Browsing: Food & Wine

Leave your stresses and strains behind and enjoy a blissful break at Thonga Beach Lodge on the north coast

As Pinetown’s legendary jazz hub celebrates its 30th birthday, owners Neil and Nicola Comfort take a walk down memory lane

Bright as a sari and so delicious you can’t help going back for more! Try Jacqui Rey’s take on the traditional chocolate cake

Here’s our throw-tradition-to-the-wind blueprint for a care-free, easy-going (and easy does it), lunch. Pop the corks and let’s party!

Looking for a quick and delicious starter for Christmas Day? Try this prawn wrap and dips, developed by Jacqui Rey

Tour the harbour, enjoy fresh seafood and shop for genuine African curios at Wilson’s Wharf

Paradise has a contender to the title… Thonga Beach Lodge, right here on the KZN North Coast. Claire Veitch investigates.

Spoil your friends and family with this irresistible cake with a touch of mango – the king of fruit!

A light and oh-so-local salad that’s packed with flavour, but elegant enough for any dinner party

Here’s a list of some of the most decadent, the most delicious and most forbidden things this festive season.

Ali Bacher joined Alexander Forbes in donated R150 000 to a school in Durban south, providing desperately needed support

People across the region are enjoying their end-of-year festivities, with a little help from the community

The proudly KZN Food Market at the Hellenic Community Centre is hosting a Christmas Night Market on Tuesday, December 22 from 4pm.

uShaka Marine World will welcome two home grown superstars to the Wet ‘n Wild venue on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 – Kurt Darren and Bobby van Jaarsveld.

Danielle Sheedy feasts on some of the food winners which guarantee healthy, happy eating.

Andrew Draper brings us this sensational take on a spectacular summer salad. All ingredients from Pick n Pay.

A selection of social pictures from the 31 Club Annual Sleeping Member’s Bridge Drive held at Greyville Racecourse in Durban recently.

East Coasters have smashed last year’s total for ECR’s Toy Story campaign, donating generously to make this festive season special for those in need

A year in magical, bustling India, life as a teenage surfing star . . . and a crack at the Miss South Africa 2011 title. Life is extraordinary for Durban’s Grace Rheeders.

He’s received hate mail, been beaten and threatened with legal action, but the response to his work doesn’t bother journalist and writer Terence Pillay.

KZN Wildlands Conservation Trust gets welcome boost from Coca-Cola and Gary Player Invitational . . . and Mr Golf himself, Gary Player was there to test drive the product.

Highway Hospice hosts two great events – go along and show them your support

It’s a business and trade event quite unlike any other . . . the China Sourcing Fairs from November 30-December 2 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

This impressive recipe is so simple to put together but really packs a punch in the flavour stakes!

A fresh and delicious salad, packed with flavour

A tranquil escape just minutes from the beach in Leisure Bay, perfect for a summer getaway

The Ridge’s foodie extraordinaire, Erica Platter, reveals some of her top 2011 picks for the bookshelves.

Prepare to shed more money at the pumps as the fuel price rises again this November

The 59th Annual Country Fair takes place at Collisheen Estate, Ballito on November 1 and 2. 100% of proceeds go to the Christmas Fair Fund.

The KZN South Coast offers stunning beaches, a wealth of arts and crafts, exceptional golf courses… and Sunbirds B&B

Westville’s Alison de Chazal reached the final five of Survivor Maldives. Starvation, exhaustion… She tells us about the experience

Danielle Sheedy’s looking ahead to summer . . . and how to get healthy and in tip top shape for those lazy summer days.

Chef extraordinaire Andrew Draper of Harvey’s restaurant in Morningside shared this fab fish recipe. Click on the link for more fab food ideas.

Video: 10-year-old CJ Senter has embarked on a career as a fitness instructor; this little dynamo already has his own personal fitness instruction videos!

The stage is set for the best Rage Festival EVER, with the hottest DJs, SA’s finest bands and 1000s of revellers celebrating their freedom!

Hand-crafted, personalised goods, carefully selected stalls, clothing, jewellery . . . heck, even ginger beer. Umhlanga’s Wonder Market is to launch soon, on Sunday, November 27.

We’re all abuzz with Apple, Google and BlackBerry . . . but Android’s coming on strong. Have we really got to grips with it yet?

Get on your walking shoes to raise awareness for diabetes in SA. Fun walk in Durban on November 6.

There’s more to being head chef than just a flair for food. Robert Gumede from DISH restaurant at the Royal Palm tells us what inspires him

Try this Thai-inspired recipe by head chef of Dish Restaurant, Umhlanga – it’s perfect for a special meal or dinner party with friends

Quick and easy to prepare, here’s the perfect meal to celebrate a special occasion . . . and impress your guests!

Take your dog on a great family day out this Sunday – and support Kloof SPCA

East Coast Radio has launched its 11th Toy Story campaign. Let’s spread smiles around KZN with toys and food for all the children!

Adding some Cape spice to wine selection and pairing at The Oyster Box is new sommelier Eric Botha.

North Coast art success story Natasha Barnes has so many projects on the go, Lois Kuhle can barely keep up.

Cyclists can still enter the much-anticipated cycle challenge to start at the spectacular Moses Mabhida Stadium

Chef Chris Black and Pick n Pay bring us a lip smacking lamb option for that crucial World Cup festive feast.

Springtime offers the perfect opportunity for change. Why not head up to the Go2 Natural Expo at The Litchi Orchard on October 21 and 22.

Boasting 140 new recipes and inspired by authentic combinations and ingredients experienced in Spain, Rick’s Stein’s Spain is one of the must-have purchases for your kitchen this summer.

It’s not every day you get to meet Superman . . . or at least Superman in the world of trail running. Ryan Sandes told The Ridge about his 100 mile victory at the famous Leadville race in the United States.

Riverside Hotel & Spa executive chef Brent Assam shares his enticing appetiser recipe

Alfie the stallion won’t let anyone near his whiskers, a habit that’s seen him challenge for the role of longest tash in Britain

Enjoy a glamorous night, with fine dining and entertainment, organised by women from the Upper Highway to benefit local children

Renowned Ballito five star Hotel, Hotel IZulu, will be hosting its Wine and Jazz Market at the hotel’s organic gardens on Sunday, September 25.

Get down to Checkers at Gateway on Saturday to see the Championship Boerewors contenders in sizzling action.

The Kloof & Highway SPCA is holding the Wiggle Waggle Dog Walk fun family day on Sunday, October 2 from 11am to 2pm.

There’ll be fun for the whole family at this Medieval-themed faire, from stilt-walkers to minstrels and fire dancers

Video: Forget about Paul the psychic octopus, now a New Zealander claims he has a psychic sheep named Sonny Wool . . . and he can correctly predict the winners of rugby World Cup matches.

Riaan Manser’s latest book ‘Around Madagascar on My Kayak’ is a triumph . . . now the adventurer teams up with Dan Skinstad (brother of Bobby) to do a 5000km circumnavigation of Iceland on a canoe.

The Ridge attended a food and wine pairing at The Oyster Box hotel hosted by Peter Finlayson, winemaker at boutique winery, Bouchard Finlayson.

Celebrate Heritage month with a round-up of South Africa’s top performers and relive the fun of the fan parks, with the Springboks’ first match of the Rugby World Cup

Whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s something for everyone this weekend – and all in the local area

All those chocaholics out there, the word is out . . . you can give in to those cravings, because chocolate is really good for you.

Talented singer, songwriter, producer and vocal coach, Al Andrew, is performing at a number of venues around the Ridge area.

Experience almost 1 000 of SA’s best wines, right here in Durban. From viognier to malbec, there’s something for everyone!

It’s a workout that’s all the rage at the moment. Ridge editor Garth Johnstone headed off to Flux Motion at Lincoln on the Lake to give kettlebells a go.

This winter has been particularly cold. Here’s some ways to keep yourself fit and motivated when the chills set in.

The Oyster Box hotel in Umhlanga celebrates Portuguese cuisine during the months of August and September.

Send in the Nato warships, Red Cross and Amnesty International. Time for the “international community” to step in.

East Coast Radio Durban Day is set to rock Durban on Sunday, September 11. Read on for more details.

Hillcrest Christian Academy hosts an evening of light entertainment for all the family, with performances by comedian Mark Palmer and Kearsney College Choir

Marco Conte is the face of Mamma Luciana’s. . .and right now he’s smiling at the success of his new store at Glenore Centre.

Stacy Chan’s a young, energetic and award-winning chef. Sihle Mthembu stepped into her kitchen.

Celebrate the best of music, art, dance and comedy at the 7th annual Upbeat Festival, 10 to 13 August

Hirsch’s Umhlanga recently donated an energy efficient microwave to the Animal Anti-Cruelty League in Durban.

Andrew and Karen from Home Organic show you how to make the most of your garden, while also reducing your grocery bills

Nomagugu Manci and Merewyn De Heer won their categories at the Business Women’s Association of South Africa (BWASA) 10th annual Regional Business Achiever Awards

Meet South Africa’s favourite MasterChef contestant at this year’s Good Food and Wine Show in Durban this weekend

Durbanites, already reeling from unusually cold weather, should brace for another two days of chill and rain.

The country’s premier food show is coming to town from 28 to 31 July and promises to tantalise your tastebuds with the best from SA and around the world