The 10 Best Food & Drink in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

November 13, 2021 Hector Krause

KwaZulu-Natal (/kwɑːˌzuːluː nəˈtɑːl/; also referred to as KZN and known as "the garden province") is a province of South Africa that was created in 1994 when the Zulu bantustan of KwaZulu ("Place of the Zulu" in Zulu) and Natal Province were merged. It is located in the southeast of the country, enjoying a long shoreline beside the Indian Ocean and sharing borders with three other provinces and the countries of Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho. Its capital is Pietermaritzburg and its largest city is Durban. It is the 2nd most populous province in South Africa, with slightly fewer residents than Gauteng.
Restaurants in KwaZulu-Natal

1. Cooking Cooks

90 Dawncliffe Road, Westville, Durban 3629 South Africa +27 31 266 8488
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Cooking Cooks

2. Gecko Culinary Adventures

596b Musgrave Road Berea, Durban 4001 South Africa +27 31 209 4555 [email protected] http://geckoschool.co.za/courses/student-cooking-classes/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Gecko Culinary Adventures

Cookery school offering classes and fun cooking event to the public.

3. Lions River Craft Brewery

72 Riverside Farm, Lidgetton 3201 South Africa +(27)78 3 775 8549 https://www.facebook.com/lionsrivercraftbrewery/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Lions River Craft Brewery

A family brewery set in the beautiful KwaZulu Natal Midlands, owned and operated by the McClelland family, specialising in homemade craft beer. Lions River Craft Brewery and Beer Garden just off Nottingham Road is open Thursday to Sunday from 11am-4.30pm. Our excellent craft beers are on tap, enjoy a delicious country platter for lunch and/or join one of our brewery tours.

Reviewed By Vaidikar - Umhlanga Rocks, South Africa

We looked up this place on the internet and headed out. And what a pleasant surprise it was. Oh, I could spend hours here sitting and sipping on their amazing beers. Very highly recommended.

4. Dumi Legacy Tours

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Dumi Legacy Tours

My name is Dumisani and I am a qualified nature guide. My career started in 2008, where I have since worked in a variety of tourism establishments. I offer: *Safari experiences *Kayaking *Nature Walks *Cultural Tours I also offer tour guide training for prospective tour guides. I operate mainly in the St Lucia region of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

5. 1000 Hills Brewing Company

2 Wootton Avenue Bothas Hill, Hillcrest 3660 South Africa +27 31 777 1566 https://1000hillsbrewery.co.za/
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

1000 Hills Brewing Company

Established in 2009 (as Porcupine Quill Brewing Company), the brewery forms part of 1000 Hills Chef School where Advanced Students learn the art of Craft Beer Brewing. This brings a unique approach to brewing – with flavour and food in mind. In true craft tradition, we prefer not to follow any particular style too closely but rather experiment with our own styles. Most of our beers follow a pale ale style. This particular style covers a range of flavours and appearances and suits how we brew our beers.

Reviewed By Seaside813972

I don’t normally write reviews but this has to be said! We had a chef meet us at our parking and escort us to our table. That’s definitely different but so welcoming. Our orders were taken and arrived quickly. The food was delicious but I have to commend the brewery on supplying one of the best IPA’s I’ve had the pleasure of tasting. They have a great variety to choose from which you can have as a taster before selecting the one that you like. I am an avid craftbeer connoisseur and there’s not many India Pale Ales that have such a delicious forward hoppiness well rounded mouthfeel as this one. The ratios were spot on and the beer deserves more adoration than I can give it. Why are there only 5 stars for a rating??? I’m giving this place a solid 10 out of 10. I will be back and with beer nerds in tow. Thank you Trevor, the chefs and the brewery for a day that could not have been predicted to turn out this brilliant.

6. Abingdon Wine Estate

D 369, Nottingham Road South Africa +27 33 234 4335 [email protected] http://www.abingdonestate.co.za/
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Abingdon Wine Estate

Reviewed By lens994 - Cape Town, South Africa

My experience is per e-mail & internet - have not yet had the opportunity to visit but from the courteous responses & all I've read believe that Abingdon is unique in every way - personal, material & fyture opportunities for all to savour and enjoy Their precious wines gtown amongst the most difficultconditions ate to becherished - poof of their value is that the 2018 Nebbiollo is copmpetely sold out - I have asked Jane to inform me when they have stock as I await the delivery of the Syrrah & Voigner as well as Suvugnon Blanc at Frogmore Cottage, Keurbooms River Road, Plettenberg Bay

7. Shongweni Farmers Market

457 Mr551 Road,, Hillcrest 3650 South Africa +27 31 777 4686 [email protected] http://www.shongwenimarket.co.za/contact-us/
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4.5 based on 172 reviews

Shongweni Farmers Market

This market oozes with stereotypical country charm. It's almost mandatory to pack up the family and dog, take a sturdy basket and arrive early. Treat yourself with breakfast and, from your vantage point on a hay bale, decide your method of attack. Peruse stalls at a leisurely place as hands-on producers passionately talk you through their wares from traditional English sausages to decadent baked goods, handcrafted organic cheeses, breads and rustic French staples like terrines and rillettes. You'll also find Middle Eastern and Mediterranean specialities from baklava to falafel. If you're shopping with a conscience you can buy organic veg or a pre-installed, irrigated system to grow your own organic vegetables.

Reviewed By kenfargher - Johannesburg, South Africa

We love the Sedgefield Market and although very different, this is on par with great variety of food and beverages. Wonderful place to visit

8. The Great Railroad Brewing Company

R102, Shakashead Unit 13 Canton Park, Ballito 4420 South Africa +27 32 947 0136 [email protected] http://www.greatrailroadbrewing.co.za
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

The Great Railroad Brewing Company

Come and visit your local brewery on the Dolphin Coast - Bookings are essential. STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Minimum of 4 people required to conduct tour. Our Brew Master Gary will give you a tour of brewery, explain and educate you on the brewing process. You get to taste our unique craft beers, and take a complimentary gift pack of 3 beers of your choice. We cannot accommodate you if you just pitch up at the brewery, as we brew, bottle and keg daily. You are welcome to purchase beers at any time.

Reviewed By BarrattsOnTheMove - Pretoria, South Africa

What a lovely experience. We were welcomed by the owner. So much to about beer. We tasted 5 various types of beers amd even bought a few more. Great treat for beer lovers!

9. Golden Hours Family Market

Waterkant Rd, Durban 4001 South Africa +27 83 262 3693 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/GOLDEN-HOURS-FAMILY-MARKET-121337227882
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Golden Hours Family Market

10. Zamimpilo Community Market

N2 between Hluhluwe & Mtubatuba Ophondweni, Mtubatuba Rural, Ophondweni South Africa
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Zamimpilo Community Market

A community run farmer's and craft market, this is one of the best shopping experiences in Zululand. It is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Local women have established a large produce and craft market, getting their merchandise from established vegetable gardens and African craftsemn and selling in order to support their families and send their children to school.

Reviewed By shannonvet64 - Saint Louis, United States

I accompanied 16 high school students (and 2 teachers) from St. Louis, MO to South Africa in June/July 2017. On our way to Phinda Private Game Reserve from Durban, Zamimpilo Community Market was a great place to stop for the students to purchase souvenirs to take home! Huge variety - anything/everything could be purchased here! Excellent prices! Fun atmosphere. And I highly recommend the freshly prepared Pineapple "on a stick" - We all had these as a snack as we continued on our journey. (Make sure you have paper towels/hand wipes handy!)

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