a substantial prize purse of $25 000. The Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic will also be the first and only race in the prestigious ten race line-up to be hosted in Africa.

“As the title sponsors, we are committed to ensuring that the Tsogo Sun Amashova remains one of the most attractive cycle races, both for South Africans and for avid cyclists beyond our borders. We believe the new 160km route and the Gran Fondo World Tour announcements provide even more reasons for cyclists to enter this challenging and scenic race. These developments are extremely exciting for the City of Durban and the KZN region from a tourism perspective, with the potential to have a positive economic impact on the region,” says Ravi Nadasen, COO of Tsogo Sun hotels.

Batchelder added that apart from these two main announcements, there are several other new developments cyclists and spectators can expect this year. This includes a healthy living and cycling Expo that will see a number of top brands, products, and services showcasing their goods to the public prior to race day. The venue for this year’s race number pick up and late entries have also been changed to the conveniently located Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel on Durban’s beachfront.

 

Although the Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic is regarded by competitive cyclists as an important event on their cycling calendar, it’s also gained a reputation as a wonderful event for social cyclists. Entries are open to anyone with a bike. Tailored corporate and charity packages are available and for more information contact can be made with melissa@amashova.co.za.

One of the much-loved aspects of the race that hasn’t changed is the full road closure on one of the most picturesque and challenging routes from Pietermaritzburg to Durban. The day will also still lend itself to the overall enjoyment of cyclists and spectators alike with fantastic food and festivities to be had on the route as well as live music and an array of food stalls offered post-race on the Suncoast Casino Hotels & Entertainment lawns.

For more information or to enter the Tsogo Sun Amashova Durban Classic, go to www.shova.co.za.

 

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@DEFY_SA Believes In Better For #SouthAfrica #FutureLegends #FCBarcelona

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DEFY has always been a brand that is deeply committed to enriching the lives of South African people, with a particular passion for uplifting the nation’s youth. To commemorate DEFY’s historic campaign partnership with FC Barcelona, South Africa’s number one appliance brand plans to change the lives of three local learners through their Future Legends initiative. In order to invest in South African talent and create an unforgettable experience for three lucky learners, the search is on for South Africa’s next football legend in Durban, East London, and Johannesburg.

This initiative is spearheaded by footballing legend and Kaizer Chiefs alum, Jimmy Tau. Over three months, Jimmy Tau will be hosting coaching clinics at three provincial schools to assess the skills of aspiring soccer youths, as well as address the learners participating to motivate them to have their sporting dreams become a reality. The selected schools will initiate their own #FutureLegends day, where the school's sports facilitator will host a playoff or heats in age groups from 10 to 13. The criteria for selection will be guided by Jimmy and his team. One future legend will be selected from each province, and together they will be placed in a one-year incubation program to further develop their skills.

This is where these future legends’ lives become truly exciting. Once the incubation program has kicked off, these three rising stars will be flown off to Spain to watch FC Barcelona play a Champions League match live. The three finalists will also have the opportunity to be flown to Johannesburg to spend the day with Jimmy Tau and experience behind the scenes of SuperSport. The journaling of these aspiring soccer stars will be documented via video diary so that everyone may share in their excitement.

According to Cherisse Erwee, the Head of Marketing for DEFY South Africa, this initiative believes that it is this commitment to the local heritage that has made DEFY the well-loved brand it is today. “It is of huge importance that DEFY, as an organization, consistently gives back to our communities. Our ethos as a brand is to create happy, healthy and sustainable lives through constant innovation, and empowering and uplifting our youth is just one of the ways that we aim to achieve this goal.”

Watch DEFY make dreams become a reality by following the hashtag #FutureLegends. The winners will be announced in August.

To find out more about Defy go to www.defy.co.za, or follow on Facebook www.facebook.com/DefySouthAfrica/, Twitter twitter.com/defy_sa, Instagram instagram.com/defysa/ where they keep consumers abreast of all the new and exciting projects they are part of.

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Soulfood, Taste Explorations, Pop-Up Fun and More @OysterBox #UmhlangaRocks

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Join The Oyster Box in the Palm Court from 1st to 31st July (18h00-21h30), for Christmas in July, for a pop-up dining experience featuring classic American dishes. Enjoy a Bulleit Bourbon cocktail on arrival, followed by a set starter and dessert and choice main course. Price is R390 per person.

Tip your race hat to Lady Luck and stop by the lobby on your way out to the big race for a pre-Durban July tipple. Our Gin Pop-up is complimentary.

Enjoy The Oyster Box's Indian Ocean views while tucking into a succulent Sunday Roast Sharing Platter with all the trimmings. Served on the Ocean Terrace every Sunday for dinner or lunch in July (lamb), August (chicken) and September (beef). Price is R420 per platter for two people.

Join them on the 8th July for an educational and insightful evening on the art of drinking whiskey with our Glenmorangie Dinner. This Scottish whiskey tasting journey encompasses a three-course menu paired with single malt Whiskies in the Colony Room from 19h00-23h00. Price is R650 per person.

On 28th August from 18h30-22h30, hone those cooking skills or learn something new with our popular Asian Master Class. A fabulous evening of cooking, curries, sauces, noodle dishes and stir fries await. All things Asian, this evening includes a three-course dinner showcasing some of the dishes from the class. Price is R850 per person.

Back by popular demand, we will be hosting a monthly Dinner Dance in the famous Grill Room on the 29th July, 26th August and 30th September starting from 18h30.. Enjoy Grill Room favourites and dance the night away, with music by Wallace Nock. Price is R590 per person for three-course dinner.

Arriba!! August is party time with our Mexican Fiesta from 18h30-21h30 each evening. Gather your amigos and make your way to the Palm Court for a pop-up Mexican dining experience to remember. Enjoy an arrival cocktail followed by a set starter, choice main course and set dessert. Price is R390 per person.

Join The Oyster Box for Cognac in the Colony Room on the 5th August! This insightful evening will take you on a French journey discovering the nuances of Hennessy, the world’s most popular Cognac. The Hennessy Pairing Dinner includes a three-course menu and an informative talk on the world’s largest Cognac producer. Price is R650 per person.

Celebrate Women’s Day on the 9th August with our Bubbles and Brie cheese-themed high tea buffet from14h30-17h00, along with our most famous sweet treats. Paired with a couple of glasses of sparkling wine, this Women’s Day at The Oyster Box will be a lovely afternoon treat for the ladies. Price is R450 per person.

‘Put (a) Spring in your step’ on the 1st September with our Decleor Spring Brunch (10h00-13h00). All our glamourous guests will take away a goodie bag, with chances to win amazing prizes, spa vouchers and two Decleor hampers. Don your best Spring hat and you could win yourself a luxurious overnight stay at The Oyster Box. Don’t miss it!! Price is R490 per person.

Tapas, tortillas, gazpacho and empanadas! Brace yourself for the Spanish Inquisition and pop in for a pop-up dining experience with a welcome cocktail followed by authentic Spanish-style food. Taking place each evening in September from 18h00-21h30 in the Palm Court, price is R390 per person.

Taste a little bit of history this Heritage Day with our Heritage Day High Tea. On Sunday 24th and Monday 25th September, our nostalgic South African-inspired journey into the past is a ‘sweet treat’ with syrupy koeksisters, creamy melktert and rich malva pudding are all on the menu, while a savoury balance of imfino, putu bites and ujeqe hit the spot. Price is R450 per person and High Tea runs from 14h30-17h00.

The famous Curry Masterclass, taking place on the 29th September from 18h00-22h00, puts participants through their paces on how to use traditional and modern Indian cooking methods to make a range of samoosa’s, curries, sambals and accompaniments. A three-course dinner, showcasing some of the dishes explored in the class, finishes the evening perfectly. Price is R850 per person.

EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES
The hottest spot in town, The Oyster Box offers live entertainment every day of the week. The Lighthouse Bar is open daily for cocktails and snacks, with live music on Thursday and Friday evenings from18h30 - 21h30. Sit back and enjoy live music each evening (18h30 - 21h30) from Monday to Friday, in The Oyster Bar.

On The Ocean Terrace, popular Wallace Nock does the honours on Saturdays from 12h00 - 15h00 and new arrival, the velvet-voiced Eric Canham, from 12h00 -15h00 on Sundays. An a la carte menu as well as the popular Curry Buffet is served in this casual venue and it’s the perfect spot for breakfast and sundowners.

SPICE IT UP!
“You can’t say you’ve had a curry if you haven’t tried a Durban curry,” says The Oyster Box’s Executive Chef, Kevin Joseph. The incredible Curry Buffet offers a wide selection of curries and condiments, with something to suit every palate. Set in the casual, Mediterranean-inspired Ocean Terrace, with gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean, our delicious Tandoori Chicken and impressive selection of curries includes meat, fish and vegetarian options. Using delicate blends of spices and fresh herbs, each curry is a masterpiece in itself. Time: Lunch: 12h00 – 15h00 | Dinner: 18h00 – 22h00

TRADITIONAL HIGH TEA
Our legendary tea table is laden with sumptuous treats, from freshly baked scones, pastries and quiches, to exotic cakes, finger sandwiches and savories. Inspired by the hotel’s colonial atmosphere and the accompaniment of our pianist, The Palm Court provides the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Booking is essential.
Time: 14h30 – 17h00 daily

THE CHEF’S TABLE
If you’re a foodie or looking for something extraordinary for a special event or occasion, join Executive Chef Kevin Joseph and members of his culinary team at The Chef’s Table in The Oyster Box Kitchen. Available for bookings from Sunday to Thursday, savour one of the delicious 5-course menus for between six and ten people.
Time: Sunday – Thursday / Dinner only
Price: R1500 per person

OYSTER, SALMON & SUSHI BAR
With its long marble bar a focal point, the Oyster, Salmon & Sushi Bar is a popular meeting place with patrons for live music and cocktails. From Monday to Friday 12noon to 20h00, diners can choose from a selection of Sushi, fresh Oysters, home-cured Salmon, inspired Asian Tacos, Asian Prawn Cocktail and delicious Prawns and Crayfish. Items from the a la carte Seafood Menu may be ordered individually…. accompanied by a glass of delicious ‘Bubbly or one of our signature cocktails.

GIFT EXPERIENCE VOUCHERS: THE IDEAL GIFT
The gift vouchers are perfect for all occasions. Choose from a tempting selection of experiences including food and wine discovery evenings, traditional afternoon teas, rejuvenating spa treatments or a monetary voucher to spend while visiting the hotel. Purchase online or at the hotel, vouchers may be emailed or sent beautifully presented to the recipient by post.

- Restaurant and High Tea reservations - Tel: +27 (0) 31 514 5018 • Email: restaurants@oysterbox.co.za
- Spa reservations - Tel: +27 (0) 31 514 5072 • Email: spa@oysterbox.co.za
- Accommodation reservations - Tel: +27 (0) 31 514 5000 • Email: reservations@oysterbox.co.za

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