nightlife
ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY AT ANY AGE Who needs a hot date and double the price tag when you can celebrate solo? If you’re one of those who sniggers at those in love and rather celebrates the greatness of solitude, we have just the thing. There’s no need to be ashamed if you’d rather hand out black roses and think Cupid is stupid!
FOR THE MILLENNIAL
FOR THE MISS THAT Plan an Anti-Valentine’s Day date USED TO BE A MISSUS
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at: Rooftop yoga under the stars
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Millennials are like fingerprints: They’re all unique. So, this was a hard choice, but we reckon a ‘not going out, going out’ event will do the trick. They’re all ethical and sustainable they want to know where it came from, which soil was used and how the insects were treated so we recommend a night under the stars. Namaste, breathe and enjoy the me time. After all, this generation is all about self-love (or narcissism ... you choose). If you’re willing to splash the cash, head on over to one of the trendy bars or pubs on 4th Avenue for a nightcap post-yoga. Where: 9 6th Street, Parkhurst When: 18h00 to 19h00 How much: R150 per person Book: rooftopsyoga@gmail.com (remember to bring your own mat)
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FOR THE MIDDLE-AGED FOR GOGO MAN Plan an Anti-Valentine’s Day date at: Plan an Anti-Valentine’s Day date at: 86 Public Illovo
If your gut matches your middleWhat could be better than celebrating love? Fortunately, this aged status, then this is just the ain’t your usual love story, romance, spot. Grab an inebriant and let’s get this cheese-pairing party started! fairy tale kind of show. Instead, it’s Now, this is a cool spot, so ensure full of crazy quirkiness, frivolity you’re dressed casual yet sharp and thus it’s a guaranteed party. because at this joint you might just Audience participation is pick up a ‘lucky’ lady. You’ll be encouraged, so you don’t need an grinning and bobbing your head excuse to get dressed in your most to the latest pop tunes and you might outrageous fancy dress. Plus, which even catch a few good oldies in the mix. When your blood sugar single lady wouldn’t want to sing along to Dammit Janet and Sweet level drops, order a pizza – it will compensate for your lack of a hot Transvestite? date. Where: Pieter Torien Theatre, Where: 198 Oxford Street, Illovo Montecasino When: 20h00 When: 20h00 How much: Free How much: R100 to R500 Book: No need to book … just Book: www.tsogosun.com arrive and jive!
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The Landmark Cocktail Bar
Who needs to watch loved up couples smooching all night? Thanks, but no thanks! Instead, have a ‘love sucks’ blouse made and head on over to this gorgeous bar for a cocktail or three. You deserve the spoil, grandma! The music isn’t too loud and the people aren’t too annoying, so you’ll easily find some solace. If you can’t hear too well, don’t fret – order an Old Fashioned and tell them to keep them coming. Unfortunately, they don’t serve scones or sudoku boards, but you can order bar bites and savoury snacks. Where: Bryanston Shopping Centre, corner of William Nicol & Ballyclare Drives, Bryanston When: 17h00 (an hour before bedtime) Book: 011 463 0207
