Foodblog Durban

08/07/2024

The Seasonal Lunch offer at The Hussar Grill is still available for winter. Enjoy a two course lunch from a dedicated set menu for only R185 pp every Monday to Saturday, from 12 – 4pm. Book your table now.

06/07/2024

It's a brand-new month and Mozambik have an exciting special for you! 🤩

Enjoy mouthwatering ribs, paired with famous Coco-Loco winglets and a side dish, all for just R110.🔥🍖🍗 This incredible deal is available from 12:00 to 14:00. 🍽️📅🕛

Don't miss out.

03/07/2024

The Perfect Christmas in July Pairing: Crispy Roast Pork Belly with Avocado Recipe by I Love Avos

Not only do the flavours of each one complement the other, but they both share similar attributes, including nutritional density, versatility and health benefits.

Serves 8

Preparation time: 30 minutes + refrigeration

Cooking time: 2 hours

Ingredients:

FOR THE PORK BELLY
2 kg (3-4 cm thickness) boneless pork belly with the skin
2 heads garlic, broken into cloves and peeled
30 ml (2 tbsp) avocado or olive oil
60 ml (¼ cup) sea salt flakes
30 ml (2 tbsp) cumin seeds
2 handfuls sage

FOR THE AVO MUSTARD SAUCE
½ x 385 g tin condensed milk
30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar
15 ml (1 tbsp) whole grain mustard
30 ml (2 tbsp) milk
½ avocado, mashed
Salt and pepper

FOR THE SPICED AVO SLICES
15 ml (1 tbsp) smoked or plain paprika
30 ml (2 tbsp) Cajun spice
15 ml (1 tbsp) dried chilli flakes
2 avocados, halved, stoned and peeled

Method:
For the pork belly, score the pork skin 1 cm apart with a sharp knife or minora blade. Leave the pork uncovered in the fridge for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to dry out.
Preheat oven to 180°C. Scatter the garlic over the base of a baking dish. Rub the oil all over the pork, followed by half of the sea salt flakes. Place the pork skin-side down on top of the garlic and sprinkle with cumin. Roast for 1 hour.
Increase oven to 230°C. Turn the pork over and sprinkle with remaining salt. Tuck the sage in underneath the pork and roast for about 1 hour or until the skin is golden and crunchy (cover pieces that browns too much with foil).

For the sauce, blitz together all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
For the spiced avo slices, combine the paprika, Cajun and chilli flakes. Press the avo halves, cut side down into the spice mix. Thickly slice. Serve with the pork and sauce.

02/07/2024

Eat your Beans Day is celebrated on 3 July every year and is the perfect opportunity to appreciate the nutritional powerhouse that beans are.

They are a significant source of protein, complex carbohydrates, folate, fiber, and iron. Complementing the beans in this recipe, mushrooms add a rich, umami flavor and come packed with their own set of nutritional benefits, including all nine essential amino acids, Vitamin Bs, and essential minerals like iron, phosphorus, copper, potassium, and selenium.

To celebrate this day, MushroomsSA crafted a scrumptious Vegan Lentil & Mushroom Stew on Butter Bean Mash. Serves 6

Ingredients:
1 ½ cups brown lentils
5 cups mushroom stock
1 bunch fresh thyme sprigs
1 onion, diced
500g Portabellini mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp tomato paste
½ tsp dried chilli flakes
1 x 400g tin diced tomatoes
Olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Butter bean mash:
2 x 400g tins of butter beans, rinsed & drained
1 small clove garlic, grated finely
2 Tbsp lemon juice
4 Tbsp / 60ml olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
Chopped parsley or micro herbs, for serving

Method:
To make the mash, add all the ingredients to a food processor.
Blitz until completely smooth, adding a little water if you want to thin it out.
To warm up – transfer to a saucepan over low heat and stir until warmed through. Taste to adjust seasoning.

For the lentil stew:
Rinse lentils well. Place in a large pot or Dutch oven and add the mushroom stock and thyme.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook with lid ajar for about 25 minutes until tender. If you need to give them a little liquid top up add some boiling water from the kettle.
Discard the thyme sprigs.
Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large sauté pan.
Add onion and mushrooms. Season lightly and cook until the onion softens and mushrooms are golden. Add garlic, tomato paste and chilli flakes. Cook until tomato paste turns a deep dark red colour and smells sweet.
Pour in the tinned tomato and deglaze the bottom of the pan.
Add the cooked lentils & all their liquid. Mix everything together.
Taste to adjust seasoning
Serve stew on warmed butter bean mash; sprinkle with micro herbs.

30/06/2024

Try out the yummy Double Avo and Sticky Chicken Burger by I Love Avos …

Double Avo and Sticky Chicken Burger
Serves 4
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

FOR THE PINEAPPLE CHUTNEY
• 1 pineapple, cored and finely chopped
• 125 ml (½ cup) castor sugar
• 60 ml (¼ cup) white wine vinegar
• 10 ml (2 tsp) chilli flakes

FOR THE MARINATED ONIONS
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced into rings
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) white wine vinegar
• 5 ml (1 tsp) castor sugar

FOR THE BURGERS
• 4 chicken breasts, butterflied
• Olive or avocado oil to drizzle
• Salt and pepper
• 60 ml (¼ cup) sweet chilli sauce
• 4 hamburger buns, cut open
• 2 avocados

Method:
1. For the pineapple chutney, combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat and simmer, stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
2. For the marinated onions, combine all the ingredients and marinate for at least 20 minutes. Drain.
3. For the burgers, heat a griddle pan on high. Rub the chicken with oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook in batches for about 3 minutes each side or until cooked. Spread with sweet chilli sauce.
4. Drizzle the cut sides of the buns with oil and cook, cut side down, on the griddle pan until charred.
5. Roughly crush 1 of the avocados with a fork. Season with salt and pepper. Spread over the bun bases. Top with the chicken. Slice the remaining avo and place on the chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the chutney, onions and bun tops.

28/06/2024

Treat your tastebuds to the incredible gourmet sushi selection from Monakko at Park Square

Fresh and full of flavour, head to their restaurant or grab a takeaway and indulge your senses today!! 🍣

📍Situated on the corner of Twilight Drive and Park Way.

27/06/2024

Did you know that House of Angostura aromatic bitters, with its iconic oversized label, was originally developed as a medicine?

As the brand celebrates its double centenary in 2024, we honour 200 years of the same secret recipe bringing joy and healing. Created in 1824 by Dr. Johann Seigert in Venezuela, these bitters were initially a cure for digestive issues in Simon Bolivar’s revolutionary army.

By the 1870s, Dr. Seigert’s sons had moved production to Trinidad, where it remains today. Over time, ANGOSTURA® bitters became a staple in cocktails, helping shape the drinking culture for centuries.

In celebration of this milestone, ANGOSTURA® is focusing on sustainability and innovation. From new eco-friendly packaging to supporting local cocoa farmers, the brand is committed to a brighter future.

Cheers to 200 years of history, flavor, and a legacy that continues to inspire! 🥂

26/06/2024

Enjoy remarkable flavours and a vibrant spirit at La Parada. Vamos! 🌶️✨

25/06/2024

It is only right that one of South Africa’s most iconic dishes , the Bunny Chow, has been recognised world wide with the annual World Bunny Chow Day which is celebrated on June 26.

Luckily we all know that no real furry bunnies are involved, that it humbly originates from Durban’s Indian community and that its taste is uniquely spicy and flavoursome.

Naturally the Bunny Chow has evolved a bit over the years and can be found in a fancy hollowed out sourdough boule bread accompanied by an equally fancy wine but in its most common form it’s simply a hollowed out white government loaf of bread elevated by the aromatic and often fiery curry it holds!

Find this fantastic recipe by MushroomsSA on our blog.

It is only right that one of South Africa's most iconic dishes , the Bunny Chow, has been recognised world wide with the annual World Bunny Chow Day which is celebrated on June 26. Luckily we all

24/06/2024

Savour the freshness of the signature mussels and calamari at Grimaldi's ZA — where every bite is a voyage to coastal bliss! 🐚🍴

🦐 Fresh seafood
🍝 Italian inspired dishes
🥩 Savoury meat selections
🌊 Incredible views
🤝 First-class service

☎️ 087 8222 375

21/06/2024

Indulge in the perfect coffee break at Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga ! Enjoy a slice of cake, muffin and croissant, or a classic scone with any hot beverage, starting at just R85.

20/06/2024

Relive the golden era of Italian dining at Old Town Italy , where every meal is a tribute to tradition. Here, they honour the timelessness of Italian cuisine, crafting each dish with a legacy of taste. 🇮🇹🥂

19/06/2024

All the best things in life are shared. 🔥 Good food, celebrations, unforgettable occasions and the specially curated Great! Winter Menu at Butcher Boys Grill

Join them for dishes infused with swirls of Boschendal, a signature Boschendal inspired cocktail, desserts and more.🥂 This is wining and dining to the extreme. Let’s make some memories.🥩

18/06/2024

Enjoy a Light Lunch Special at Grimaldi's ZA and enjoy a delicious meal for just R110 each - the perfect way to treat yourself! 🍽️✨

• Rump
• Calamari
• Pork belly
• Deboned chicken
• Pepperoni pizza
• Chicken and mushroom pasta
• Melanzane

Book your table now.

17/06/2024

Join a baking class on Saturday June 22nd at 1000 Hills Chef School

Learn macaron making and cupcake decorating with floral designs. Includes lunch, drinks, and taking home your creations. R750/person.

Limited spots! Book now: 031 7771566 or [email protected]

13/06/2024

Cook up a storm for dad this Father's Day with this delicious Mushroom & Sausage Baked Gnocchi by MushroomsSA ; serves 6-8

INGREDIENTS
• ± 450g sausages of choice
• 500g portabellini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Pinch of chilli flakes
• 1 x 400g tin diced tomatoes
• 250ml stock
• Handful basil leaves, roughly chopped
• 200g fresh spinach / Swiss chard
• 500g store bought gnocchi
• 100g mozzarella, grated
• 100g parmesan, grated
• Fresh basil, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for cooking

METHOD
Preheat air fryer to 180˚C.

Place sausages in the air fryer and cook for ± 8 minutes for a chunky lamb/beef or pork sausage.
Set aside to cool and then cut into chunky slices.

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large oven safe saucepan.
Add the mushrooms and cook until golden.
Remove and set aside.

To the same pan add the onion and cook until tender.
Add the garlic and chilli flakes.
Cook for a minute until fragrant.
Pour in the tomatoes and the stock.
Bring to a simmer and cook for a few minutes while you prepare the gnocchi.

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil.
Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions then drain.

Add gnocchi to the pan of sauce along with the mushrooms, sausage, basil and spinach.
Mix well and taste to adjust seasoning.

Preheat oven to 220˚C degrees.
Scatter the top of the saucepan with mozzarella and then parmesan.
Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.

Serve hot out of the pan with a crisp green side salad and enjoy!

12/06/2024

Cheers to all the amazing Dads out there🍻Enjoy a meal at any The Hussar Grill this Father’s Day and each dad will receive a complimentary 300ml Devil’s Peak draught beer. While stocks last, available only on Father’s Day.

11/06/2024

This month I Love Avos are giving 71 lucky South African avo lovers a chance to win cash!

By simply adding an avo to your restaurant, takeaway or home-made meal – breakfast, lunch or supper - you could stand a chance of winning a share of R80 000!

You can enter on the iloveavocadoSA page simply by taking a picture and submitting it as a comment underneath THEIR competition post.

10/06/2024

Hey love birds, join The Hussar Grill for Date Night Tuesdays at any Hussar Grill restaurant and you could be 1 of 3 lucky couples to a luxurious weekend away at a game lodge worth R15 000 each.

Priced at R450 per couple for 2 courses or R550 per couple for 3 courses, this tantalizing date night experience promises an unforgettable evening for you and your loved one.

How to Enter:
1. Snap a photo of you and your partner holding the Date Night board available in the restaurant.
2. Post the photo on your social media.
3. Include the hashtag and tag The Hussar Grill restaurant you’re dining at.

Valid until 30 June 2024. Don’t miss out on this romantic adventure and you can also win big, book your date night now

07/06/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Park Square proudly welcomes its latest culinary gem, !

🍣 Monakko specializes in a contemporary take on seafood, offering an exquisite dining experience for both sushi enthusiasts and grill fans. From Seared Salmon with Black Pepper & Cherry Tomatoes to the Grilled Seafood Platter, the menu is packed with delightful dishes you can’t wait to try.

✨ Open Tuesday to Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM, extended to 9:00 PM from Wednesday to Saturday. Closed on Mondays.

Discover the ultimate seafood dining experience at Monakko!

06/06/2024

Join Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga for a sumptuous Sunday Roast at FireLake Restaurant!

Indulge in a delightful spread of salads, Roasts, Sides and dessert for just R350 per person. Plus, kids enjoy this feast at half price!

Book your table now and make your Sundays extra special. Email: [email protected]

04/06/2024

Isn’t it obviaas! The clearest route to mm-mm-mmm is at Tiger's Milk. Wrap your mouth around the Obviaas – Cheese Burger + Chips + Onion Rings + Coke for only R99! 🍔

Available until the end of July.
Ts&Cs apply

03/06/2024

⭐Introducing the latest monthly special at Mozambik

⭐Indulge in a delightful combination of wings and prawns, served alongside a side, all for an irresistible price of R99. 😋

This amazing deal is available from 12:00 to 14:00, so be sure to take advantage of it.

🤩Reserve your table now ☎️ or book online via the website. Kindly note that this offer is not valid in Lusaka, Kitwe, Honeybear (Zimbabwe),Chisipite (Zimbabwe) or V & A Waterfront.

31/05/2024

Mushroom Loaded Parathas Recipe by MushroomsSA : A fresh style loaded paratha with mushrooms, peas and mozzarella.

INGREDIENTS
• 8 parathas (homemade or store bought)
• 250 g portabellini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
• ½ cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped
• ½ cup spring onions, finely sliced
• 1 fresh chilli, seeds removed and diced
• 200 g mozzarella cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Ghee or olive oil, for cooking

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat a spoonful of ghee or a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan. Cook mushrooms with curry powder and season. Once they are golden brown set aside.

Blanch peas in boiling water. Drain and place in a large bowl. Mash peas roughly using a fork. Add the coriander, spring onion, fresh chilli and mozzarella. Mix and season.
Stir through the curried mushrooms.

Cook parathas according to package instructions. Once lightly golden brown on both sides, place on a board. Spoon the mushrooms filling evenly onto 4 of the parathas.

Sandwich them closed with the other Return each stuffed paratha to the frying pan on medium-low heat. Cook on both sides until golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Slice and serve!

30/05/2024

🍰☕ Have you secured your spot for the delightful high teas in June and July at Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga ?

The upcoming dates are:
- June 1st
- June 29th
- July 20th
- July 27th

Indulge in exquisite afternoon delights including a welcome drink, sweet and savoury items, hot beverages, and live entertainment, all for R395 per person.

To reserve your spot, simply email at [email protected].

Hurry, spots are filling up fast!
📸:

29/05/2024

Join The Hussar Grill for Date Night Tuesdays at any location and you could be 1 of 3 lucky couples to a luxurious weekend away at a game lodge worth R15 000 each.

How to Enter:
1. Snap a photo of you and your partner holding the Date Night board available in the restaurant.
2. Post the photo on your social media.
3. Include the hashtag and tag The Hussar Grill restaurant you’re dining at.

The date night menu is available for R450 per couple for 2 courses or R550 per couple for 3 courses.

Valid until 30 June 2024. Don’t miss out on this romantic adventure, book your date night now!

28/05/2024

🌟 Light Lunch Specials Alert at Grimaldi's ZA every Mon - Fri until 3 pm! 🌟

For just R110 each, enjoy a delectable meal from a Light Lunch Menu. Here's what's cooking:

🥩 Rump - 200g of twenty one day wet aged cut of rump, grilled to your preference.

🐟 Good Old Fish and Chips - Choose from grilled or beer battered hake, served with tartar sauce.

🍖 Pork Belly - 130g rolled pork belly, stuffed with wholegrain Dijon mustard, fresh garlic, and black pepper, accompanied by caramelised apple and an orange juice, honey, and cinnamon reduction.

🍗 Deboned Chicken - Flame grilled to perfection in either peri peri or lemon and herb.

🍕 Pepperoni Pizza - Classic pizza topped with mozzarella and pepperoni.

🍝 Chicken and Mushroom Pasta - Creamy chicken and mushroom pomodoro pasta.

🍆 Melanzane - Delicate layers of lightly roasted aubergine with homemade napolitana sauce, mozzarella, and grated parmesan, all gratinated to a golden brown.

All mains, except pizza and melanzane, come with a side of your choice: chips, mash, Italian style rice, or side salad.

Indulge in a delicious and satisfying light lunch today! 😋✨

27/05/2024

The cool, crisp winter mornings are starting to set in, so why not warm yourself up with a warm beverage of choice (Americano or Hot Chocolate) from Xpresso Café SA at Park Square

And for only R12, it’s the best price in town.

25/05/2024

We're building up to International Burger Day with an incredible chorizo burger recipe by I Love Avos

Look at any list of the world’s most iconic foods, and you’ll always find within the top five positions the humble hamburger. Because, although it has been around since the 1880s, the burger continues to endure

23/05/2024

Join Old Town Italy for an evening of Pizza, wine & everything fine for a fantastic date night experience.