calendar of events JANUARY – APRIL 2014
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january TOP OF THE MORNING! Greet the New Year with a toast and one of our delicious cocktails – Enjoy a Bloody Mary, Umhlanga Schling or a Carrot and Cilantro Cooler in the spectacular Lighthouse Bar.
Date: Wednesday 1 January Time: From 10h00 Venue: The Lighthouse Bar Price: From R 75
Popcorn High Tea We’re kicking off the New Year with a bit of fun… and a lot popcorn! Expect an array of popcorn treats, at our popcorn-themed high tea – guaranteed to surprise and delight both young and old. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival and a gift with our compliments.
Date: Sunday 19 January Time: 14h30 – 17h00 Venue: Palm Court Price: R 250 per person
Cheese and Wine Pairing Dinner Who needs a reason to enjoy the complimentary pairing of cheese, with a great glass of wine. Indulge in this match made in heaven in the stylish Grill Room, with a three-course menu followed by a cheese trolley and Port after dinner. Date: Monday 20 January Time: 19h00 for 19h30 Venue: The Grill Room Price: R 395 per person
SPA – DYNAMIC DUO Select two treatments from the list below: • Back of body massage (30 min) • Foot and ankle massage (30 min) • Hand and arm massage (30 min) • Scalp, neck and shoulder massage (30 min) • Body exfoliation (30 min) • Hammam steam session (30 min) All treatments booked include the use of the plunge pool, tranquility lounge and spa snack buffet lounge.
Price: R 665 per person (60 min) Valid:
13 - 31 January
february VALENTINE’S DINNER The Feast of St. Valentine’s or Valentine’s Day as we know it, has been associated with romantic love since the Middle Ages. These days it is the time when lovers express their feelings and intentions with flowers, confectionary and lavishly decorated cards. At The Oyster Box, we are pulling out all the stops in both The Grill Room and The Ocean Terrace restaurants.
Date: Time:
Friday 14 February 19h00 for 19h30
Venue: The Grill Room Price: R 590 per person – 5 course menu with live entertainment Venue: The Ocean Terrace Price: R 490 per person – 4 course menu with live entertainment
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON FOOD AND WINE DINNER Meet Juliet Urquhart, our new Sommelier, as she guides you through a four course dinner and a selection of Bouchard Finlayson wines.
Date: Thursday 27 February Time: 19h00 for 19h30 Venue: Colony Room Price: R 420 per person - 4 course menu
SPA – SO IN LOVE Celebrate your togetherness during this special Valentine’s month with our romantic B | Together couple’s rose quartz massage, followed by a glass of sparkling wine – the perfect expression of love.
Price: R 1600 per couple (90 min) Valid:
1 – 28 February
march PANCAKE DAY There’s nothing to beat the smell of a fresh pancake and there’s nowhere better to eat one than at The Oyster Box, made by master Crêpe maker, Hendry Pakiri. Make sure you’re in the hotel lobby to share in the spoils.
Date: Tuesday 4 March Time: 15h00 – 16h00 Venue: Hotel Lobby
PRIME RIB TUESDAY’S Rated as one of the most delicious beef cuts, tuck into our mouthwatering, slow-roasted beef short rib, with a baked potato and a selection of fresh vegetables, every Tuesday throughout the month of March.
Date: Every Tuesday in March Venue: The Ocean Terrace Price: R 140 per person
DELICIOUS DESSERT Join us for a lunch or dinner during March and leave us with your favourite dessert recipe, after your meal. Our team of professional chefs will choose a winner who will receive a dinner for four people in The Grill Room and the winning dessert will be on The Ocean Terrace menu for the month of April.
Venue: The Ocean Terrace
SPA – REPAIR AND RECUPERATE Choose any three treatments from one of the sections below: Face Boost • Express facial (20 min) • Eye treatment (20 min) • Ladies – galvanic add on (20 min) • Men – facial shave add on (20 min) • Scalp, neck and shoulder massage (20 min) • Hand and arm massage (20 min) Body Boost • Back, neck and shoulder massage (20 min) • Scalp, neck and shoulder massage (20 min) • Full body exfoliation (20 min) • B | Africa milk bath wrap (20 min) • Foot and ankle massage (20 min) All treatments booked include the use of the plunge pool, tranquility lounge and spa snack buffet lounge.
Price: R 665 per person (60 min) Valid:
1 – 31 March
april CIGARS AND BRANDY The word brandy (brandywine) comes from the Dutch word ‘brandewijn’, which means burnt or distilled wine. Today, South African brandy is acknowledged to be the world’s finest. The title of Worldwide Best Brandy at the International Wine and Spirits competition has been awarded to a South African brandy for six consecutive years. Join us in the famous Chukka Bar for an evening of cigars and South African brandy. Purchase a cigar and receive a complimentary brandy on us.
Date: Friday 4 April Time: 17h00 – 22h00 Venue: Chukka Bar
Easter High Tea Our annual Easter High Tea is legendary and not to be missed! If you’re looking for the Easter Bunny and a feast of Easter goodies… make a date in the Palm Court!
Date: Friday 18 – Monday 21 April Time: 14h30 – 17h00 Venue: Palm Court Price: R 250 per person
Wine Cellar Magic Dine exclusively in our most intriguing venue. Book for 10 guests at our Chef’s Table in the Wine Cellar, from Monday to Thursday during the month of April and we will waive the room hire fee.
Date: Monday – Thursday during April only Venue: Wine Cellar Price: R 470 per person – 4 course set menu
Spa – Elemis Hydrating Coconut Wrap OR Frangipangi Wrap A body wrap that will nourish your skin, leaving it smooth and soft. This is followed by a 30 minute back massage to ease away any muscle tension. All treatments booked include the use of the plunge pool, tranquility lounge and spa snack buffet lounge.
Price: R 895 per person (90 min) Valid:
1 – 30 April
extraordinary experiences THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT! The hottest spot in town, The Oyster Box offers live entertainment every day of the week: • The Lighthouse Bar – Open daily for cocktails and snacks, with live music from Wednesday to Friday (18h30 - 21h30), from Durban duo, Zaffa. • The Oyster Bar – Sit back and relax to the sultry sounds of Wallace Nock (18h30 – 21h30), from Monday to Friday. • The Ocean Terrace – Wallace Nock does the honours on Saturdays (12h00 – 15h00) and songstress Amy White (12h00 – 15h00) on Sundays.
DINNER AND DANCE Make each Saturday night in The Grill Room … an evening to remember. Enjoy the winning combination of exceptional cuisine, live music and dancing to the sounds of a live band. Booking is essential.
Venue: The Grill Room Time: 18h00 - 23h00 Price: R 470 per person
SPICE IT UP The Curry Buffet at The Oyster Box continues to attract fans from far and wide. Set in the casual, Mediterranean-inspired Ocean Terrace, with gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean, our delicious Tandoori Chicken and impressive selection of curries includes meat, fish and vegetarian options. Using delicate blends of spices and fresh herbs, each curry is a masterpiece in itself.
Venue: The Ocean Terrace Time: Lunch and Dinner Price: R 250 per person
TRADITIONAL HIGH TEA High Tea at The Oyster Box is legendary. Our tea table is laden with sumptuous treats, from freshly baked scones, pastries and quiches, to exotic cakes, finger sandwiches and savories. Inspired by the hotel’s colonial atmosphere and the accompaniment of our pianist, The Palm Court provides the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Booking is essential.
Venue: The Palm Court Time: 14h30 - 17h00 Price: R 195 per person
GIFT EXPERIENCE VOUCHERS Our gift vouchers make the perfect gift for all kinds of occasions. Choose from a tempting selection of experiences including food and wine discovery evenings, traditional afternoon teas, rejuvenating spa treatments or a monetary voucher to spend when visiting the hotel. Purchased online or at the hotel, vouchers are beautifully presented with a personalised wallet which can be sent directly to the recipient by post or emailed.
To book your chosen events, contact the relevant numbers below: RESTAURANT RESERVATIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Tel: +27 (0) 31 514 5018 • Email: restaurants@oysterbox.co.za THE Spa AT THE OYSTER BOX Tel: +27 (0) 31 514 5072 • Email: spa@oysterbox.co.za
Confirmation is subject to availability. Prices are subject to change and events may be cancelled without prior notice. Terms and conditions apply.
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