I am a born-and-bred Durbanite, and among many culture shocks experienced in my move to Cape Town in 2013, the biggest one was the first exposure to the Cape’s borderline fanatical coffee culture. The craze hadn’t quite yet hit Kwa-Zulu Natal, so I was very much happy...

If you’ve never heard of it, perhaps you have seen the building when driving to and from Obs Court. Lion Corner’s funky purple, yellow and turquoise front façade can be seen by anyone at Obs Court who has a view of Lower Main Road. Most recently, the addition of a...

If you are new to the neighbourhood (like me) and looking for suggestions on special spots in Observatory, this one’s for you. Here are my top 6 picks for Observatory, whether it’s for a quick cup of coffee, a breakfast or a night of drinking. 1. Polish up on your...