After having a gps meltdown and having to use good old maps, I finally found this little spot right behind Wonderers Stadium! Despite being in a good location, it’s slightly outshone by ‘Vodoo Lily Cafe’ which is just 2 doors down and was packed when I walked by. We sat inside and did not even realise,… Continue reading Arbour Cafe & Courtyard, Illovo
Tapas = Chaos! I did not know that this beautifully set restaurant even existed until 2 weeks ago, when trying to find a place for friends coming from out of town. It is tucked away on the bottom floor of the Post Office Centre in Illovo. I just loved the decor and set-up and there are… Continue reading Escondidos, Illovo
Open to the public from Thursday – Sunday, this rooftop bar is situated in Maboneng at 20 Kruger Street, just off the well-known Fox Street. Thursdays and Fridays have no cover charge but for the popular Sunday get together, entry will set you back R50. Booking a table in advance is also an option but that… Continue reading The Living Room, Maboneng
What an awesome little breakfast outing to go and try The Whippet! They are closed on a Sunday so Saturday’s are a bit chaotic and you will definitely be put on a waiting list when you arrive, so brace yourself for a 20 minute wait. What’s nice though, is that it gave us time to… Continue reading The Whippet, Linden
What could be better than a mid-week outing to eat the most delicious dim sum? Word is clearly reaching the crowds because every table was booked out for their dim sum, Tuesday special and it’s no wonder when you get 10 pieces for R80. Located in the most unassuming centre on Barry Hertzhog, this is the… Continue reading The Good Luck Club, Emmarentia
After much contemplation on which restaurant to visit in Maboneng, I settled on this little spot. There’s something magical about Maboneng, this little piece of happiness surrounded by a more daunting part of Joburg. Mama Mexicana is located on the well-known Fox Street and is neighbours to the ‘Arts on Main’ market. The decor is really simple,… Continue reading Mama Mexicana, Maboneng
I have wanted to try this spot for ages and finally got to go on Friday evening with a group of girlfriends.. The decor, although typically Greek, came across as a little ‘tired’ and I was not crazy about it. Having said that though, I could imagine that there would be many similarly decorated places in… Continue reading Parea, Illovo
So we ended off 2015 with quite a bang as December is the month of birthdays and functions! No complaints though as I love being busy and it was a good opportunity to try some great ‘new’ spots.. I was absolutely spoilt with a surprise dinner for my birthday and for a large group of… Continue reading Salsa Mexican Grill, Fourways
Gemelli: A type of pasta that derives from the Italian word for twins. This newly opened Italian gem is heading for great success! The enthusiasm of the staff and everyone involved is clearly evident as the week-old restaurant gets its wings and takes flight. It is well… Continue reading Gemelli, Bryanston
So last week’s challenge was to find a good restaurant for a very informal bachelorette, for 10 friends, in the Bryanston area. There aren’t a shortage of places around but it needed to be different to the rest, something special, with a bit of a vibe. After an easy online booking made on Tuesday (this place seems… Continue reading LBV Bistro & Wine Bar, Bryanston
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