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  • Carol Clark Secretaries Day High Tea at The Oyster Box

    Durban fashion leader and designer Carol Clark and The Oyster Box, make this a day to remember for secretaries, PA’s and all those unsung heroes who work behind the scenes to keep our corporate world running like clockwork. Relax on The Ocean Terrace veranda, with tea stands served at your table, as you take in […] More

  • Wine O’Clock Hits KZN

    The Mercury Wine Week is KZN’s largest and longest standing wine show. In its 36th year, this sumptuous event has wine lovers from across the province thirsty for the illustrious array of Cape grapes. Hundreds of wines from the vineyards of the West will be exhibited under one roof and tasted by East Coast wine lovers and learners. Unlimited […] More

  • Wine & Dine Evening at Bellevue Cafe with De Grendel Wines

    Do you love dining? Do you love wining? Then Bellevue Cafe in Hillcrest have something very special for you. They have invited De Grendel Wine Estate to host one of their famous wine & dine evenings at the restaurant on Monday, the 18th of August. The evening will start at 19h00, where you will be […] More

  • Spice and Wine with the expert Katinka van Niekerk at Jeera Restaurant

    Indian Food has such complex flavours and tastes, that pairing a good wine can be quite a challenge. Everyone knows the old rule of pairing meat with red wine and fish with white wine. Not only is this rule being challenged daily, but it also doesn’t even remotely cover the wide of range of cuisines […] More

  • KZN Food Heroes star at The Oyster Box

    On 23 July, The Oyster Box will host a KZN Food Heroes Dinner in the Pearl Room, to salute the artisan food produced in our province. Every item on the menu has been sourced from a local producer, who is a master at their craft and understands intimately, the raw materials with which they work. KwaZulu-Natal is […] More

  • Bouchard Finlayson’s ‘Tutored tasting at The Oyster Box

    Vintage ‘highlights’ from Bouchard Finlayson’s Sauvignon blanc’s, Pinot noir’s, Hannibal red blend and Chardonnays will be paired with some delectable canapés at The Oyster Box Hotel on Monday the 7th July.  This is one of those tastings that cannot be missed by the wine-enthusiast. Renowned Winemaker Peter Finlayson leads the tasting as knowledge is shared and these wines explored […] More

  • Wine and Dine Evening at Cosmopolitan Restaurant

    What could be better than a night spend in great company, with the ambiance of live entertainment from Bruce Eaves and a scrumptious meal perfectly paired with a selection of fine wines? Join Cosmopolitan Restaurant at the Three Cities Square Boutique Hotel & Spa on the 26th of June, for their incredible wine tasting evening, […] More

  • The Wine Show 2014

    There’s nothing better than an amazing glass of wine to make everything right with the world (especially when it’s a little cold outside) – and this winter, The Wine Show in Durban will not disappoint. Bringing together some of the best wine producers from around the country under one roof, you’ll be spoilt for choice […] More

  • High Tea at The Saint James on Venice

    The St James’  sumptuous high tea is becoming very well-known to locals and guests will be delighted by the wide range of confectionary treats on offer. The menu below is available for R120 per person. Booking is essential. High Tea in Durban High Tea Menu at The Saint James on Venice Red Velvet Cupcakes Lamingtons […] More

  • Pop-up Events at The Oyster Box

    A series of Pop-up Events will be held in the hotel lobby at The Oyster Box over the next few months. All Pop-up Events are open to the public and take place in the Hotel Lobby from 14:00-17:00. On 9 May, join Grill Room Maître‘d, Hendry Pakiri will demonstrates his skill as a master Crepe maker,when he presents […] More

  • Bubbly Festival at Bellevue Cafe

    Chris Black and Guy Cluver have taken this once vague coffee shop and turned it into a thriving restaurant. Bellevue Café has attracted quite the following in Kloof, with its focus based on simple flavourful and fresh cooking, good service and good value. There’s an arty feel to Bellevue Café, a modern spacious and contemporary eatery that’s consistently lively and […] More

  • Grand Lupa Birthday Feast

    Join Lupa Osteria on Wednesday 5th March for a Grand Lupa Birthday Feast. On this evening they are transforming Lupa into their version of a Italian backyard party, pushing tables together and lowering social inhibition by inviting you and yours to come dine alongside them and theirs. Inspired by some of the restaurants and lifestyle […] More