Spoon has come a long way since my first visit when I wound my way through the hills of Hillcrest / Assagay to visit the newest eatery with renowned food critic and good friend, Ingrid Shevlin. The restaurant was serving just pizzas and a very small selection of specials and had been set up by chef Jenna Hayes and her
Arriving at Cafe Sparrow, Gillitts, KZN If, like me, you enjoy taking a break with friends or even meeting a client away from a bustling and very noisy mall environment, then this one is for you. I admit that a friend and I found Café Sparrow by mistake whilst filling out a list of photographs for a Guide to Good
O&A enjoyed a leisurely Sunday lunch at the Italian dining in Hillcrest It is rare to find true Italian dining in Africa, let alone Durban, so a laid-back Sunday lunch at the San Guiseppe Pizzeria and Trattoria was a good way to not only celebrate a family birthday but try out a venue that we had not yet visited. To
Out & About visited Skyline Salt Rock, one of the overall winners of the KZN Battle of he Beans competition Skyline Coffee Salt Rock, located in the Sage Centre, serves great coffee, together with light meals, pastries and cakes. Like most pukka coffee spots, it is well hidden in a busy spot and exactly where most locals gravitate for everything
Veteran chef-restaurateur and owner of Durban’s Glenwood Bakery, Adam Robinson, has teamed up with local photographer-designer Roger Jardine to create A Book About Pastries, a culinary masterpiece that allows this Durban dough guru to give the French a pasting, unlock the secrets of croissant-making, pie baking and the art of tarts and even supply tips on ganja edibles… Admit it,
The Great South African Braai Debate: Meat, Fish, Veggie, and Gluten-Free. They all deserve their time in the sun – but can they afford to compete without their trusty side-kicks on the table? According to Franschhoek’s All Sorts cookbook author and home-chef, Chantal Lascaris, a braai is not a braai until you add the right side salad. Ah, the braai
If you’re feeling the winter chills, turn to the Danish concept of hygge to create a cozy, warm atmosphere and enjoying the simple pleasures of life … including rooibos As winter sets in, many people around the world are turning to the Danish concept of hygge to find comfort and joy during the colder months. Hygge, pronounced “hoo-gah,” is all
Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, is your home-away-from-home. Not only does is it offer breathtaking views, fabulous food and luxury accommodation, but the gardens leave guests inspired, ready to transform their own when getting back home. Not only are the gardens pristine, colourful and beautiful to look at, but they are
Rooibos and chocolate pairings to delight your senses this Easter Make this Easter a feast for the senses by elevating your celebrations with a decadent Rooibos and chocolate tasting. Pairing tea or herbal tisanes with chocolate is a culinary delight, which can help to unlock the more subtle flavours and aromas that you might not pick up when you enjoy
The Granny Mouse team shares some ideas about enjoying good fare as summer draws to an end in the KZN Midlands Light eating goes hand in hand with making the most of summer. This is the season for creative salads, cold summer soups and nutritious smoothies. As the long hot days continue into the beginnings of Autumn, it is important
Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, with its serene and picturesque location along the Lions River, is known for its beautiful garden setting and fabulous food offered in the Bistro and superb Eaves restaurants. General Manager, Sean Granger, says that many guests tell them that, on returning home, they feel inspired by the gourmet offering and even begin transforming their
Spice Up your Winter Pantry and Power Up Your Immunity for the Flu Season The chilly season is well and truly here and there’s still a few more cold snaps to be expected before we can look forward to the prospect of warmer weather! So, what better time to unleash the full potential of your winter pantry and strengthen your
