What’s Hot – Jozi
Our pick of the top things to do and places to see in the coming months.
Delicious Drams
Head to the MESH Club in Rosebank on the 6th of October for a fabulous evening of whisky! Tickets are priced at R550 and include a decadent four-course dinner as well as a welcome drink and arrival canapés. For the main event, diners will be get to sip and savour one of the world’s most well-known whisky brands through a guided tasting by the Glenlivet Brand Ambassador. The event kicks off at 17h30 and for bookings, email meshclub.co.za
Get Jazzy
Looking to let loose this summer? Every Wednesday, the Mix Cocktail Bar will host the Kopano Jazz Collective from 7pm until late. This vibrant backdrop is the perfect excuse to spoil yourself with a midweek break – made even better with bespoke cocktails, premium wines, tantalising dishes and an epic sundowner view. For bookings, email meshclub.co.za
Sanctuary in the city
The newly built Liberty Indwe Parkin Braamfontein offers you a tranquil respite from the hubbub of the city. Edmund Batley is the lead architect for the park and he, together with artist James Delaney of The Wilds-fame, were commissioned by the Liberty Group to turn the unused piece of land into a ‘green lung’ that could be used by Liberty’s employees, clients and the Braamfontein community as a whole. Connect with nature, engage with works of art, take a meditative meander or simply kick your shoes off and enjoy the 4-hectare park – the choice is yours.
Padel up
One of the fastest growing sports in the world is coming to The Wanderers Club! Padel combines the best of tennis and squash in a fast-paced, addictive game that can be played in singles or doubles format, and Wanderers will be opening six courts on the 1st of October. Scoring is similar to tennis but serves are made underhand from hip height – the racquet is also solid rather than stringed, and the court is about two thirds the size of a tennis court. To book your spot, download the Playtomic App – courts can be booked at R400 for 60 minutes during peak hours and R200 for off-peak. thewanderersclub.co.za
Meat cute
This hidden gem in Parktown is the ideal date-night spot in Joburg North. Che Argentine Grill has a cosy interior and a lovely little courtyard, ideal for sundowners or a long, lingering dinner. The restaurant is currently running a date night dinner promotion from Monday to Friday for either lunch time, early evening or dinner. Guests can select from a menu of tapas dishes paired with wine or cocktails – a great way to get the conversation flowing if you’re on a first date! cheargentinegrill.co.za
Ready your flower crowns
With Garden Day on the 9th October, it’s the perfect opportunity to get a group of friends together for a floral- themed gathering in your garden, on your balcony or in your home (for those who have a house-plant habit!) No matter where you are, a flower crown is a must – and make sure you share your celebration online with the #GardenDaySA hashtag. To get your creative juices flowing, visit the Garden Day website for recipe ideas, arts and crafts for kids and other green-fingered ideas to make your event a blooming success. gardenday.co.za
