Durban for all Seasons • What’s New • What’s Happening
What’s On... The Official
Dec-Jan 2017
...a treasure trove of things to see and do.
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Visit www.durbanexperience.co.za, connect via twitter @DBNTourism & like our Facebook page on DBNTourism. Festive Holiday fun in Durbs… Durban, with it’s vibrant lifestyle, sun-splashed beaches, fun filled activities and festivals is without doubt THE BEST PLACE TO BE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. . . As our City comes alive with warmth and cheer, be sure not to miss out on any of the HOTSPOTS and attractions that are on offer. This year, we are going all out to ensure that our visitors experience the best summer on the East Coast, with an action packed, non-stop calendar of world class events.
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We also have a wide variety of tourism products to ensure that you get to enjoy the sights and sounds of our beautiful City and warm coastline. Explore the hidden gems and unique experiences that makes our City so special! Remember No visit to Durban is complete without trying a legendary ‘bunny chow’ and Shisanyama at a local township restaurant. Durban is your only choice for an awesome summer experience and you are guaranteed to be charmed by the warmth and caring smiles of our people…
CONTENTS Intro.............................................................. 02
Art Galleries, Museums & Culture....... 23
Diary/Sports events................................. 06
Shopping…………........................................ 28
Family Fun & Attractions….................... 14
Restaurants................................................ 31
Theatre & Entertainment....................... 21
Tourist Information.................................. 39
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DIARY/SPORTS DURBAN DAYDREAMING 3 Dec 10:00 Boutique summertime festival celebrating good times, sun and music – Ollivanders Estate, Shongweni. GAGASI FM & HUNTERS BEACH FESTIVAL 3 Dec 12:00 The party of the year, featuring King Sfiso, Mzokoloko, DJ Vumar, Junior Da Rocka, Mario, Lesoul and many others – Sunkist Lawns, Snell Parade. (No under 18s) DOLPHINS BY STARLIGHT 8-13 Dec 19:00 uShaka Marine World. TRADESHOW 10 Dec 12:00 Streetwear exhibition to help create business opportunities and incorporating sub-cultures like music – Rivertown Beer Hall. UMHLANGA SUMMER FESTIVAL 12-23 Dec 06:00 Umhlanga Main Beach. (031 561 4257) UMGENI STEAM RAILWAY The 1000 Hills Choo Choo travels from Kloof Station through the Valley of 1000 Hills to Inchanga and back again. Christmas trains with Santa on 16, 17, 18 Dec at 18:30&12:30; Carols by Candlelight on 16, 17, 18 Dec at 17:00; 26 Dec & 1 Jan at 12:30&17:00; 27 Dec, 2 & 8 Jan at 08:30&12:30. (www. umgenisteamrailway.co.za) SAPPHIRE COAST TOURISM SUMMER FESTIVAL 19-31 Dec Amanzimtoti Main Beach. (031 322 2852) 4 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT 22 Dec 18:00 Oyster Box Hotel. (031 514 5000) ALANSAAR SOUK TRADE FAIR 23 Dec-2 Jan 12:00 Inkosi Albert International Convention. (031 208 1601) COOLERS & CAMP CHAIRS 24 Dec 12:00 Family picnic where people can come with their coolers filled with refreshments and enjoy good quality music – C Section Sports Grounds, KwaMashu. FIRST CLASS XMAS TAKE-OFF 25 Dec 14:00 An annual Christmas party promising one of the biggest celebrations in the province, featuring Durban’s Finest, CNDO, Junior Da Rocka, Khamza, Twitty, Bongz, Tira and Sox – Hanger 8, Virginia Airport. DURBAN BRAAI DAY 26 Dec 07:00 People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium. (031 582 8222) FACT DURBAN ROCKS 31 Dec 18:00 New Year’s Eve celebration featuring the biggest fireworks display in KZN as well as all the best SA artists over two stages in front of a 20 000 capacity crowd – People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium. THE GRAND FINALE 31 Dec 18:00 Featuring Nasty C, this hip-hop celebration is set to redefine of the biggest night of the year – Growthpoint Kings Park.
Great horseracing and fun is to be enjoyed at Greyville Racecourse every Friday evening until 19 May 2017. Racing starts between 5pm & 6pm and all are welcome – Entrance to the course is FREE and there is plenty of safe parking.  Visit the casual and popular Braai Zone with the fun KidZone close by. Enjoy live music and Happy Hour in the trendy Lightning Shot Bar. To book in the Durban View Restaurant call Gail Klopper on 031-3141780 Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 5
DIARY/SPORTS NEW YEARS DAY EXTRAVAGANZA 1 Jan Umnini Dam. (083 514 1685) WOZ’ EDURBAN 1 Jan New Year’s Day celebration – Durban Botanical Gardens. (072 132 4321)
CYCLING & MTB 4 Dec 07:30 STIHL Sharks Trail Adventure – Summerveld Estate 11 Dec 08:00 IMF Enduro Cross – Holla Trails, Sugar Rush Park HORSE RACING 2*, 7, 9*, 14, 16*, 23*, 26 & 30* Dec (*night race) at Greyville (031 314 1651)
SPORT CANOEING 2-5 Dec Commemorative Dusi Journey – PMB to Blue Lagoon 11 Dec No8 to Josephine’s Bridge – Umkomaas 14 Dec Winkle–Toti–Winkle and Legends Ski Race – Winklespruit LSC 11 Jan Crusaders Nite Race – KCC Clubhouse Blue Lagoon 15 Jan Hi-Q Challenge – Bon Accord Park, Albert Falls Dam CRICKET: T20 CHALLENGE 4 Dec 10:00 Lions vs Warriors; 14:30 Dolphins vs Cobras 11 Dec Dolphins vs Knights Both matches at Sahara Stadium Kingsmead
4, 11, 18 & 21 Dec at Scottsville (033 345 3405) ROAD RUNNING 4 Dec 06:00 BMG Stainbank Cup 10km Walk & 15km Run – Yellowwood Park Sports Club (083 384 4053) 11 Dec 06:00 Illovo Sugar 15km Christmas Challenge – Westville Athletic Club (082 414 1783) 15 Dec 18:15 Mandela Challenge 5/10km Run/Walk – Green Hub, Blue Lagoon (083 783 6363) 18 Dec Umhlanga Summer Trail Run/ Walk – Umhlanga Promenade (083 306 3557) SOCCER
CRICKET: SUNFOIL 4-DAY SERIES
14 Dec 19:30 Golden Arrows vs Bidvest Wits – Chatsworth Stadium
5 Jan 09:00 Dolphins vs Warriors – Sahara Stadium Kingsmead
21 Dec 19:30 Golden Arrows vs Kaizer Chiefs – Moses Mabhida Stadium
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Experience the pulse of true urban township culture and party away the night amongst good friends, good food and good music at one of the upmarket and popular venues on offer in Clermont, Umlazi or KwaMashu. Visit one of the Shisanyama’s or Township Cafés for a unique culinary adventure and mingle with the locals as you eat, drink and jive together. Umlazi Max Lifestyle Tel: 031-906 1393 Eyadini Lounge Tel: 031-906 1395 Clermont Comfort Zone Tel: 061 319 6314 Shadows Tavern Cell: 083 553 7898
Meat Café Cell: 083 354 3985 Tate’s Kasi Grill Cell: 082 833 1810 Inanda Under the Moon Cell: 082 888 3444 Tel: 031 519 0841 KwaMaShu One & Only Cell: 082 964 3289
For more info contact: Umlazi Township Tourism - Sibusiso at 076 252 5375 Clermont Kwadabeka Tourism 031-711 2326 | Dbn Tourism – 031-322 4164 Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 13
FAMILY FUN & ATTRACTIONS The BEACHES along Durban’s golden coastline are a huge drawcard for tourists, with two of them – Westbrook Beach and uShaka Beach – enjoying full Blue Flag status while another five have pilot status (Brighton Beach, Umhlanga Main, Umdloti Main and Tidal and Umgababa). BEACHFRONT PROMENADE stretching from Blue Lagoon in the north to uShaka Marine World in the south, and providing the perfect seaside environment for cyclists, joggers and walkers. Nine beaches in KZN were awarded full BLUE FLAG STATUS for the 2016/17 summer season, including uShaka and Westbrook in Durban (both for two years in a row), while Amanzimtoti, Brighton, Umgababa, Umdloti Main & Tidal, and Umhlanga Main beaches received pilot Blue Flag status.
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USHAKA MARINE WORLD (031 328 8000) is Africa’s largest marine theme park and comprises dolphin and seal stadia, a snorkel reef and dive tank, water adventure centre, kids’ entertainment zone and a pristine stretch of beach. The colourful Art Deco styled SUNCOAST CASINO & ENTERTAINMENT WORLD (031 328 3000) is situated alongside a lovely stretch of beach and boasts speciality shops, cinemas, restaurants and a hotel. 4 Dec 14:00 Chill out to live music with Sunday Beats; 17 Dec 15:00-17:00 Free open air Salsa lessons (079 523 7147). The new DURBAN ICE ARENA (031 332 4597) at 81 Somtseu Road boasts a brand new ice surface, new ice skates and new elements of fun for everyone, catering for birthdays and corporate events and offering various dining options.
ISLE OF CAPRI We will take you on an UNFORGETTABLE trip around Durban. Durban Harbour is the Biggest and busiest harbour in the southern hemisphere. There is so much to see, that the trip would seem shorter, than what it was. We will show you enormous ship up close. We will also ensure that you spend an informative hour on the boat. We also show visitors the different docking points, Cargo Loading Areas and Durban’s famous North Pier, where large cargo vessels exit the harbour through, what with respect to shipping, is a very narrow channel. Our knowledgeable staff is well versed on local sea and marine life, and is on hand to discuss and answer, questions in this regard.
SARIE MARAIS We offer the most unique and extraordinary boat trips and cruises in Durban. We are located in Durban - South Africa’s capital of fun. The Durban habour is the biggest and busiest port in SA, offering a great vibrant atmosphere. We offer standard cruises for both personal and corporate events, and can accommodate of 17 to 57 people on our boats. Whether you are organising educational sea cruises or you would like to rent out one of the boats to use as a party boat; we can help. Partner with us to plan the boat party to trump all others or a simple boat cruise and find out about boat availability today!
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FAMILY FUN & ATTRACTIONS Visit Durban’s most popular AMUSEMENT PARKS comprising uShaka Kids’ World (031 328 8000) at uShaka Marine World, which has exciting interactive zones and one of Africa’s largest jungle gyms; Electric Avenue (031 566 1897), Mr Funtubbles Fabulous Family Fun Fair (031 584 6645) and action karting, ten-pin bowling and adventure putt-putt (031 566 2247) at Gateway; Funworld (031 332 9776) on the Durban beachfront; and the Superbowling Family Entertainment Centre (031 904 5770) at Galleria Shopping Centre in Amanzimtoti (031 904 2233).
supertubes as well as a flowrider, pumptrax, splashpad and toddler zone.
The refurbished MINI TOWN (031 337 7892) on North Beach
SIBAYA CASINO & ENTERTAINMENT KINGDOM (031 580 5000) has over 1000 slot & 24 touch-bet roulette machines as well as roulette, blackjack & poker tables, & to mention a luxury hotel & conference facilities, iZulu Theatre, Krakatoa Bar
WATER WONDERLANDS of Wet ‘n Wild (031 328 8000) at uShaka Marine World, with its slides and pools, and Go Wild at Gateway’s Wavehouse (031 584 9404) which offers
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Experience a 360-degree view of Durban and the Indian Ocean from the iconic arch of MOSES MABHIDA STADIUM (031 582 8242). The Skycar takes visitors on a two-minute trip to the 106 metre high Sky Platform, the stadium arch’s highest point; Mon-Sun 09:00-18:00. The Big Rush Big Swing (031 332 3250) is the world’s only stadium swing! WILSON’S WHARF (031 337 7751) waterfront marina on Durban’s Victoria embankment.
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FAMILY FUN & ATTRACTIONS Mangwanani Spa and children’s entertainment centre. DURBAN BOTANIC GARDENS (031 332 4000) in John Zikhali (Sydenham) Road. Guided Golf Cart Tours (082 783 7671) Mon-Sun, 08:30-16:30 from the Visitors’ Complex. The beautiful MITCHELL PARK (031 303 2275) in Innes Road. Situated at 490 Riverside Road on the banks of the Umgeni, the UMGENI RIVER BIRD PARK (031 579 4600) There are free-flight bird shows at 11:00 & 14:00, Tues-Sun, and a tea garden serving refreshments. Open daily 08:00-16:30, Durban’s GREEN HUB (031 322 6026/7 or www.durbangreencorridor.co.za) lies on the south bank of the uMngeni River estuary. Canoes, mountain bikes and pedal cars may be hired; guided trails along the river are offered.
Join a djembe drumming circle at THE DRUMSHACK (083 704 4879) situated at 9 Jacko Jackson Drive, Morningside. Children can hop aboard the mini-train at the Model Engineers’ MINIATURE RAILWAY (031 205 1089) at Kellaway Hall, Virginia, on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month,11:00-16:00. The only organisation of its kind in the world, the SHARKS BOARD (031 566 0400) in Umhlanga. MAKARANGA GARDEN LODGE (031 764 6616) is a botanical wonderland situated off Igwbaba Road, Kloof. Situated at 110 Stockville Road, Westmead, GIBA GORGE MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK (031 769 1527) offers a variety of MTB trails, a BMX track, super cross track and cycle clinic, as well as horseback trails, and has picnic spots, a kids’ play area and restaurant.
Feel The Rhythm Of Africa FREE ENTRY INCLUDES • Restaurants • Kids Play Area • Curios • View • Shield Factory
ACTIVITIES - FROM R40 • Zulu Village and Dance • Game Drives • Reptile Park • Fear Factor Challenge • Creature Cave Accommodation Team Building Kids Parties Conferences Weddings - Valley View or Bush Venue
www.phezulusafaripark.co.za
Contact us: 031 777 1000
info@phezulusafaripark.co.za • GPS: -29.75416 S – 030.72328 E
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FAMILY FUN & ATTRACTIONS AFRICAN BIRD OF PREY SANCTUARY (031 785 4382) situated just off the N3 on the Lion Park road. There are Zulu cultural experiences as well as game drives, crocodiles, snakes, a restaurant and children’s play zone at PHEZULU SAFARI PARK (031 777 1000). Visit an indoor trampoline park at JUMP4JOY with its interconnected trampolines, basketball slam dunk lanes and trampoline dodgeball, not to mention a bouncy foam pit. Branches in Durban North (031 563 0106) and Waterfall (031 766 0104). SOUTHERN ROCK CLIMBING GYM (031 705 3842 or at 5 Valley View Road, New Germany. Tours and trails The double-decker RICKSHA BUS (031 322 4164/4209). Booking and
departures from the Ricksha bus kiosk, Old Pavilion Site, North Beach. For something different, try a SEGWAY TOUR (031 303 4534) from Moses Mabhida Stadium. Also on offer are HELICOPTER FLIPS (Air Safaris 084 257 0835); or a BOAT CRUISE around the bay (Durban Charter Boat Association 031 301 1115, Isle of Capri 031 305 3099) or out to sea. The TOWNSHIP EXPERIENCE (031 322 4164) might include a local Shisanyama hangout, café or tavern in Umlazi (Max’s Lifestyle 031 906 1393), Clermont (The Comfort Zone 073 454 8171) or Inanda (Sbu’s Lounge 031 510 2337). HARE KRISHNA TEMPLE OF UNDERSTANDING (031 403 3328) is open for tours and serves great vegetarian food.
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THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENT BARNYARD THEATRE (031 566 3045) Until 31 Dec ‘The Hollywood walk of fame’ showcases the greatest music from the greatest movies to ever hit the silver screen; 5 Dec ‘Swing City’ is a three-piece ensemble, backed by a full jazz orchestra and band, celebrating their love of jazz, swing and blues, but adding a modern twist to the genre; 11 Dec ‘The best of Simon & Garfunkel’ showcases the story as well as the iconic music of this famous duo; 16 Dec ‘Hey now, hey now now’ will be rocking Youth Day and the start of the festive season with an 80s alternative tribute; 19 Dec The Blarney Brothers; 6-9 Jan Urban Circus; 27-29 Jan ‘Creedence Clearwater Revival’ by Durban-based icons, The Black Lapels. THE PLAYHOUSE (031 369 9555 or 031 369 9456) 231 Anton Lembede (Smith) Street in Durban’s CBD is an important performing arts venue housing three theatres: the Opera, Loft and Drama. Until 30 Dec A sparkling new production of ‘The Sound of Music’ directed by award-winning theatre director and actor, Ralph Lawson; 2 Dec ‘Sundowners and poetry’ evening featuring Malini and poets Zamoh Cofi, Sandile Mnikathi, Thando Fuze and Confiscated Identity; 2-4 Dec ‘In blood’ is an inspiring showcase of talent by artists with different kinds of disabilities from the rural areas of KZN; 9 Dec ‘Sundowners and poetry’ featuring Zanele Nduli, the Unlimited Band and The Next Level music group; 15 Dec ‘Sundowners and poetry’ with Beat Route and Philani Ngidi; 15 Dec ‘Durban Comedy Night’ brings together some of the best comedians for a one night only primetime show, with a line-up featuring Felix Hlophe, Fly Motion Makhanya, Siyanda Maphumulo, Simphiwe Shembe and Justice Khubeka, supported by Qatha Khuzwayo and many more; 15-24 Dec ‘The game’ is
set in a fictitious Middleburg prison in 1993, against the backdrop of a South Africa preparing for its first ever democratic election; 22-23 Dec ‘Glued’ is a not-to-be-missed comedy skit about TV, with three performers playing different but very identifiable characters. ELIZABETH SNEDDON THEATRE (031 260 2296) at the University of KZN’s Howard College Campus is home to one of Durban’s busiest commercial theatres, and hosts a range of shows, from rock ‘n roll to dance and drama, as well as festivals. 2 Dec-8 Jan The traditional family pantomime ‘Sleeping Beauty’ is KickstArt’s much anticipated contribution to festive season entertainment. With design inspired by the film ‘Frozen’, this magical tale unfolds in an enchanted Scandinavian country of gothic towers, snow, crystal and ice. RHUMBELOW THEATRE (031 205 7602) is a popular venue well known for its drag shows and musicals, situated in Cunningham Avenue, Umbilo. Until 22 Dec ‘Criss Cross Christmas’ and ‘Rumpelstiltskin’ – two fabulous festive season shows for the little ones, alternating daily at 11:00 & 13:30; 2-4 Dec ‘Cold Fact – Rodrigues’ a musical tribute to the man who became a symbol of rebellion for the underground white, anti-apartheid sub-culture in South Africa, performed by Barry Thomson and ‘The Reals’; 9-18 Dec ‘The chain – The Fleetwood Mac story’ is an episodic saga that spans more than 30 years, from 1967 when they began as a British blues band to their transformation into a California-based pop group in the mid-70s; 23-24 Dec ‘Christmas cheer’ offers a festive season song-sheet with an ace team of musicians and singers playing a merry mix of Rock ‘n Roll party favourites. Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 21
THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENT IZULU THEATRE Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom (031 580 5701) 2-4 Dec ‘Aunty Rumba: Enuff Is Enuff’ is a ridiculously funny comedy set to the music of the 80s and 90s; 9 Dec-15 Jan ‘The greatest love of all: The Whitney Houston Show’ returns by popular demand to pay tribute to one of the world’s most admired pop divas. CONCERTS & LIVE ACTS OVERLOAD 2 Dec 20:00 International dance sensation, Atmozfears, perform live alongside more than 40 of South Africa’s top artists – The Warehouse, Ballance Rd, Stamford Hill. ITALIAN OPERA NIGHT 3 Dec The Italian Club on Fairway. (073 852 2482) SONU NIGAM LIVE & ATIF ASLAM 3 Dec 19:30 Mega Bollywood concert featuring superstars Sonu Nigam and Atif Aslam performing together on one stage – Durban ICC. (031 360 1000 or 031 823 4220 for VIP tickets) OLD MUTUAL MUSIC AT THE LAKE 3 Dec 17:00 A Christmas-themed festival of acoustic music, an open air cinema and craft market – Durban Botanic Gardens. (031 322 4021 or Webtickets) A SHOW OF CHUTNEY NAGARA 11 Dec 15:00 An Indian cultural show with music, dance, singing and comedy – Sunford Community Hall, Phoenix. DIRTY ROTTEN 14 Dec 20:30 A ‘no rules’ comedy show-down with SA legend John Vlismas hosting some of the funniest acts in the country – Amsterdam Restaurant & Bar. KILL OR DIE 15 Dec 20:30 The hilarious Neville Pillay hosts a very special comedy show in which nine up-and-coming local acts get five minutes each to impress – New York Restaurant & Bar, Morningside. 22 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
HEADLINERS! 15 &16 Dec 20:30 Part of the Savanna Durban Summer Comedy Festival, these two big gala shows feature SA’s hottest comedians – Durban Jewish Club, North Beach. LOCALS ONLY! 17 Dec 20:30 Catch local favourite Jem Atkins who hosts a star-studded line-up of eight of Durban’s funniest comedians in this grand finale of the Savanna Durban Summer Comedy Festival – The Plant, 5 Station Drive. THE JOKE MASTERS COMEDY SHOW 21&22 Dec 20:00 A line-up of SA’s best stand-up comedians – Durban City Hall. 1ST ANNUAL COMEDY CONNECTIONS: REUNION 21& 22 Dec 19:00 Stand-up comedy featuring local and national comedians – The Bat Centre. DURBAN CALLING 17 Dec 18:00 Headline acts include MiCasa, Locnville and Roger Goode – The Wave House, Gateway. DURBAN UNDERGROUND 26 Dec Wavehouse, Gateway. (082 351 4688) 8th ANNUAL GOSPEL ALL STARS 31 Dec 18:00 Durban Centrum Park. MUSIC & DANCE VENUES RAINBOW RESTAURANT (23 Stanfield Lane, Pinetown, 083 463 8044 / 031 702 9161 or www.therainbow.co.za) 4 Dec 13:00 The Melvin Peters Quartet. SUNCOAST 4 Dec 14:00-16:00 Sunday Beats featuring Hunter. BLUE DOLPHIN BAR (Blue Waters Hotel, 175 Snell Parade) Live, unplugged music every Saturday from 15:00-17:00. 10 Dec Folk invasion with Aden Hinds and Jade Green. BERTOUA CAFÉ LOUNGE (Musgrave Road, 031 828 1979) Jazz concerts every Sunday from 15:00-19:00.
ART GALLERIES, MUSEUMS & CULTURE DURBAN ART GALLERY (Durban City Hall, 031 311 2264/9) Artworks encompass Europe, the East and Africa, dating from the 15th century to the present day. Displays from the permanent collection are interspersed with traveling exhibitions of contemporary and historic paintings and artefacts. Open Mon-Sat 08:3016:00, Sun 11:00-16:00. KZNSA GALLERY (166 Bulwer Rd, Glenwood, 031 277 1705, www. kznsagallery.co.za) Tues-Fri 09:0017:00, Sat 09:00-16:00, Sun 10:0015:00. Home of the KwaZulu-Natal Society of Arts, the gallery features an exciting and ever-changing array of exhibitions by local and international artists, while the gallery shop contains an excellent selection of imaginative arts and crafts. Until 15 Jan ‘Delicious Durban: Buzzart16’ showcases the very best of local art, design, clothing, jewellery, gifts and homeware.
ARTISAN CONTEMPORARY GALLERY (Ingrid Smith, 344 Florida Rd, 031 312 4364 or info@artisan.co.za) Silver jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, paintings, textiles, wooden pieces and more, all hand-crafted by South African artists. Mon-Fri 09:30-17:00; Sat & public holidays 09:00-13:00. The Artisan Collection is a signature range of jewellery designed exclusively for the gallery by some of KZN and South Africa’s top silversmiths and jewellers. Until mid-Jan The end-of-year open exhibition ‘Ensemble 2016’ celebrates artworks with the theme of ‘What makes you smile?’. LONGMYND ART GALLERY (24 Old Main Rd, Hillcrest, 031 765 2878) This purpose-built gallery showcases an interesting and diverse selection of traditional, contemporary and modern art by early and mid-career artists as well as fine investment art by South African
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ART GALLERIES, MUSEUMS & CULTURE masters. Original bronze sculptures and ceramics by internationally acclaimed sculptors are on permanent display. WOZA MOYA GALLERY (237 Old Main Road, Botha’s Hill, 031 765 5866) Gallery hours 08:0016:00 1 Dec-25 Jan Miyuke Mbali exhibition showcasing beaded jewellery and sculpture. The finest Japanese Miyuke beads are used to create exquisitely delicate beadwork. ARTSPACE DURBAN (3 Millar Rd, off Umgeni Rd, 031 312 0793) Comprising two galleries as well as an art class studio, it also provides studio spaces for people building creative businesses. Until 1 Dec ‘Faces of Durban’ is a portrait series by Janine Jollands. ELIZABETH GORDON GALLERY (120 Florida Rd, 031 303 8133) Fine art by leading South African artists. Gallery hours 08:00-16:30 Mon-Fri & 09:00-12.30 Sat. The latest selection of new works includes landscapes by Swaziland-born artist Celimpilo Dlamini, whose preferred medium is oils because of the different effects which can be achieved and their richness of colour. RIVERTOWN CONTEMPORARY GALLERY (102-120 Florence Nzama St, 031 311 2263). AFRICAN ART CENTRE (94 Florida Rd, 031 312 3804) Nurturing and promoting the work of original artists and craftspeople, the gallery features a variety of high quality fine art, Zulu beadwork, ceramics and baskets. Every purchase made from the African Art Centre provides income and employment for more than 600 artists and crafters currently supported by the Centre. THE DODDS GALLERY (Green With Envy, 281 Vause Rd, 031 220 2041) The gallery specialises in fine South
African art, bronzes and collectables, showcasing artists such as Roelof Rossouw, Tony de Freitas and Llewellyn Davies. Heritage and history DURBAN NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM (First Floor, Durban City Hall, 031 311 2256/42) is the most-visited natural science museum in the country, attracting just under 300 000 visitors annually. The Natural Science Museum Research Centre offers the public access to the third largest collection of birds in Africa! Open Mon-Sat 08:3016:00; Sun & holidays 11:00-16:00. Education on the Holocaust and other human rights abuses at DURBAN HOLOCAUST CENTRE (Durban Jewish Centre, 44 KE Masinga Rd, 031 368 6833 or projects@djc.co.za). Explore NAUTICAL HISTORY at the Natal Maritime Museum (Small Crafts Basin, 031 311 2230), with REGIONAL CULTURE & HISTORY at the Campbell Collections (220 Gladys Mazibuko Rd: tours 031 207 3432, library 031 207 3711) and SOUTHERN AFRICAN ARTEFACTS at Phansi Museum (Cnr 41 Cedar & Esther Roberts roads, 031 206 2889). There’s APARTHEID HISTORY at Kwa Muhle Museum (130 Braam Fischer Rd, 031 311 2213) and Cato Manor Heritage Centre (750 Rick Turner Rd, 031 261 3216); INDIAN CULTURE at Durban Cultural & Documentation Centre (Cnr Epsom Rd & Derby St, 031 309 7559); COLONIAL & PRECOLONIAL HISTORY at Old House Museum (31 St Andrews St, 031 311 2261) and Old Court House Museum (77 Samora Machel St, 031 311 2225); and information on the 1848 GERMAN SETTLERS at Bergtheil Local History Museum (16 Queens Ave, Westville, 031 203 7107). Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 25
Durban Art Gallery Durban Art Gallery boasts a wide selection of South African contemporary art. With over a century of history, this gallery is also home to over 3,500 artworks, including British, French and Dutch paintings. The gallery hosts a variety of activities including lectures, classes, films and roaming art exhibitions. The INK Creative Art Centre Tel: 031 311 2275 Rivertown Contemporary Tel: 031 335 3486
Opening hours: Mon to Fri: 08h00 -16h00, Sat: 08h30 -16h00 Sun + Public Holidays: 11h00 - 16h00 Closed on Christmas Day. The Durban Art Gallery has two satellite centres that are available to artists and the public for events and meetings.
2nd floor—Durban City Hall, Anton Lembede Street, Durban Tel: 031 311 2264 | Fax: 031 311 2273 | Email: Mduduzi.Xakaza@durban.gov.za
GROUP XMAS EXHIBITION DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER. “TOWN & COUNTRY” Cold Water Morning by Karen Fortune 51 x 26 unfr.
Opening Times: Monday to Friday: 08h00 – 16h30 Saturday: 09h00 – 12h30
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VISIT THE LARGEST MOSQUE IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE You can attend the Mosque for a private tour or with your school or organization. You will be met personally by an official IPCI tour guide, who will introduce you to the basic tenets of Islam, the belief system and practices of Muslims.
BOOK YOUR TOUR ONLINE: www.ipci.co.za/mosquetours
Islamic Propagation Centre International www.ipci.co.za
IPCI Building | 4th Floor | 124 Denis Hurley Street | Durban P.O.Box 2439 | Durban 4000 | SA | Tel: 031 306 0026 | info@ipcisa.com
Look, Learn, Luminate.
ELIZABETH GORDON GALLERY The Elizabeth Gordon Gallery situated in an old Ewardian house in Florida Road is one of KZN’s leading commercial galleries. The Gallery is well stocked with original works by eminent SA artists and is constantly seeking out interesting emerging artists. The Gallery is well known for offering high quality conservation framing and specializes in an exclusive range of custom made hand gilded frames. Restoration of art works by highly trained and experienced restorers is also a speciality.
The Islamic Propagation Centre International (IPCI) was founded in 1957 by the Late Shaikh Ahmed Deedat. He had dedicated more than 40 years of his life presenting Islam, mainly to non-Muslims across the world. He had published over 20 books and distributed millions of copies of these free of charge. Several thousand people have come into the fold of Islam through Allah’s Grace and as a result of these efforts. In a fitting tribute to this achievement, he was awarded the King Faisal International award in 1986, a prestigious recognition of the value of his Dawah efforts in the world of Islam. Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 27
SHOPPING ARBOUR TOWN Amanzimtoti’s top shopping complex is made up of more than 230 stores, and comprises the Galleria (031 904 2233) shopping mall and Arbour Crossing (031 904 2064). GATEWAY THEATRE OF SHOPPING (031 566 2332) Durban’s largest shopping mall, Gateway is situated in Umhlanga and boasts more than 350 top stores, over 50 restaurants, 18 cinemas, Cinema Nouveaux, Barnyard Supper Theatre, amusement centre and funfair. LA LUCIA MALL (031 562 8420) This exclusive shopping destination offers a wide range of over 130 international, national and local retail, restaurants and service related businesses under one roof. There are 1 400 free parking bays, 780 undercover pay parking bays, spacious exhibition courts, chill-out zones, as well as facilities for special needs shoppers. THE PAVILION (031 275 9818) Boasting family fun, fabulous fashion and fine food, just a five-minute drive from Durban, this premier shopping and entertainment destination attracts 1.8 million visitors per month. There are 230 retail outlets, 40 restaurants and 12 Nu Metro cinemas, not to mention bowling, arcade games, mini-golf, bumper cars and a laser maze at the Fun Company, and free open parking. Open daily 09:00-19:00. MUSGRAVE CENTRE (031 277 8420) Situated on the Berea with a range 28 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
of retail outlets, from supermarkets to jewellery stores, as well as seven cinemas, this is one of Durban’s oldest and best-loved centres. OXFORD VILLAGE (031 765 2500) Shopping centre with a family focus developed on the site of the old Heritage Market. Covering approximately 16 000 square metres, it boasts an Oxford Freshmarket store as its anchor tenant, as well as a covered, all-weather market. WATERCREST MALL (031 763 1551) Situated at 141 Inanda Road, this is the ultimate regional shopping destination in the upper highway area, encompassing over 120 retail stores and covering 44 000 square metres. Facilities include 24-hour security, a car wash and wheelchair access. WESTWOOD MALL (031 279 2160) Two floors of retail shopping as well as a number of good eateries, situated near 45th Cutting, Westville. Markets CHILD WELFARE DONATION STATION JUMBLE SALE (031 312 9313) 2 Dec 09:00-13:00 20 Clarence Road. MARKET ON MIDDLE (011 523 7000) 2 Dec 16:00-21:00 A fun night out and about with great stalls and fabulous food at Rivers Church, 2 Spathodia Place, Glenhills. HILLCREST AIDS CENTRE CHRISTMAS MARKET (031 765 5866) 3 Dec 08:00-14:00 A special Christmas market with handmade local goods
– beautiful beaded Christmas decorations, kids’ activity area, tea garden and live music.
wonderful Christmas buys at Outlet Park, uMhlanga New Town Centre’s newest mixed-used development.
CHRISTMAS OPEN AIR CINEMA & MARKET 3 Dec Featuring craft traders from the Shongweni Farmers’ Market at Durban Botanic Gardens.
KZN CHRISTMAS MARKET FESTIVAL (083 267 2424) 13-17 Dec The biggest market with the biggest difference, offering more than 200 stalls with good quality, uniquely different products, as well as a vast array of locally crafted goods and a food court. City Hill Church, Hillcrest; Tues-Fri 09:00-20:00; Sat 09:00-13:00.
I ♥ MARKET (031 582 8242 or www.iheartmarket.blogspot.com) Local foodies and designers on the first Saturday of every month, 09:0014:00, on the Imbizo Lawns, Moses Mabhida Stadium. 3, 10 & 17 Dec Special Christmas markets. UMHLANGA CHRISTMAS MARKET (031 566 5000) 10 Dec 09:00-15:00 An assortment of top traders offering
ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET (031 277 8420) Musgrave Centre Parking Lot, Level 5, on the first Friday of the month from 17:00 to 21:30 with music, food and crafts. On 16 Dec
See the new shop at 32 Arbour Crossing (opp. Makro). They stock a variety of fashion handbags. Genuine leather shoes sizes 3 to 10. Lay-byes 3 months. It is the ideal opportunity to please yourself and at the same time support local. The factory has been going for ±39 years and Marlene’s brother, the founding member. The shoes are made in SA. Owners Marlene & Tracy have a quarter decade of experience between them & decided to go on their own for the first time with Froggie backing them. Shop 32 Arbour Crossing, Amanzimtoti (opp. Makro) FOR HOLIDAY HOURS CONTACT 063 414 0883 / 083 325 4566 TRADING HOURS: Mon to Fri 9am - 6pm / Sat 9am - 5pm / Sun & Public Holidays 9am - 4pm Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 29
SHOPPING there will be an additional Christmas Market. SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET (031 777 1674) Crafts as well as a variety of food and farm produce every Saturday from 06:3011:30 at Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni; see www.shongwenimarket.co.za for directions. Four-day Christmas extravaganza on 15 Dec 14:00-19:00; 16 Dec 10:00-16:00; 17 Dec 06:3013:00 & 18 Dec 10:00-15:00. MORNING TRADE MARKET Artisanal fare and farm produce every Sunday from 08:00-13:00 at 5 Station Drive. VICTORIA STREET MARKET (031 306 4021) Durban’s original Indian market in Berta Mkhize Street is open daily and sells everything from brass ornaments, curios and clothing to fish, spices and music. KLOOF & HIGHWAY SPCA MARKET (031 764 1212) Open market days every week: Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays 08:00-12:00 with amazing bargains, delicious food and live entertainment, a tea garden (which has a Wi-Fi hotspot), children’s play area and five jungle gyms. THE STABLES (031 312 3058) Antiques, food, fine art, books, fashion, music and much more in a family and pet-friendly environment. Jacko Jackson Drive, next to King’s Park; open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 18:00-22:00, Sundays & public holidays 10:00-17:00. Open 9 Dec-4 Jan over the holidays. 30 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
AMPHITHEATRE CRAFT MARKET (031 301 3200) Durban Beachfront every Sunday 09:00-16:00 with the focus on curios and textiles. DURBAN FRESH PRODUCE MARKET (031 465 1691) Located at 81 Flower Road in Clairwood, this is a favourite spot to find fresh fruit and vegetables at bargain prices, and is open Monday to Friday 05:30-10:45 and Saturdays 05:30-09:30. WONDER MARKET (079 747 7661) Offers food, craft and more in the beautiful surroundings of Chris Saunders Park, opposite Gateway, on the last Sunday of the month 09:0014:00. 11 & 18 Dec Festive markets. GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET (083 262 3693) Offers a variety of fresh and homemade produce, craft stalls, live music and an adventure playground for children. Located in Uitsig Road behind Hyper-by-the-Sea, Durban North, most Sundays 10:0015:30. See press for December market days. UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET (082 413 1887) Takes place every Wednesday 10:00-13:00, Autumn Drive, Prestondale. GREYVILLE CAR BOOT & SECOND HAND CLOTHING MARKET (083 300 2999) Behind Greyville Racecourse, First Avenue, takes place on a Sunday between 05:00 and 15:00.
RESTAURANTS
INTERNATIONAL African Peninsula .................031 467 3144 9th Avenue Bistro.................031 312 9134 Antique Café ..........................031 303 5959 Audacia Manor .....................031 303 9520 Blue Bay Café.........................031 568 2229 Beluga......................................031 584 7430 Bertuoa....................................031 828 1979 Bellevue Café.........................031 717 2780 Big Easy Winebar & Grill, Hilton Hotel............................031 336 8166 Blue Square............................031 202 2003 Blue Zoo..................................031 303 2265 Boiler Room Café .................031 312 9134 Bonne Vie................................031 837 4168 Boutique Boulangerie..........031 201 2406 Brasserie, Edward Hotel.....031 337 3681 Café 66.....................................079 448 1672 Café 1999...............................031 202 3406 Café Jiran.................................031 332 4485 California Dreaming.............031 332 0037 Cappello...................................031 312 9843 Camden 031 Comedy Club & Bistro.........061 028 7248 Cargo Hold, uShaka Marine World .........031 328 8065 Chill...........................................031 303 9095 Chilliplum................................031 765 2590 Cielo..........................................031 566 5417 Coco’s on Florida...................031 303 4904 Corner Cafe.............................031 201 0219 Cosmopolitan.........................031 566 1814 Crusts Café & Restaurant..031 826 9690 Delish.......................................031 205 7202 Dougiwe’s...............................031 572 7499 Dish, Royal Palm Hotel.......031 581 8181 Distillery..................................087 941 4540 Earthmother Organic...........031 303 2288 Eatwise....................................031 271 3275 Elements, Beverley Hills Hotel ….........031 561 2211 El-Arish....................................031 467 9576 Eora ..........................................031 561 7541 Factory Café ..........................031 205 3283 Fourteen on Chartwell........031 561 1017 Freedom Café .......................031 309 4434 Freshly Ground Café............031 765 4261 Fusion ......................................031 202 6182 Glenwood Bakery ................072 614 6081 Glenwood Restaurant.........031 201 0745 Harbour Cruise .....................084 456 4000 Hashtag...................................031 837 8762 Havana Grill.......................031 337 1305 Harvey’s...................................031 561 4977
Hingham Nursery.................076 812 3886 Indulge.....................................031 309 2559 In Joy.........................................078 699 0613 Intaba View .......................031 783 4011
Trading as a restaurant from Monday to Sunday, it boasts a large wrap around patio and outdoor deck overlooking the majestic Valley of 1000 Hills.
It’s All Good Organic Grocer & Café ........................031 563 2289 Jam, Quarters Hotel.............031 303 5246 Joop’s Place............................031 312 9135 La Tala, Tala Private Game Reserve.......................031 781 8013 La Vue.......................................074 072 4909 Life Savours............................031 561 5346 KUD’TA, Wilson’s Wharf......076 448 7066 Little Havana.....................031 561 7589
A world class grill room and an ultimate destination for the meat and seafood lover.
Lola’s Bistro............................031 828 7011 Lords and Legends Bluff........................................031 467 1677 Amanzimtoti........................031 903 4534 Maritimo’s, Cabana Beach.031 561 5672 Market......................................031 309 8581 Mayfair Café...........................031 563 2599 Mundo Vida............................031 568 2286 Nonna, Makaranga Garden Lodge.........................031 764 6616 Nourish Durban North.......................031 564 3149 Westville................................031 266 6124 Nouriti Health Café ..............031 572 2390 Oscars Berea .....................................031 208 5848 Hillcrest ................................031 765 7326 Oyster Box Grill......................031 514 5000 Pallet Jack’s............................031 765 2954 Parc Café ................................031 205 7285 Pasha’s....................................031 562 0564 Picasso’s..................................031 765 3915 Pier 107, Beach Hotel.........031 337 5511 PL8............................................031 312 8907 Plum ........................................031 312 6250 Poco Loco................................031 262 0684 Pop-Up Society.....................031 201 5566 Quo............................................082 320 7906 315 Restaurant.....................031 271 8200 Rendezvous ...........................031 561 4749 Republik ..................................031 573 1429 RocoMamas Durban North......................031 563 0925 Umhlanga Ridge ...............031 566 2441 Westville..............................031 266 0918 Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 31
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Riverside Café .......................031 563 0600 S43............................................031 303 2747 Sevruga ...................................031 584 7444 Smokin’ Joe’s..........................031 201 2343= Spice Restaurant & Bar......032 943 3558 Sprigs.......................................031 764 6031 St Clements Garden Café...031 202 2511 St James Boutique Hotel....031 312 2317 Steak and Ale ........................031 561 7234 The Sugar Club, Beverly Hills Hotel................031 561 2211 Tashas......................................031 566 5209 The Address...........................031 303 8822 The Coop.................................031 563 2452 The Courtyard .......................031 312 5999 Three Chefs Bistro................031 566 2040 The Lookout ..........................031 562 1415 The Olive Garden ..................031 768 1314 The Press Club ......................031 561 7117 The Prep Room......................083 794 5875 The Saint James....................031 312 9488 Union Square Durban North........................031 563 0923 Hillcrest.................................031 765 3836 Vintage Café ..........................073 211 5567 Vovo Telo Umhlanga ...........031 561 6593 Wodka......................................031 332 8190 Woodcutters’ ........................031 266 1843 Zack’s North Beach.........................031 368 6800 Wilson’s Wharf....................031 305 1677 Windermere Centre............031 312 0755 Zara’s Café Durban North.......................031 563 1461 Umhlanga .............................031 561 2511 Zest...........................................031 764 4867 ITALIAN & PIZZA Al Firenze................................031 572 5559 Andrea’s La Dolce Vita........031 572 4075 Angelo’s...................................031 561 3245 Aurelia’s...................................031 566 2725 Bel Punto................................031 568 2407 Caffe Italia ..............................031 572 5670 Ciao Bella Café ......................031 332 5917 Giorgio’s...................................031 903 1556 Hubcaps Woodfired Pizza.. 031 309 3203 The Gazette............................031 303 8099 La Bella Trattoria Essenwood...........................031 201 9176 Riverside................................031 573 1182 La Casa Nostra......................031 568 1996 La Pizza Pazza Kloof ....................................031 764 0749 Lupa Osteria 32 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
Durban North.......................031 941 1181 Umhlanga..............................031 765 3059 Westville................................031 266 8793 Luigi’s.......................................031 561 3988 Luna Blu...................................031 312 4665 The Mad Italian......................031 573 2938 Mama Luciana’s Greyville.................................031 303 8350 Glenashley............................031 562 1405 Marco Paulo Bistro ..............031 502 2221 My Restaurant ......................031 572 2604 Old Town Italy........................031 566 5008 Olive & Oil Glenwood..............................031 201 6146 Umhlanga..............................031 561 2618 Hillcrest.................................031 765 6214 Papa Giovanni’s.....................031 765 3617 Pesto, The Palace Resort...031 332 8351 Primi Polo ...............................031 765 6920 Remo’s Mt Edgecombe....................031 539 5955 Umhlanga .............................031 561 7143 Roma Revolving ...............031 337 6707 We are fully licensed and specialize in Italian cuisine. Delicacies include continental dishes, seafood and fresh game dishes.
Scoozi.......................................031 563 4444 Speza .......................................031 764 2552 Spiga D’oro ............................031 303 9511 Stretta Cuchina......................031 765 8862 Trattoria La Piazza................031 765 7876 INDIAN & CURRY Al Mehran................................031 332 5127 Auntie Nita’s Curry Den .....073 260 2147 A Taste of India......................031 303 7049 Bombay Blu ...........................031 564 7914 Capsicum, Britannia Hotel .....................031 303 2266 Cane Cutters...........................031 201 1603 Casablanca..............................031 312 4648 Chiftetilli..................................031 303 7374 Dalchini ...................................031 837 1016 Gateway to India...................031 566 5711 Govinda’s Pure Vegetarian Restaurant........031 403 4600 Indian Connection …............031 312 1440 Indian Summer .....................031 562 1234 Jaipur Palace ..........................031 563 0287 Jeera, Suncoast Towers......031 314 7878 Jewel of India, Elangeni Hotel.......................031 362 1300 Kashmir...................................031 561 7486 Kebabish Tikka.......................031 368 1844 Little Gujarat..........................031 305 3148
Wishing all our readers a joyous Festive Season & a prosperous New Year
TO ADVERTISE IN WHATS ON CONTACT 031 564 3425 or email: jen@azalea.co.za Check out our Website to view our Brochures & Maps
www.azalea.co.za
Intaba View is located in the majestic Valley of 1000 Hills. With a panoramic view of this magnificent valley, dining is available on our outdoor deck as well as on our wraparound patio. The interior of our restaurant is classically styled and a large fireplace guarantees warmth on the coldest of days. Our extensive a la carte menu is available every day and our Buffet on a Sunday is a must for family celebrations. Intaba View – an experience of beauty. T: 031 783 4011 | E: info@intabaview.co.za Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 33
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Little India...............................031 201 1121 Mali’s Indian Restaurant ...031 312 8535 My Diners North Beach.........................031 332 5948 Overport................................031 207 2780 Westwood Mall...................031 266 1540 Palki..........................................031 201 0019 Panaji .......................................031 564 0828 Silverani’s Glenwood Village................031 201 1751 Suncoast Casino..................031 368 1396 Some Like It Hot Hillcrest.................................031 765 8372 Durban North.......................031 563 1322 Spice Palace ..........................031 309 1118 Sunrise Hse of Curries.........031 303 6076 Ulundi, Royal Hotel...............031 333 6000 Vrushiks Vegetarian Foods-031 368 7443 THAI, CHINESE & SUSHI Aroy Thai ................................031 262 1299 Bamboo Sushi Lounge........031 561 2705 Bite Your Tongue...................031 563 4419 China Plate..............................031 564 6437 Czar...........................................031 312 8001 Daruma, Elangeni Hotel.....031 362 1322 Ding Feng ...............................031 303 2887 Dragon City.............................031 563 2758 Emperor’s Kitchen, uShaka Village Walk.............031 332 5126 Foon Lok Nien........................031 266 2931 Golden Chopsticks........031 332 8858/8970 Gong Lok.................................031 303 4537 Greedy Buddha .....................031 566 4383 Green Mango.........................031 312 7054 Green Parrot .........................031 564 2939 Kebabish Tikka.......................031 368 1844 Kung Thai Durban North.......................031 564 5458 Umhlanga..............................031 561 2050 Le Thai......................................031 266 7368 Maan Hing .............................031 201 0115 Marulas....................................031 266 7600 Mei Xin.....................................031 201 5433 Ming Bow................................031 561 3789 Mooki Noodle Bar.................031 811 9199 Mo Noodles............................031 561 1722 Phuket Thai............................031 561 3162 Sea Horse................................031 584 7611 Siam Restaurant...................031 561 1237 So!Sushi...................................031 561 5393 Speak Sushi ...........................031 563 6464 Su Thai.....................................082 744 9955 Sushi Corner ..........................073 274 8649 Sun-Sun...................................031 564 4548 34 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
Takami Sushi .........................078 900 8694 Tare Panda..............................031 566 3138 Thai Wok & Sushi .................031 765 8525 Ton Hoi ....................................031 562 9933 Tong Lok..................................031 309 3467 Tong Whoo..............................031 562 1386 Tommy Sushi Shop...............074 336 8311 Wai Thai...................................031 765 5019 Yang..........................................031 765 5114 Yum Thai .................................031 572 7848 CONTINENTAL Black Forest Tavern..............031 702 2908 Fusion French Café...............-031 825 4357 Ile Maurice..............................031 561 7609 La Renaissance .....................031 337 1008 Le Trouquet.............................031 266 5388 St Moritz..................................031 764 6245 MEDITERRANEAN Bombay to Beirut ................031 332 1786 Café Limone, Gateway .......031 566 4417 Circle Café, Durban Jewish Club ...................................................031 368 6883 Delfi ..........................................031 312 7032 Falafel Fundi...........................083 783 6172 Gazi...........................................031 561 1967 Joe Cools..................................031 368 2858 The Mad Greek Taverna, Wilson’s Wharf......................031 305 1650 Myra’s Kitchen.......................031 561 7238 Santorini..................................031 312 9394 Splashes .................................031 572 3152 Thirteen-East Coast Eatery....071 108 0063 Yossi’s .....................................031 201 0090 SPANISH, PORTUGUESE & THE AMERICAS A Cabana.................................031 201 7924 A Gruta.....................................031 312 8675 A Tasca Durban North ....................031 563 2603 Malvern................................031 463 3411 Westville..............................031 262 2305 Adega Berea......................................031 207 8353 Gateway................................031 584 6311 Umhlanga Plaza..................031 561 4794 Barrio........................................031 566 7456 Bar Ba Coa .............................031 561 4106 Bazaruto’s...............................031 764 4406 Calisto’s...................................031 561 7030 Coimbra Queensmead Mall............031 205 5447 Gillitts ..................................082 877 0796 Cubana.....................................031 303 4383 El Toro .....................................031 564 3015 Fiélamigo.................................031 201 4048
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RESTAURANTS Four 15....................................031 564 0415 Gringo’s ...................................031 811 4258 Julio’s........................................031 201 3133 Julio’s Umhlanga...................031 561 1958 Julio’s on the Bay .................076 440 0057 Mo-Zam-Bik...........................031 836 1574 Neo Café..................................031 563 5546 Pintxada.............................082 688 1310
The Spanish-inspired fare is served as pintxos (the Basque take on tapas), which means that it’s all about sharing and sampling as much as you can off the menu, which changes weekly.
Ponta D’ouro .........................031 561 7849 Taco Zulu.................................031 303 9584 Tapas on the Block...............031 566 7500 Vicky Cristina’s.......................031 561 1000 FISH Aqua, Sibaya Casino ............031 580 5000 Cape Town Fish Market Gateway .............................031 566 4432 uShaka Marine World......031 337 0598 Suncoast..............................031 368 3320 Fat Fish....................................031 266 7556 Fish ..........................................031 561 2912 Jack Salmon ...........................031 572 3664 Jimmy’s Killer Prawns Musgrave............................031 201 2626 Glenashley..........................031 572 2866 Umhlanga ...........................031 561 7727 Kloof.......................................031 767 1293 John Dory’s Fish & Grill Kloof.....................................031 764 6079 Pavilion ...............................031 265 0013 Suncoast .............................031 332 5087 Gateway..............................031 566 3334 Wilson’s Wharf .................031 304 7669 Lord Prawn.............................031 561 1133 Café Fish..................................031 305 5062 The Oyster Bar & Zenbisushi Wilson’s Wharf..................031 307 7883 The Pirate’s Arms Wilson’s Wharf......................031 305 6364 Q 4 Prawns.............................031 765 2480 Sailor’s Bistro ........................031 561 1926 Zanzibar...................................031 916 3611 AFRICAN Afro’s Chicken Durban beachfront...........071 522 3070 Umhlanga............................061 418 7300 Café Abyssinia.......................031 836 4777 Croctilians, Phezulu Safari Park .............031 777 1119 Egagasini.................................031 337 6651 Habesha Café .......................076 046 2516 36 D4AS Dec-Jan 2017
KwaCucina, uShaka Marine World .........031 337 7663 Moyo, uShaka Pier ...........031 332 0606
A unique destination for a sophisticated African experience. Warm hospitality and modern African ambience.
Tate’s Kasi Grill, Clermont .082 833 1810 The Rainbow .........................031 702 9161 BUFFETS A2A, Sibaya Casino ..............031 580 5168 Brasserie, Edward Hotel.....031 337 3681 Chantecler Hotel...................031 765 2613 The Lingela, Elangeni Hotel.......................031 362 1300 Mykonos, The Square, Umhlanga................................031 566 7031 Oyster Terrace, Oyster Box Hotel...................031 514 5000 Sondela Tavern, Sibaya Casino.........................031 580 5168 Rainbow Terrace, Hilton Hotel............................031 336 8100 Upper Deck, uShaka Marine World .........031 328 8068 PUBS & TAVERNS Billy the Bum’s.......................031 303 1988 BrewHaus...............................074 297 5746 Downtown Premium Bar & Bistro.........031 561 7740 Dropkick Murphies...............031 825 1858 Fat Baz Glenashley............................031 572 3152 Westville................................031 266 6545 George Tapas and Wine Bar..................................031 561 5850 Hooters ...................................031 561 2744 Jackie Horner Pub & Grill...............................031 202 9192 Keg and Thistle......................031 562 9018 Keg and Trout, Heritage Market ...................031 765 2070 Livingston’s............................031 562 9018 O’Bryan’s ................................079 638 8574 Sbu’s Lounge..........................083 726 0251 Shadows Tavern, Clermont.083 553 7898 Stella Sports Club ................031 201 7717 Stoker’s Arms .......................031 764 6706 Victoria Bar & Restaurant..031 337 4645 Waxy O’Connor’s ..................031 266 2565
TOURIST INFORMATION TOURISM INFORMATION OFFICES Durban Tourism.............031 322 4164 Airport Office..................031 322 6046 uShaka Office.................031 337 8099 Green Hub Office..........031 303 8476 Beach Information Office ...........................................031 322 4205 Gateway Office..............031 514 0572 Inanda Office..................031 519 2555 Thousand Hills Tourism ...........................................031 777 1874 Sapphire Coast Tourism ...........................................031 903 7498 Umhlanga Tourism ...........................................031 561 4257 Durban West Tourism ...........................................060 9267 694 USEFUL NUMBERS Police Flying Squad ...................10111 Fire & emergency.........031 361 0000 Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife ...........................................033 845 1000 Computicket ...........................................083 915 8000 AMBULANCES Metro Ambulance (all areas) ..........................................................10177 Netcare 24-hr emergency ......................................................082 911 Emergency Med. Rescue ...........................................031 302 9911 ER 24...........................................084 124 Citi-Med...........................080 033 3911 St John’s...........................031 305 6588 POPULATION Durban (eThekwini) 3.6 million, KwaZulu-Natal 11.1 million & South Africa 55.91 million (mid-2016 estimates) TIME ZONES South Africa is two hours ahead of
Greenwich Mean Time. DIALLING CODES International telephone dialling code is + 27 when dialling from outside South Africa and 00 + country code when dialling another country from South Africa. CLIMATE Summers are warm and humid with an average maximum temperature of 28°C. Winters are mild, with average temperatures around 18°C. The sea temperature rarely drops below 17°C. CURRENCY The unit of currency is the Rand (R), which consists of 100 cents (c). CREDIT CARDS Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa, Diners Club and MasterCard may be used at most hotels, restaurants, car hire companies, etc. (ATMs) will accept many international bank and credit cards. FOREIGN EXCHANGE Foreign currency may be exchanged at any commercial bank or foreign exchange bureau. Rennies............................031 251 5300 American Express ........031 300 5444 First National Bank......031 369 5411 Standard Bank ...........................................086 012 3000 BANKING HOURS Banks generally open on weekdays 09:00-15:30 and Saturdays 08:30-11:00. TAXIS Mozzie Cabs...................086 066 9943 Bunny Cabs.....................031 332 2914 Dec-Jan 2017 D4AS 37
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TOURIST INFORMATION Eagle.................................031 337 8333 Lighthouse Cabs...........083 440 8650 Umhlanga Cabs.............031 561 1846 Zippy Cabs......................031 202 7067 DURBAN PEOPLE MOVER Safe, convenient and comfortable, routes cover the CBD and beachfront, with buses arriving every 15 minutes between 06:30 and 23:00.
KING SHAKA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Enquiries.........................032 436 6644 VALUE ADDED TAX Value Added Tax (VAT) of 14 percent is levied on purchases and services. Foreign visitors may reclaim VAT at the VAT Refund Office at King Shaka International Airport..............................084 520 9262
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