DINING: With a healthy dash of spice and more than a touch of class, Kashmir in Umhlanga is definitely the place to be. Located opposite the Beverly Hills it’s in the perfect position just a quick stroll from your early evening cocktail venue.
Kashmir offers both North and South Indian cuisine, including curries, breyanis, tandooris, kebabs and seafood. Customers can request how they want their curries to be prepared, from mild to extra hot. Expert chefs from both India and South Africa ensure all spices are freshly ground and mixed. There are plenty of vegetarian options available on this extensive menu, including a varied list of vegetarian curries. And of course there are soups, Indian breads, salads, rice delicacies and desserts available. Tel: 031 561 7486/7
DRINKING: Why not try the Chukka Bar at The Oyster Box? The Chukka Bar is colonial at its best, themed with pictures and memorabilia from the polo world. Wood panelling, walls painted deep red, sip a whiskey or puff on a Cuban cigar. It’s pure luxury.
Lean back in luxurious leather chairs and sofas or prop yourself up at the beautiful bar. 031 514 5000
FOR ENTERTAINMENT: We recommend the classy and super-consistent Barnyard Theatre at Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Catch the show All You Need is Love, a celebration of the Fab Four, one of the UK’s greatest ever exports. The Beatles is the best-selling musical act of all time, by 1985 having sold more than one billion albums worldwide; Lennon and McCartney are the most successful song writing partnership of all time; and Yesterday is the most covered song in the history of popular music. Come along and see what real music is all about. Until July 11.