Chocolate is the star of the show among the sweet treats set out by the ladies of Chocola.j. ZAZA MOTHA A shared love of chocolate saw Nelia de Carvalho Smee and Claudia Lucas come up with the idea for Chocola.j, their Northcliff store, which they say is “all about chocolate, pastry and pleasure”. “Chocolaj is a Mayan word that refers to ‘drinking chocolate together’ and we felt it was the perfect name for our store,” says Nelia. The two chocolate fans originally met eight years ago and reconnected on Facebook two years ago when Nelia was working in the UK…
Savour the tranquil pace of this Waterberg bush lodge ZAZA MOTHA[wp_gmaps lat=”-24.29486″ lng=”28.107555″]Jembisa lodge in the Waterberg region of Limpopo Province is a bush home away from home,…
Joburg’s Illovo is quite the foodie hub of late. By Lisa van der Knaap[wp_gmaps lat=”-26.128355″ lng=”28.050799″]There are the ‘old favourites’ that we keep going back for and a number of delicious new additions that you’ll want to try out – all within a few kilometres of each other… BEST FOR… A CELEBRATION Assaggi, Post Office Centre, 30 Rudd Road, Illovo, 011-268-1370 From a humble trattoria with a few chairs outside to being one of Joburg’s culinary landmarks, the restaurant is renowned for its Italian traditional and fine-dining dishes. Fresh pasta is made daily and their signature dish, Brie and asparagus…
From the majestic Arabian horses to mountain vistas that stretch forever, Pakamisa Lodge and Game Reserve offers a tranquil escape to the top of the world ZAZA MOTHA[wp_gmaps…
The Gorge private game lodge and spa in KZN will take your breath away ZAZA MOTHA[wp_gmaps lat=”-30.717636″ lng=”30.207725″]WHERE IS IT? The Gorge Private Game Lodge and Spa is cradled on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast overlooking the Oribi Gorge. It is only 32km from Port Shepstone and about a two-hour drive from King Shaka International Airport. WHY GO THERE? Firstly for the view and scenery. I almost cried when I saw this breath-taking gorge. Okay, I did cry. Then I just stood there for a while in amazement. Secondly for the food, and thirdly for the spa treatments, the accommodation, impeccable service……
Skip the Oriental Plaza and head straight to Fordsburg’s Mint Street for authentic Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi cuisine. Just leave room for the sweetmeats… Tabitha Lasley[wp_gmaps lat=”-26.206159″ lng=”28.023119″]For…
Vast stretches of sugar cane may have given way to retail development and exclusive housing estates, but KZN’s Umhlali maintains its appeal with great foodie haunts and things to see and buy…Tracy Gielink[wp_gmaps lat=”-29.482419″ lng=”31.233358″]Best for casual dining MANGE TOUT (98 DUNKIRK ESTATE, 1 SALT ROCK ROAD, SALT ROCK, 032-525-7803) Essentially a club house for eco-estate dwellers, Mange Tout is also a superstylish respite for outside diners. The sign of civilised society is an all-day breakfast with chef-patron Jacqui Rey’s classics such as Eggs Benedict or scrambled eggs with truffles. Light lunches include homemade fish cakes with Hollandaise sauce, while…
For an alternative bush experience, Marataba luxury tented camp is a special blend of romance, modern design and trendy gourmet fare ROSANNE BUCHANAN[wp_gmaps lat=”-24.427771″ lng=”27.58667″]WHERE IS IT? In…
The Free State town of Clarens has emerged as a destination for foodies and lovers of the good life. F&HE shares top restaurants to eat, places to shop and stay and things to do.Zaza Motha[wp_gmaps lat=”-28.513802″ lng=”28.417683″]278 on Main For the best burger in town, head straight for 278 on Main in the heart of Clarens. Owned by Sue Campbell, it’s a great place to spoil your taste buds. Try the minced lamb or chicken burger with a hearty portion of crisps. Also worth a mention is the ostrich carpaccio served with ciabatta, salsa and a balsamic glaze, as well as the baked Camembert with chives, garlic and white wine…