1. Saint

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Saint restaurant, has come into Sandton and obliterated just about every restaurant that you can think of in Johannesburg. Saint is an Italian restaurant situated at the new futuristic building, The Marc and it is the benchmark of larney . Saint is also the latest venture of the team behind Marble. When you walk into Saint, you will be drawn into the bar area, which has a deconstructed renaissance-eque sculpture and has to be the chicest bar in Johannesburg. The bar hosts a weekly summer event called, summers at Saint , which has the best of the best local and hip hop DJ's to entertain you every Saturday, so you can dance away. I could go on and on about the bar, including its amazing selection of cocktails, but you have to taste them for yourself. As the hostess leads you into the main restaurant, you will be whisked away into Italy. In the centre of the ceiling, are four 3D projections which give off a Tuscan feel, there is nothing like it. The menu consists of pizzas and pasta , with my favourite pizza being the sirloin pizza, and my favourite pasta being the prawn pasta. I am really excited about this restaurant and it would be a sin not to visit it over your summer holidays.





2. Paul restaurant

I recently visited Paul restaurant, situated in Melrose Arch and it was very festive and in all the Christmas feels. When I first encountered Paul restaurant, I was on my travels in Europe, where you practically come across Paul just about anywhere and everywhere, much like a local deli/café. I truly love how the Paul in Melrose Arch has taken the brand up a notch and has made it o’so fancy. The ambience and colour schemes of the dining rooms will give you life. The restaurant also has an excellent bakery which offers a great selection of fresh desserts and cakes to choose from. From mains to desserts, Paul has got to be the most consistent restaurant that I have been to in a while.





3. Rockets Lolitas, Bryanston

Rockets Lolitas is Sandton’s most popular social bar. The best part about Rockets is the friendly and efficient staff. The crowd at Rockets is around 25-35 years old and has one of the nicest and friendliest people you can ever find at a social bar. The establishment has three floors. The ground level is the main eatery, where you can find a decent selection of foods to choose from, this section also has its own bar and a balcony with an outside sitting area. Once you go one level up, the fun begins, with great music, the best vibe and the best social scene in Johannesburg. This level has two bars, a massive balcony and a private room. I am big on gin, and I absolutely love rockets for their gin selection, and popular local DJ entertainment. If you go one level up, you arrive at the rooftop terrace, with cabanas you can book, a bar, and a view on Sandton . The rooftop is only open on Sundays and for private functions. Sundays are a jam at rockets. Every day at rockets is a vibe!





4. Life day spa, Fourways

Holidays are not only about partying and celebrations, but we also need to take the time out to relax and reflect on the year gone by. One of the many ways to relax in Johannesburg is to book yourself into a spa, in order to switch off from the world. The Life Day Spa, Fourways is my go-to spa of choice, because not only are the treatments reasonably priced, but the therapists know a thing or two about making you feel rejuvenated. The Life Day Spa has a non-exhaustive list of facilities, from the Rasul chamber, floatation pool, sauna, steam room, salt room, jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool. The spa also affords you the option to go and relax upstairs on the terrace, where you can chill out in your robe and slippers in a stylish cabana. While at the cabana, you can order a beverage of choice and/or lunch from The Rock restaurant menu. So spoil yourself, you are going to need all the energy in 2019!





5. Circa on Jellicoe

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The best things in life are free. If you are in Rosebank, I would urge you to make a turn at the Circa gallery. The building on its own is a masterpiece with a very unique design that captures one's curiosity. This three storey building has a very futuristic look and feel from the outside and has become a monumental landmark, which houses some of the best artworks. The building holds various exhibitions, and they change over time, so every experience of the place is different. Aside from the cultural aspect, some people also enjoy coming into this building for Instagram inspired pictures, as it houses the best lighting as you go up the ramp. The circa gallery is worth exploring and the best part is that the entrance is free. “Creativity is contagious, pass it on” – Albert Einstein.





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