THE OYSTER BOX REVISITED

Starring the Red Carnation Group’s
new and exquisite recreation
of Natal’s treasured Oyster Box.

A celebrated destination since 1947, known for its style and charm for decades. 2009 saw the complete restoration and unveiling of this tropical gem in Umhlanga overlooking the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.

THE OYSTER BOX RECIPES

The Oyster Box has always had a fabulous reputation for the classic dishes that stand the test of time. Try Chicken and Prawn Curry, Slow-Roasted Pork Belly, Bea’s Eggs, real Chicken Soup and two divine brandy cocktails.

ON THE TABLE! SALAD DAYS AT BLUE WATER CAFÉ

With Graham Isaacson 

Graham Isaacson introduces us to a rare find! The Delightful Blue Water Cafe on Imhoff Farm is set in the original old Cape Dutch farmstead, dating back to 1743, leading to a wide stoep where you will enjoy sweeping views of the Atlantic, Hout Bay and Noordhoek. 

AN EXTRAORDINARY NEEDLEWOMAN

By Hilary Prendini Toffoli

In a world swamped by mass production Margee Gough is creating rare and special one-offs, products of a once popular art. 

TRAVEL! ISLAND HOPPING IN THAILAND

By Roy Watts

Travel writer Roy Watts explores spectacular Thailand and offers another perspective of this fascinating and relatively inexpensive destination. 

BEST PURSUITS! ORCHID KINGS OF DARLING

By Hilary Prendini Toffoli

Richard King clones orchids in what was once the Darling schoolhouse for Duckitt Nurseries, the biggest orchid supplier in the southern hemisphere. 

MOUNT NELSON HOTEL

IN CARING HANDS

It’s no surprise that Managing Director of Mount Nelson Hotel and Orient-Express Hotels Africa, Nick Seewer’s globe-trotting youth inspired him to follow a career in the travel and hospitality business. 

SUGAR & SPICE AT THE CAPE GRACE

With Malika van Reenen

Executive Chef, Malika van Reenen of Signal Restaurant at the Cape Grace, has recently introduced ’sugar and spice and all things nice’, an irresistible Sugar Buffet. Enjoy with afternoon tea in their welcoming library, overlooking the stunning international yacht basin.

PROUDLY CATHARINA’S

With Garth Almazan

Introducing the new look and splendid Catharina’s Restaurant at Steenberg, one of the Cape’s most historic and captivating wine estates. Award winning Executive Chef Garth Almazan, introduces us to the versatility of pork with three creative signature dishes prepared at Catharina’s. 

SEE! EXECUTIVE CHEF GARTH ALMAZAN

Creative Signature dishes at Catharina’s

Award winning Executive Chef, Garth Almazan, introduces us to the lighter style of pork with three creative signature dishes at Catharina’s, Steenberg.