Vovo Telo, Lonehill Head to Vovo Telo in Lonehill for their take on freshly baked bread, rich coffee and truly yummy confectionery and pastries. While snacking on these delights, sit outside with your pooch and enjoy the fresh air. Sip on a Salted Caramel Mocha Brownie Shake while your dog enjoys a bowl of Vovo […]

What Is 44 Stanley? As far as mixed-use precincts go, 44 Stanley is one of the most well-developed in Joburg. The restaurants, boutiques and artist workshops here are renowned for their top quality products and superior service. If you've ever attended a market or event at 44 Stanley, you'll know that it hums with activity […]

Indie Cinema In The Heart Of The City  For a decade, The Bioscope Independent Cinema has advertised itself as Joburg's only truly independent cinema. Situated within the heart of the Maboneng Precinct, The Bioscope has offered Jozi film fundis the very best in local and international independent cinema. Not to mention their quirky repurposed car […]

What Is It? Looking to take an afternoon stroll through a delightful market filled with all things delicious, creative and interesting? Then make sure you don't miss the latest edition of the Market on Main Pop Up at 44 Stanley. You can expect to find your favourite market vendors scattered around the centre selling their […]

Royal Coffee Roasters Previously named Beans About Coffee, the Royal Coffee Roasters are, well... beans about coffee. This Edenvale store offers a selection of 17 different coffee bean blends. These include popular choices like Kenya and Ethiopia as well as a few unique options such as Down Under and Indonesia. Their store stocks all of […]

What Is It? Chocoloza invite you to their chocolate making workshop at 44 Stanley in Milpark this September. Join them for a Chocolate Adventure evening, featuring only the best cocoa products and Belgian chocolate truffles. Here's what to expect: A sensory chocolate tour following the journey of chocolate from tree to tummy. Test your taste […]

The Whippet Head to this trendy spot in Linden for a tasty breakfast, brunch or lunch – best enjoyed while basking in the spring and summertime sun rays. Plus, you can indulge in some people watching – you never know who’ll walk past on Linden’s bustling streets. The Whippet is one of our favourite outdoor […]

When the craving hits, the craving hits! And because of that we took up the challenge to knock out a list of the best pancakes in Joburg. Yup, we ate it all so that you will know where to park your car the next time the craving klaps. Salvation Cafe For quite some time Salvation […]

What Is It? Calexico at 44 Stanley (famous for their tasty food, signature cocktails and craft beers) is teaming up with MANGERmanje for a new series of delicious events to delight every foodie. Feast is one of these foodie instalments not to be missed. This event is a seated dining experience where guests can look forward […]

Under the masterful eye of Michel Roux, a young Daniel Galmiche honed his culinary skills. That was during the 70s when Michelin stars were first awarded to restaurants in the UK. Roux's London based eatery was one of the first to receive this accolade - two stars to be exact. Indirectly that was a premonition […]

Victoria Yards Called the "new Maboneng," Victoria Yards in Lorentzville/Bez Valley launched in 2018. This 30 000m² of industrial space is home to many established and up-and-coming artists. One of the most prominent tenants is photographer Roger Ballen. There will also be an art gallery, as well as a craft brewery. What Makes This Place Different? Victoria […]

When posed with the not-so-age-old question about who would win a fight between the city and the suburbs when it comes to places to hang your hat, we're on the fence. There are pros for both. First on the fight bill, it's Braamfontein and Linden. We give the facts, and you choose the winner. The City Braamfontein […]

One of our favourite hangouts close to town is 44 Stanley in Milpark. Not only is it a great place to shop for hipster arts and crafts and other handmade goods, but it's also a great place to wine and dine and soak up the summer sun.  But without further ado, let's get to the […]

Eating Il Giardino This enchanting restaurant is among the many eateries at 44 Stanley. They offer an abundance of Italian style fare with a traditional South African twist. As good as the food is, what keeps visitors coming back is the ambiance. They are tucked away behind the shady trees in a rustic setting with […]

The Whippet What used to be the Linden Hotel is now one of Johannesburg's most famous coffee shops and milk tart spots. But let's focus on the coffee for now, shall we? The Whippet is a fan favourite and a hit amongst tourists for some reason. Maybe it's got something to do with the good coffee? […]

Life Grand Café Life’s Grand Café’s salad bar is amazing enough to turn any die-hard carnivore into a veg lover (for one meal, at least). Here’s how it works: you get a base of lettuce, tomato and cucumber and can then pick four toppings. It’s always a tough choice deciding what to fill your bowl with. From […]

JB's Corner JB's Corner situated in prominent Melrose Arch and Sandton City serves up some of the best gourmet sandwiches in Joburg. They have something for all tastes. Fish lovers can try their Gone Fishing - pieces of tuna, olives, cucumber and mayo of fresh ciabatta. Their Fillet on French is perfect for meat lovers with […]