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Let’s eat!<br />
RESTAURANT GUIDE <strong>2019</strong>
get it<br />
Editor<br />
Mellissa Bushby<br />
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Geraldine Reyneke<br />
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Jenni Semmens<br />
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CONTENTS<br />
COFFEE SHOPS<br />
2 Because coffee always has to come first<br />
CASUAL DINING<br />
4 Relaxed, casual ambience, yet stylish<br />
FAMILY<br />
8 Great spots for the whole clan<br />
CONTINENTAL<br />
11 Fabulous fare, ideal for business or family meetings<br />
SEAFOOD<br />
12 The pleasure of the sea on your plate<br />
FINE DINING<br />
13 For those special occasions<br />
PUB & GRILL<br />
14 Relax with a drink, a friend and good food<br />
TAKEAWAY<br />
16 Eat on the go<br />
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COFFEE SHOP<br />
COFFEE SHOP<br />
A Bica<br />
Belladonna Centre, 67 Belladonna Street, West<br />
Acres, Mbombela<br />
062-422-6842 / www.facebook.com/pg/abicacoffeeshop<br />
Open: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 19:00<br />
Saturday 07:00 -17:00 / Sunday 07:00 - 16:00<br />
A Bica Café is the closest Mbombela will ever get to<br />
a traditional town bistro with its plate de jour (plate<br />
of the day) and a small election of regular light<br />
dishes on the menu. Over the last few years A Bica<br />
Café has established itself as an affordable place to<br />
enjoy a wholesome tasty meal. The Sunday Buffet<br />
remains unsurpassed for value as for quality. Book<br />
your function or party at A Bica, we also do outside<br />
catering and platters.<br />
The Bean Tree Café<br />
Next to Courtside Spar, Kaapsehoop Road,<br />
Mbombela<br />
013-590-5630<br />
Open: Monday – Friday 07:00 – 18:00<br />
Saturday and public holidays: 08:00 – 14:00<br />
The Bean Tree Café is a little hidden gem situated<br />
next to the Courtside Spar on the Kaapsehoop<br />
Road. Our choice selection of coffees include<br />
French Vanilla lattes, Italian espresso, steamed<br />
cappuccino, dark chocolate mocha, espresso<br />
americano, and chai tea latte. Any of these can be<br />
enjoyed with our fabulous breakfasts, light meals<br />
or our variety of scrumptious freshly baked cakes<br />
and confectionery.<br />
Three Little Donkeys<br />
23 Hendrik Potgieter Street, Mbombela<br />
013-752-2546 | 066-182-7354 |charmaine@3ld.co.za<br />
Open: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 16:30<br />
Available on Saturdays for exclusive functions<br />
Our goal is to offer customers a unique and inviting<br />
experience which is unlike anything else in the<br />
area, along with the delivery of excellent food and<br />
drinks at a reasonable price. We have sourced only<br />
the best and freshest ingredients to bring you top<br />
quality fare, and our Three Little Donkeys coffee<br />
is a special blend roasted to specification using<br />
Brazilian Typica and Rwandan Mondo Novo Arabica<br />
beans; simply put, a symphony of flavour.<br />
Blue Gate - Tea Garden<br />
46 Ehmke Street, Mbombela<br />
062-055-3381<br />
Open: Monday - Friday 08:00 | Saturday 08:00 - 12:00<br />
We are a conglomeration of small businesses all<br />
working hand in hand on a daily basis. The premises<br />
features a Hair Salon, a Sophisticated Beauty Room,<br />
Qualified Lymph Therapist, Personalised Pilates,<br />
Quaint Boutique and of course the outdoor Tea<br />
Garden. This is the ultimate package! The all in one<br />
pamper station! Eat & Drink while you have your<br />
hair done - or nails - or feet - the options are endless.<br />
The Blue Gate Tea Garden is one of the best hidden<br />
gems in Nelspruit, don’t miss out on the opportunity<br />
to ‘just breathe’.<br />
Seattle at Valencia<br />
1 Valencia Drive, Valencia Park, Mbombela<br />
013-752-7005 | seattle@valencia.co.za<br />
Open: Monday - Friday 09:00 - 16:00,<br />
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00<br />
We welcome you with our new menu of healthy<br />
light lunches as well as beef, chicken, vegetable<br />
and cheese & corn samoosas. We also have a<br />
delicious variety of freshly baked cakes, tarts,<br />
quiches, biscuits and other confectioneries<br />
that makes this elegant coffee shop a welcome<br />
breathing space while shopping up a storm at<br />
Valencia.<br />
Time Café<br />
KMI Airport, Plaston Road (R538), Mbombela<br />
013-753-7500<br />
Open: Daily from 06:30 - 16:30<br />
Time Café offers a unique variety of healthy<br />
breakfast and lunch options to excite your taste<br />
buds. It is passionate about healthy eating and<br />
serves only the best-quality seasonal ingredients<br />
promising to deliver an exceptional experience<br />
time after time!<br />
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CASUAL DINING<br />
LODGE<br />
eBundu Lodge<br />
R40 between Mbombela and White River<br />
013-758-1221<br />
banqueting@ebundu.co.za<br />
Open: 06:30 – 22:00 (kitchen closes at 21:00)<br />
Nestled between lush gardens, eBundu Restaurant<br />
offers mouth-watering South African cuisine on<br />
a sundowner deck or inside with an African Chic<br />
atmosphere. The restaurant is open to the public<br />
seven days a week from breakfast to dinner-time.<br />
The Sunday buffet is a Mbombela favourite and the<br />
á la carte menu is bound to satisfy. eBundu is childfriendly<br />
with an interactive animal petting farm,<br />
nine-hole put-put course and two swimming pools<br />
making it ideal for a family getaway.<br />
CASUAL DINING<br />
Oliver’s Restaurant & Lodge<br />
Pine Lake Drive, White River<br />
013-750-0479 | www.olivers.co.za<br />
Open: Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, closed for<br />
Monday lunch<br />
Oliver’s offers a ‘home away from home’<br />
environment in a country setting. The A-la-carte<br />
restaurant serves seasonal mouth-watering dishes<br />
made from locally sourced produce and caters<br />
for all tastes and preferences. The kiddies menu<br />
provides for healthy home cooked choices whilst<br />
the Raclette and Fondue option served in the wine<br />
cellar is a must try for a fun night out!<br />
Cicada Restaurant<br />
Sonpark Food Zone, Mbombela<br />
013-741-1751<br />
Open: Daily from 11:30 - 21:00, closed Sunday<br />
Enjoy mouthwatering steaks with an array of<br />
interesting toppings, great burgers and a number<br />
of other Lowveld favourites - try the biltong cigars<br />
or Zulu sushi. The laid-back, casual vibe and large<br />
outside area are perfect for any time of the day,<br />
especially with a fabulous cocktail in hand. Familyrun<br />
and owned, Cicada Restaurant is a friendly<br />
place that appeals to a majority of Lowvelders.<br />
Pioneer’s Grill<br />
Shop 1, Perry’s Bridge Trading Post, Corner of<br />
Sabie Road and R40, Hazyview<br />
013-737-7397 | restaurant@pioneersgrill.co.za<br />
Open: (Lunch)12:00 - (kitchen closes) 21:00<br />
A rare dining experience awaits you at Pioneer’s<br />
Grill, a must visit for that special meal or ‘steak-out’.<br />
The restaurant is elegantly decorated with stylish<br />
bench and table seating. Pioneers caters to the<br />
visitor looking for an out of the ordinary steak<br />
ranch. A dining experience that will exceed the<br />
expectations of the whole family, holiday maker or<br />
business guest. Open daily for lunch and dinner,<br />
this is definitely the place where good friends ‘meat’<br />
for that memorable dining experience.<br />
Salsa Mexican Grill<br />
Shop UG 78A, I’langa Mall, Mbombela<br />
064-686-8817 / 072-404-7157 (Jacques)<br />
Open: Sunday - Tuesday 10:30 – 21:00<br />
Wednesday - Saturday 10:30 – 22:00<br />
Salsa is not your traditional Mexican Grill, it’s a young<br />
fresh innovative Mexican brand. We offer Authentic<br />
Mexican recipes, using traditional cooking methods.<br />
But, what makes the Salsa experience truly special is<br />
the inspired, healthy, modern twist that we give each<br />
of our signature dishes. If you ‘re feeling adventurous,<br />
you’re welcome to create your own meal. Enjoy our<br />
fresh-pressed juices, signature cocktails and custom<br />
range of craft tequilas. Great food and awesome<br />
party vibes all in one! Whether you want a night out<br />
or you’re hosting a party, Salsa is the way to go.<br />
Royal Hotel<br />
Main Street, Uptown Pilgrim’s Rest<br />
013-768-1100 / royalres@rhpilgrims.co.za<br />
www.royalhotelpilgrims.co.za<br />
Open: Daily 07:00 - 22:00 / 365 days a year<br />
The Royal Hotel at the heart of Pilgrim’s Rest, offers<br />
a unique taste of late Victorian Style in a historic<br />
mining monument village. A la carte, Set Menus<br />
and Buffet dining are available in our 200 seater<br />
restaurant – open 365 days a year. Wedding /<br />
conference facilities are available. Accommodation<br />
is offered in 50 period style decorated en suite<br />
bedrooms. The 1 mile walk between Uptown and<br />
Downtown offers a peaceful afternoon stroll. Local<br />
gumboot and cancan dancers are available for prebooking.<br />
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CASUAL DINING<br />
Tindlovu<br />
Bitterbessie Street, I’langa Mall, West Acres,<br />
Mbombela<br />
013-007-1883<br />
Open: 08:00 - 22:00<br />
Tindlovu I’langa offers a signature blend<br />
African-fusion inspired dishes. The décor reflects an<br />
exquisite and homely style, welcoming to couples<br />
and even large families. Cultural face-painting and<br />
delicacies are the additions to the restaurant that<br />
make every visit just a little more special. The variety<br />
of items available are guaranteed to satisfy even the<br />
pickiest eaters. Every customer can expect service<br />
with a smile and an experience to remember.<br />
Tindlovu<br />
Lowveld National Botanical Gardens -<br />
R40 Madiba Dr, Mbombela<br />
013-007-1986<br />
Open: 07:00 - 17:00<br />
The Botanical Gardens has been a focal point for<br />
those in love with nature in the Lowveld for years.<br />
Tindlovu is the perfect establishment to enhance<br />
and compliment the facility, as the menu and<br />
décor reflects the very essence of African inspired<br />
cuisine, with a warm and welcoming vibe. The<br />
newly opened restaurant offers a conference centre,<br />
suitable for 30 persons. Perfect for anything from a<br />
light lunch for two, to a wedding party!<br />
Topolinos Topolino’s<br />
Perry’s Bridge Tourist Centre, Hazyview<br />
013-757-8049<br />
Open: 11:00 - 21:00<br />
Topolino’s Italian Restaurant is one of the<br />
restaurants in the Hazyview Hospitality group.<br />
We have a casual, relaxed social vibe, and welcome<br />
all our guests to visit us for a laid-back, pleasant<br />
dining experience. Our pizzas are made with the<br />
freshest toppings and are baked in our legendary<br />
wood fire oven. Pasta dishes include the Italian<br />
classics, and we also have many vegetarian options.<br />
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FAMILY<br />
FAMILY<br />
Bohemian Groove Café<br />
69 Kruger Street, Kaapsehoop<br />
076-764-7625 / 013-734-4545<br />
www.bohemiangroovecafe.co.za<br />
Open: Friday - Monday 08:00 - 20:00 | Closed on<br />
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in low season<br />
Artist owners Charl and Andrea Fourie welcome you<br />
to this quaint country-style family restaurant offering<br />
magnificent views over the Kaapsehoop Mountains.<br />
Sip a cocktail while enjoying the sunset, or find a<br />
cozy spot at the fireplaces when the mist rolls in.<br />
Bohemian offers home cooked country cuisine with<br />
a German twist - German Bockwurst with locally<br />
brewed craft beer on tap, lamb curry, escarpment<br />
trout and vegetarian dishes. Coffee, cake and waffles.<br />
Special offers and live music on Sundays. Pet friendly.<br />
Dros<br />
19 Ferriera Street, Mbombela<br />
013-590-7303 / 082-785-6648<br />
Open: Monday - Sunday 08:00 - 21:00<br />
Dros offers a wide variety for big and small - sports<br />
fans can watch live sports on large TV screens and<br />
kids are entertained in the kids play areas.<br />
Wine connoisseurs are invited to sample from the<br />
large wine selection, while those with more homely<br />
tastes can enjoy draughts, beers and cocktails.<br />
Visit Dros for steaks and grills, ribs, burgers, salads,<br />
pizzas, desserts and more.<br />
Cappuccinos<br />
Shop UG 75, I’langa Mall, Mbombela<br />
013-742-2187 | cappuccinos.nelspruit@telkomsa.net -<br />
for enquiries and bookings<br />
For a copy of the menu - www.cappuccinos.co.za<br />
Open: Monday - Saturday 07:30 - 22:00<br />
Sunday 07:30 - 20:00<br />
We are a family friendly, relaxed and perfectly<br />
situated restaurant in the entertainment area of<br />
I’langa Mall. Mom and dad can relax while the<br />
little ones play in the water fountain, or the teens<br />
go to the movies or ice skating rink. We are fully<br />
licensed for all occasions, and we serve breakfast,<br />
light meals, burgers, pasta, pizza, grills, desserts,<br />
delicious cocktails and platters.<br />
The Greek Kouzina<br />
Sonpark Food Zone, Mbombela<br />
013-741-5371<br />
Open: Daily from 12:00, closed Sunday evenings<br />
Go Greek - fresh, tasty, and delicious home-made<br />
food! If sharing food with friends is your thing,<br />
you can’t go wrong with The Greek Kouzina. The<br />
balcony seating area is fresh and breezy, and<br />
great for both lunch and dinner catch-ups - not<br />
to mention a good afternoon coffee and baklava<br />
break. Family-owned and run, the restaurant oozes<br />
hospitality and laid-back Mediterranean vibes.<br />
Da Loose Mongoose<br />
Corner of Vergenoeg/Plaston roads, White River<br />
083-594-1006 | 013-007-1402<br />
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 - 21:00<br />
Country-style family restaurant with laid-back meals<br />
served in a large garden under shady Acacia trees<br />
or on a covered deck under large fans. There is a<br />
cosy indoor restaurant complete with roaring fire<br />
and a pub frequented by the locals with large TV’s<br />
to enjoy any sport events. Our a la carte menu has<br />
something to suit all appetites and budgets, and we<br />
boast the best thin-based pizzas and Sunday roast<br />
in town! We have a large secure play area for the<br />
children and pets are most welcome.<br />
The Wild Fig & Pool Deck<br />
Hotel Numbi and Garden Suites, Main Road (R40),<br />
Hazyview - 013-737-7301/2 / info@hotelnumbi.co.za<br />
Open: Daily 07:00 - 10:00 / 19:00 - 21:00<br />
Sunday carvery 12:30 -14:30<br />
Guests travel from far and wide for our famous<br />
Sunday lunch buffet. Our starter table is bursting<br />
with freshly prepared salads, soups and local<br />
delicacies and our sweet table is laden with more<br />
than a dozen delicious homemade desserts. Our<br />
skilled chefs create a sumptuous range of dishes<br />
all made from locally sourced products. Our warm,<br />
sunny weather makes it possible to eat al fresco<br />
almost every day of the year. The restaurant opens<br />
out on to the beautiful pool deck creating a little bit<br />
of romantic magic in the evening.<br />
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FAMILY<br />
CONTINENTAL<br />
Mountain Spring Spur<br />
I’langa Mall, Mbombela<br />
013-742-2184<br />
Open: Daily from 08:00 until late<br />
Everybody’s favourite family restaurant, Spur has<br />
been keeping South Africans happy for decades! The<br />
franchise’s yummy burgers, succulent ribs and meltin-the-mouth<br />
steaks need no introduction, and both<br />
these branches are committed to service excellence<br />
and keeping everyone in the family happy. Facilities<br />
for the disabled are available, as well as large kiddies<br />
play areas, located in the new entertainment area.<br />
The Rock Fig Restaurant at<br />
Belgrace Boutique Hotel<br />
R538 between White River and Mbombela, KMIA<br />
Road<br />
076-539-0409 | www.rock-fig.co.za<br />
Open: 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner<br />
(by reservation only)<br />
Dinner at Belgrace is a magical culinary experience<br />
and one of the hotel’s signature features. Prepared<br />
with love, using the freshest organic ingredients, we<br />
serve comfort food, beautifully. Elegantly opulent<br />
with exceptional personalised service and attention<br />
to every detail, dining at Belgrace is an opportunity<br />
to recharge, reconnect and ignite the spark...<br />
Picasso’s Mexican Taqueria<br />
Bagdad Centre, Hazyview Road, White River<br />
013-750-0300 | 082-648-1019<br />
www.picassoismexican.co.za<br />
Open: Daily from 11:00 - 22:00<br />
Sporting a laid-back, contemporary look, Picasso’s offers<br />
a range of extraordinary Mexican food, all made from<br />
delicious, fresh ingredients. Sizzling fajitas, nachos,<br />
chimichangas, jalapeño poppers, tacos, quesadillas,<br />
enchiladas or try the sides of refried beans, chilli con<br />
carne, salsa and guacamole! While watching the<br />
beautiful Lowveld sunset, sip on one of its famous<br />
frozen margaritas or strawberry daiquiris or get into<br />
the swing of things with an imported Mexican beer. It<br />
caters for kids and also has the most delicious pizzas.<br />
Wagon Wheel Saloon<br />
Main Road (R40), Hazyview<br />
013-737-3163<br />
reception@littlepilgrims.co.za<br />
Open: 07:00 - 09:00 / 19:00 - 21: 00<br />
This is the newest addition to the Hazyview<br />
Hospitality Group. Wagon Wheel Saloon is at our<br />
recently opened Little Pilgrims Boutique Hotel. The<br />
menu, changes daily offering a mouth-watering<br />
selection of soups, mains and delicious desserts to<br />
tempt you. There is an outdoor deck too if you want<br />
to eat outside and see the stars. Occasional braais<br />
are held when the weather permits and drinks are<br />
enjoyed at Big Will’s Bandstand-style Pool Bar.<br />
Zweelos<br />
R40 Elawini turn-off, Riverside, Mbombela<br />
081-316-3655<br />
zweelos.rest@gmail.com<br />
Open: Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 22:00<br />
Saturday: 09:00 - 22:00 / Sunday: 09:00 - 16:00<br />
Situated in a lovely setting with easy access to the<br />
Elawini driving range, Zweelos Restaurant is the ideal<br />
place to relax and enjoy family lunch, intimate, cosy<br />
dinner or Sunday afternoon with cocktails and snacks<br />
on the deck. There is ample, safe place for the kids<br />
to play on the jungle gyms, enjoyable, hearty fare<br />
for moms and dads and a typical laid-back, chilled<br />
Lowveld atmosphere, whether you are there to sip<br />
on a margarita or chip a few balls.<br />
Premier Hotel The Winkler<br />
Premier Hotel The Winkler, White River, R538,<br />
Numbi Gate<br />
013-750-7300<br />
Open: Breakfast from 06:30, lunch and dinner<br />
Conveniently situated, the Wakuja Restaurant at<br />
The Winkler overlooks a beautiful garden and is<br />
open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers good<br />
service and delicious, hearty meals, incorporating<br />
local ingredients and flavours. The Sunday carvery<br />
offers great value for money and is popular with<br />
families, as a “kidz zone” keeps them occupied and<br />
supervised. The Xilobo Bar makes great cocktails and<br />
offers scenic views over the valley.<br />
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SEAFOOD<br />
FINE DINING<br />
Chef Touch<br />
We come to your home or venue<br />
071-537-2312 | mkaddeshdesigns@gmail.com<br />
Open: Daily<br />
Chef touch is a private chef that offers restaurant<br />
experience anytime & anywhere. Simply using<br />
fresh ingredients to create an elegant menu. All<br />
our menus are custom designed to perfectly suit<br />
your occasion and specific dietary needs. Our great<br />
staff will be there to wait on you & your guest, so<br />
you don’t have to worry about the kitchen but<br />
entertaining your guest. Whatever the function,<br />
lunch with friends, romantic dinner for two or<br />
business brunch relax and enjoy, let us serve you.<br />
John Dory’s<br />
Shop 241, Riverside Mall, Mbombela<br />
013-757-0972<br />
Open: Daily from 11:00 - till late<br />
(closes at 21:00 on Sundays and public holidays)<br />
A favourite with families, John Dory’s offers<br />
something for everyone: from delicious sushi and<br />
grilled-to-perfection steaks to chicken and combos.<br />
Relaxed, friendly and reasonably priced, the<br />
restaurant often has great weekday specials. It also<br />
has a special kids menu and play area with loads of<br />
entertainment and things for them to do.<br />
Oliver’s Restaurant & Lodge<br />
Pine Lake Drive, White River<br />
013-750-0479 | www.olivers.co.za<br />
Open: Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, closed for<br />
Monday lunch<br />
Oliver’s, a luxury owner managed lodge, offers a<br />
‘home away from home’ environment in a country<br />
setting. The A-la-carte restaurant serves seasonal<br />
mouth-watering dishes made from locally sourced<br />
produce and caters for all tastes and preferences.<br />
For those looking for something a little different, the<br />
Raclette and Fondue option served in the wine cellar<br />
is a must try for a fun night out! You can also choose<br />
from a wide selection of the best of South African<br />
wines.<br />
Orange<br />
4 Du Preez Street, Mbombela<br />
013-744-9507 | www.eat@orange.co.za<br />
Open: Monday - Saturday 12:00 - 22:00<br />
Known for its spectacular view over the Lowveld,<br />
Orange caters to all palates with signature dishes<br />
like ostrich carpaccio, chocolate-chilli fillet and a<br />
to-die-for berry pavlova. Romantic, elegant and<br />
contemporary, the restaurant boasts an extensive<br />
selection of wines and an exciting cocktail menu. It<br />
has won numerous prizes, including Best of Nelspruit<br />
(2012, 2014 and 2016) and the PMR Diamond and<br />
TripAdvisor Service Excellence awards.<br />
Sophie’s Bistro<br />
Hall’s Gateway, Mataffin, N4, Mbombela<br />
078-460-3049<br />
Open: Tuesday 12:00 / Wednesday - Saturday 11:00<br />
/ Sunday 10:00 / Kitchen closes Tuesday - Saturday<br />
21:00 and Sunday 15:30 / Closed on Mondays<br />
Enjoy a taste of tradition, a bit of nostalgia and lots<br />
of fond memories (only five minutes out of town)...<br />
Visit us and experience the uniquely entertaining,<br />
relaxing and pleasurable Sophie’s Bistro dining<br />
experience. Reasonably priced wine and drinks,<br />
generous portions of time-tested, home-cooked<br />
quality food, served by friendly staff.<br />
Contact Elize for small wedding functions, off-site<br />
catering and takeaways. You’ll be spoilt for life!<br />
Zest Restaurant and Catering<br />
11km from Mbombela, Sabie Road (S37)<br />
013-007-0066/7 | lizelle@zestrestaurant.co.za<br />
Open: Daily from 09:00, closed Monday and<br />
Sunday evening<br />
French cuisine with a contemporary twist: always<br />
exquisite. As the food is made from fresh local<br />
produce, the menu changes seasonally. Enjoy lazy,<br />
al fresco lunches on hot Lowveld days or candlelit<br />
dinners on a romantic night out. The spectacular<br />
view and peaceful garden are the perfect backdrop<br />
for a chilled glass of wine picked from the multiple<br />
Diners Club award-winning wine list. Zest does<br />
catering for any numbers, anywhere!<br />
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PUB & GRILL<br />
Fever Tree Bar<br />
KMI Airport, Plaston Road (R538),<br />
Mbombela<br />
013-753-7500<br />
Open: Daily from 06:00 - 19:00<br />
With its variety of locally brewed craft beer<br />
and cocktails the Fever Tree Bar comes highly<br />
recommended, not to mention the delicious<br />
pub-lunch menu on offer with spectacular views<br />
of the runway!<br />
Jock Pub & Grill<br />
23 Ferreira Street, Mbombela<br />
013-755-4969 | www.jockpubandgrill.co.za<br />
Open: Monday - Friday 09:30 - 23:00<br />
Saturday 11:00 - late / Sunday 09:30 - 17:00<br />
With its unique open-air seating and large garden,<br />
Jock Pub & Grill typifies the Lowveld lifestyle. Pop<br />
in for a selection of ice-cold beers on tap, paired<br />
with a juicy, flame-grilled steak, barbeque ribs or<br />
a home-made burger. Jock is also famous for its<br />
wood-fired pizzas, snack baskets, and peri-peri<br />
dynamite chicken. Various specials are available<br />
throughout the week, making it the ideal spot for a<br />
family dinner.<br />
Death by chocolate<br />
Salted caramel dark chocolate<br />
fondant<br />
Smooth, salted caramel sauce oozing from a<br />
rich dark chocolatey dome? Oh yes, please!<br />
This is the most indulgent, beautiful chocolate<br />
fondant ever. To save time, you can buy the<br />
salted caramel sauce, but if you are so inclined,<br />
feel free to make homemade. Either way, this<br />
treat will hit the spot.<br />
Ingredients<br />
• 150g unsalted butter<br />
• 1 heaped tbs cocoa<br />
• 175g 70% dark chocolate<br />
• 3 large eggs, plus 2 yolks<br />
• 150g caster sugar<br />
• 150g plain flour, sifted<br />
• 6 heaped tsp salted caramel sauce.<br />
Directions<br />
1. Brush 6 175ml metal pudding ramekins<br />
with melted butter.<br />
2. Add 2 teaspoons of the<br />
cocoa to one of the basins,<br />
and turn to coat the<br />
inside. Tip the cocoa into the next ramekin<br />
and repeat until all are evenly coated.<br />
3. Melt the chocolate and butter in a bowl<br />
placed over a pan of simmering water. Ensure<br />
no water gets into the bowl or the chocolate,<br />
as it will seize. Set aside to cool.<br />
4. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, yolks and sugar<br />
for about 5 to 10 minutes.<br />
5. Whisk in the cooled chocolate and butter<br />
mixture.<br />
6. Fold in the flour and sea salt. Divide 1/3 of<br />
the mixture among the ramekins.<br />
7. Add 1 teaspoon of salted caramel to the<br />
centre of each. Top with the remaining<br />
chocolate mixture.<br />
8. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan)<br />
9. Place the bowls on a baking tray and bake<br />
for around 10 minutes, until firm around the<br />
edges and squishy in the centre.<br />
10. Turn the puddings out onto plates,<br />
dust with icing sugar, scatter a few<br />
caramelised almonds over the top and<br />
serve warm with delicious<br />
vanilla ice cream and<br />
a drizzle of extra<br />
caramel sauce.<br />
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Sabie Brewing Company<br />
45 Main Road, Sabie<br />
013-764-1005<br />
Open: Monday - Thursday 11:00-18:00<br />
Friday 11:00-21:00 / Saturday 10:00-21:00<br />
Sunday 10:00-18:00<br />
“Real Beer – for Craft Sake” The Sabie Brewing<br />
Company is dedicated to creating fine hand-crafted<br />
beer using quality ingredients - hops, malt and yeast<br />
and pure water from the source of the Sabie River.<br />
The beers, brewed and bottled on site, are available<br />
on tap. This locally produced beer is complemented<br />
by delicious food including beer-battered fish and<br />
chips, beef & ale pie and juicy burgers. Beer-tasting<br />
platters, brewery tours, full bar, stunning views, offsales,<br />
and children’s play area.
TAKEAWAY<br />
Arkansas Spur<br />
Westend Shopping Centre, Mbombela<br />
013-745-8043<br />
Open: Daily from 07:00 - late<br />
Everybody’s favourite family restaurant, Spur has<br />
been keeping South Africans happy for decades!<br />
The franchise’s yummy burgers, succulent ribs and<br />
melt-in-the-mouth steaks need no introduction,<br />
and the branch is committed to service excellence<br />
and keeping everyone in the family happy. A<br />
smoking section and facilities for the disabled are<br />
available, as well as a large kiddies’ play area. Order<br />
your take-aways to enjoy at home!<br />
Chicken Licken<br />
Shop 09, Riverside Mall<br />
Shop 33, Nelspruit Plaza, corner of Bester and<br />
Henshall streets<br />
Fly thru shop, 5 Cameron Street, Mbombela<br />
www.chickenlicken.co.za<br />
Open: Riverside Mall: 08:00 - 22:00<br />
Nelspruit Plaza: 07:00 - 19:00<br />
Fly thru: 08:00 - 22:30<br />
Fly through for a variety of delicious chicken<br />
dishes, prepared while you wait. Chicken Licken is<br />
proudly South African “soul food”, so stop by for a<br />
quick and tasty hunger solution.<br />
Chippo’s<br />
Shell Cnr, Ferreira street, Mbombela<br />
013-755-1650<br />
Van der Merwe street, Mbombela<br />
013-755-1419<br />
94 Crown Street, Barberton<br />
064-785-1627<br />
Open: 24/7<br />
Chippo’s is renowned for the best chilli chips,<br />
biggest burgers and most delicious thin base<br />
pizzas in town. Open 24/7. FREE DELIVERY!<br />
GAL<strong>IT</strong>O’S FLAME<br />
GRILLED CHICKEN<br />
With it’s unique flame-grilled flavour and unwavering focus on<br />
product freshness and quality, Galito’s has been bringing families<br />
and communities together for over 20 years.<br />
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To visit one of our stores,<br />
head over to our website on<br />
www.galitos.co.za f