Pencil these events into your diary right now!
A delight for the senses
If you haven’t experienced it yet, you should. The culinary adventures of Le Petit Chef: Au Naturel, are enough to send you straight to a place perfectly aligned to those who are seekers of taste tales of gastronomic gallantry – an experience rather than a meal. Described as date night on steroids and a bucket-list experience, a meal with Le Petit Chef is an unmissable sensory extravaganza.
From the earth to your table, ingredients are transformed, with French style, into dishes that will boggle your mind and ensnare your senses. This one-of-a-kind dinner party experience comes to Radisson Blu Hotel in Umhlanga, until the end of June, and will see our favourite flirtatious Frenchman pop up in all his pint-sized glory, to take you on a sumptuous six-course culinary adventure, as he forages for the freshest home-grown ingredients, trawls the ocean, tends to his roosts, pastures for the most succulent cuts of meat and finally, heads for the Arctic in search of the perfect dessert to thrill your tastebuds. It’s a whimsical evening with engaging animation that blends seasonal and fresh dishes while showcasing the story behind each course in a way that amazes and delights.
The event runs until the end of June. Tickets cost R1295 each. Wine pairing is an additional R375 to R400. Child-friendly shows are available for Sunday lunches from 1pm to 4pm (five years and up) with all other shows (strictly for adults and children over the age of 12) from 7pm to 10pm. Details: Book at Computicket or visit dinnertimestories.co.za
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We’re giving away two tickets, inclusive of wine paring, to the value of R3390. To enter, fill out the form here
June 11
Sho! It feels like we just hosted the Comrades and it’s back again for its 48th down run, starting in Pietermaritzburg and ending in Durbs. Since we’re massive fans, we’ll be watching this larger-than-life event from the roadside – bacon and eggs sizzling on the skottel and coffee in hand – and cheering on our local runners. Those with family or friends taking part, can track their real-time progress on race day by downloading the official Comrades Marathon App.
June 16 to 17
Beach bums are invited to support participants of the Oceans 8 Charity Swim – a first-of-its-kind, warm water ocean challenge for charity. Started by Duzi Umngeni Conservation Trust (DUCT), the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), Project Rhino, Singakwenza Early Childhood Education, and WILDTRUST – the aim of this epic ocean swim is to fund their work, as well as the work of other deserving NPOs across KZN – allowing them to deliver on projects which impact education, the environment, and community development and upliftment. The 8 Mile swim takes place on Friday and Saturday, at the Durban Undersea Club. Details: www.oceans8swim.co.za or follow @oceans8_charityswim on IG and oceans8swim on FB.
June 16 If you love a good outdoor show, then pack the kids in the car and treat them to a day at the Aerobatic Grand Prix 2023. This extremely popular event returns to Durban skies from the ground of Virginia Airport and fans can expect the highest performing aerobatic airplanes, racing against the clock, flying through inflatable pylons by some of the world’s best aerobatic pilots. Don’t miss all the action live from 10am. Tickets are priced from R100 to R400. Details: Book via www.ticketpros.co.za
June 16-18
Feast your eyes on the most Instagrammable sweets and tastiest treats at the Durban Dessert Festival at Westwood Mall. Boasting live entertainment, Instagram walls and interactive areas, a kids play zone, mocktail bar, craft beer and a dessert themed cocktail bar, the festival runs from 11am to 9pm on Friday and Saturday and 11am to 8pm on Sunday. Tickets are R80 each (kids under 12 are free) and available from Quicket.co.za. Details: Follow the festival on FB: Durban Dessert Festival and IG: @durbandessertfestival
June 18
The much-awaited East Coast Radio Big Walk returns to Suncoast this month, bringing families and friends together to create memorable experiences. The theme for this year’s event is “Here with you, every step of the way.” The walk – there’s a 5km and a 10km route – starts at uShaka and ends at the People’s Park at Moses Mabhida. Details: Tickets are available via ecr.co.za or suncoastcasino.co.za
June 25
Visitors to Clansthal Conservancy’s Winter Craft Market can enjoy a relaxing Sunday morning in a beautiful garden with magnificent sea views, while browsing 48 hand-picked stalls offering a range of local and unique crafts, clothing, décor and artisanal food. There will be live music, making the experience and atmosphere that much more enjoyable. Get there early for breakfast and stay for lunch. The market takes place on June 25 from 9am to 2pm at the delightful home of Keith and Liz Cunningham, 111 Pig & Whistle Drive, Clansthal. All funds raised will be used to support conservancy initiatives that are focussed on the environmental aspects or needs of the area. Details: Contact Liz on [email protected] or 083 556 8108.
