Eat & Drink Attractions

Shisa Nyama, Midrand

Shisa Nyama, which literally means “burn the meat” in isiZulu, is a buy-and-barbecue concept that started in South Africa’s townships and has taken off among Johannesburg’s middle class. On Sundays, local butcheries spill out of their shops, grilling… Read more

The Johannesburg banking district

Because of urban decay and crime, many Johannesburg locals were once likely to steer tourists away from the city’s central business district (CBD). However, in the wake of several ongoing inner-city regeneration initiatives, this is no longer the… Read more

The Westcliff

The Westcliff hotel is a five-star, luxury establishment perched on the rocky ridges of one of Johannesburg’s oldest suburbs. Some of the original houses on the Parktown and Westcliff ridges are heritage sites and are distinguishable by the signature… Read more

Turffontein Racecourse

The Turffontein Racecourse was built in the southern suburbs of Johannesburg in 1887 and is one of South Africa’s premier horseracing venues. Racing has a strong following in South Africa and this challenging track is steeped in history, having seen… Read more

Wandies Place, Soweto

Wandies Place is a local restaurant in Dube, Soweto, operating out of what used to be a typical Soweto four-roomed house.

During the 1980s the house was used as an illegal shebeen, selling food and drink without a licence. Owner Wandile Ndala was… Read more