Browsing: Food & Wine

When food is made from ingredients fresh from the land and made for the love of it – it just…

Mexican food is ideal for a casual dinner party with friends – easy to prepare, full of flavour and looks good. So go on … give it a go.

April’s new moon saw the opening of Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine in Hilton KwaZulu-Natal – and the realisation of Jackie’s dream.

2015 is set to be the year of Middle Eastern flavours.

Thula Thula Private Game Reserve is a natural haven at the forefront of the fight against poaching. Head up north to experience it for yourself.

David Wightman puts his superb new Subaru Forester through its paces while visiting a magnificent beach venue at Ponta D’Ouro.

Doody Adams explores the Thanda Game Reserve in the heart of Zululand.

Join The Sunflower Fund for a morning of fashion and fun on Friday 10 October at The Square Boutique Hotel & Spa Conference Centre.

There’s something fun and sassy about street food – be it a designer sandwich, ice cream that’s actually good for you or a coffee you’ll leave home for. If you’re in the mood for a quick bite, here’s a taste of what’s popping up around town

Food-lovers are in for a treat with a festival of flavour at the 2014 Taste of Durban, from 25 to 27 July

The inaugural Tops at Spar KwaMashu Wine Festival, based on similar events in Soweto and Gugulethu, will kick off from 25 to 26 July.

The inaugural Tops at Spar KwaMashu Wine Festival, based on similar events in Soweto and Gugulethu, will kick off from 25 to 26 July.

Fresh, local produce is the name of the game for The Oyster Box when they host their KZN Food Heroes Dinner on 23 July.

Take the opportunity to have a look around the stunning grounds of Camp Orchards and enjoy a day of outdoor entertainment for the whole family

The Mr Price Pro Ballito Beach Festival promises yet another year of great entertainment, sports and music.

Soft, feminine, plummy, Christmas cake – alluring qualities used to describe the perfect Merlot

See the Kearsney College Choir in action before they depart for the World Choir Games in Latvia.

Celebrate Father’s Day at the Cargo Hold Restaurant at uShaka, with a variety of meal options to choose from.

Chris Black of Bellevue Cafe and Lupa Osteria shares the recipe for his father’s favourite breakfast treat – Eggs Benedict. Make this simple dish to treat any of your loved ones this Father’s Day

Dates for The Wine Show 2014 have been announced, with the event set to take place at Durban’s Suncoast from 5 to 7 June.

Dates for The Wine Show 2014 have been announced, with the event set to take place at Durban’s Suncoast from 5 to 7 June.

Over the weekend, visitors to the Pavilion were treated to a world of delectable food. See who was there

I love meals that can be prepared in one pot. Besides the added attraction of very little to clean up,…

Gorgeous people, great food, good music and prizes galore – sounds like the kind of fun you’d expect at a glamorous ball!

The Horse and Wine Festival takes place this weekend at the Durban Shongweni Club and promises to be both a fun and stylish function.

Street food holds a special place in the culinary world, combining the latest trends with old favourites. Bring it into your home with a delicious porchetta

Treat your friends and family to a delicious smoked salmon canape. This recipe was created by chef Chris Roberts of Roots at Waterfall SUPERSPAR

Light and delicious, your friends will be so impressed that you made your own jam! With this recipe by chef Chris Roberts, it’s so easy

This delicious canape recipe by chef Chris Roberts is simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion

In Europe many Easter traditions are closely linked with the arrival of spring, an annual promise of new life and all the delicious bounties that come with it. This, coupled with the fact that many Christians would fast or refrain from eating certain foods leading up to Easter, made Easter Sunday a particularly important day for family gatherings where traditional dishes were part of the celebrations.

Decorex Durban is offering so much more than just décor and design in 2014 – there will be a great selection of food too!

Enjoy a delicious taste experience at the KWV Gourmet Market at Decorex Durban from 20 to 23 March with great food and drink pairings on offer.

Enjoy a beautiful day at the historical Crowhurst Lodge from 28 to 30 March 2014, with trade stalls, a fashion show and daily cooking demonstrations.

Join Hans Astrom for a night of great food and wine at the Beverly Hills Hotel on Thursday 20 February.

Roses and chocolates are the norm for Valentine’s Day, but if you’re wanting to pull out all the stops and impress that special lady in your life, good food and love have always had a cosy relationship. To all the men out there planning something sensational to celebrate the day of love, here’s a Valentine menu that’s easy, stress-free, and sure to leave a lasting impression

Two contrasting but wonderful markets will kick off the New Year in Durban – one a deli-styled morning market and the other a vibrant night market.

Enjoy a beautiful day at the historical Crowhurst Lodge from 28 to 30 March 2014, with trade stalls, a fashion show and daily cooking demonstrations.

The 30th Celebration of the Rotary Club of Kloof’s Durban Pops was a glamorous occasion, with 790 guests thoroughly embracing the evening’s Great Gatsby theme.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with your kids at the Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Show on Thursday 28 November.

Alan Tyrer may be all the way in Afghanistan but that didn’t stop him from reaching out to those in need with ECR’s Toy Story With Game campaign.

Upmarket Umhlanga, Durban’s hottest new family-friendly, weather-unaffected market, will launch at the Umhlanga Centre parking area on 1 December.

Don’t miss the latest issue of The Ridge proudly featuring the majestic Investec building on the cover

The Craft Republic Festival will showcase a magnificent range of craft beers that will surely have something for everyone.

Take part in Yuppiechef.com’s latest innovation, a free online cooking course with renowned foodie and TV personality Sarah Graham.

Make the wishes of a senior citizen come true by donating to The Robin Hood Foundation’s Bless a Granny & Grandpa campaign.

If you’re a motorcyclist who loves to ride, do so for a good cause by supporting The Sunflower Fund at the Bikers 4 Bandanas Breakfast Run.

Help raise awareness about breast cancer by supporting the Beverly Hills Ladies Luncheon on Thursday 17 October.

The Highway Hospice is back with their annual Fete and Fun Day, with plenty of useful and interesting items for you to buy!

The KZN Military Tattoo is back for another year of the best military culture and music, at the Natal Mounted Rifles in Durban.

The Spars of the Highway area recently donated R50 000 to the Shongweni K9 Unit, in recognition of the fantastic work done by them.

A prayer vigil and protest action against the heavy vehicles using Fields Hill is planned for Saturday 14 September, at the site of the recent accident.

Enjoy an evening of delicious food and quality wines with Kloof Conservancy and Richdens at the 14th Annual Food & Wine Evening on Friday 13 September.

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The latest isssue of The Ridge is out today

Achieve your dream garden, with over 30 000 indigenous plants to choose from at the 15th Annual Indigenous Plant Fair from 7 to 8 September.

With only a couple of weeks before ECR Durban Day, be sure to purchase your tickets soon to avoid missing out on this fantastic music event!

Get involved in the fight against HIV/AIDS by attending the annual update ceremonial of the Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust on Thursday 29 August.

Sma Mbatha is the first celebrity to win her cook off at Gateway’s Celebrity Chef Showdown, with four contests still to go!

Catch the Pink Phoenix Spring Fashion Show to see the work of some truly talented designers and support a good cause!

Jacqui Trinder and her guests enjoyed a fabulous dinner with a host of celebrities at the Sugar Club restaurant.

Bavarian brews, bratwurst and lederhosen… It’s time for the Tops at Spar Bierfest 2013!

The Good Food & Wine Show runs from today until Sunday at the Durban Exhibition Centre

The festival of food continues this winter, with the Good Food and Wine Show coming to Durban from 8 to 11 August

The Three Ctities Royal palm Hotel is hosting a special Ladies Night on Wednesday 7 August in aid of Reach for a Dream.

The countdown to the Durban Good Food and Wine Show has begun – featuring celebrity chefs, Spekko Spice Table, Woolworths’ Little Chefs Kitchen and more!

Get set for a festival of film, art, music and great food – all at the beautiful Makaranga Garden Lodge from 2 August

For busy families wanting to unwind before heading back to work and school on Mondays, here’s the perfect solution to suit the whole family.

Glamour, great food and good laughs, book your tickets for the Jes Foord Foundation’s New Beginnings Ball, sponsored by Netcare, taking place on 2 August

Sporting legends showed their support for the ConquerKili campaign by climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro.

We’ve just come back from the holiday of a lifetime. We took a slow boat to China … then Japan … then South Korea … back to China … and then climbed the Great Wall and viewed the Terracotta Soldiers, two wonders of the world we can strike off our bucket list. What a trip.

Living on the East Coast has many advantages – year-round sunshine, the warmth of the Indian Ocean, a lifestyle that’s relaxed and laid back, and a kitchen full of foodie delights to tickle our tastebuds. A quick look at our city’s short, colourful history, coupled with our geographical fortunes, makes for a unique gastro heritage – right on our doorstep.

Wine connoisseurs, it’s that time of year again! KZN’s oldest wine festival brings you a wide range of every varietal, plus those legendary show specials

“His and Hirsch’s” is a gorgeously illustrated book by company MD Richard and his wife Simone.

Show off your curry-making skills and win a trip to India with the Durban Good Food and Wine Show.

The Mercury Wine Week boasts the largest selection of Cape wines under one roof

The Pick ‘n Pay Taste of Durban will take place from 26 to 28 July at Suncoast, showcasing some of Durban’s best restaurants and chefs

The Crescent will be hosting its annual doggie fun day, Pooch meets Play, on Saturday 20 July between 10am and 1pm.

Experience something truly unique – browse exquisite local products and enjoy something to eat at this beautiful venue

With delicious food and a terrific vibe, this Hillcrest favourite just keeps getting better!

The Pick ‘n Pay Taste of Durban will take place from 26-28 July at Suncoast, showcasing some of Durban’s best restaurants and chefs.