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Enjoy the best of classical music with The Dar Choral Society and Orchestra

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We are delighted to officially launch Foodie Getaways by announcing the upcoming performance of Beethoven’s Symphony Number 9 – Ode to Joy – on 22 May 2016.

Foodie Getaways is being launched in response to enquiries from readers of the blog about what foodies can see, do, explore and enjoy in Tanzania – and beyond. (more…)

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Wines by the Glass from The Baraza Restaurant and Bar at Southern Sun Hotel

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It is refreshing and really appealing to find a spot in Dar es Salaam (or any place for that matter) offering a decent selection of wines by the glass. Southern Sun’s Baraza Grill, Café and Bar offer patrons the opportunity to enjoy every one of their wines by the glass or bottle. (more…)

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Akemi Presents an Evening of Wine Tasting and Jazz

The first Akemi wine tasting and jazz event of 2016 will be on Friday 18th March. If you missed the 2015 events, you can read all about them  here, here and here. As usual there will be an impressive selection of fine wines paired with amazing canapés prepared by the talented Chef Bernard.

Attendees will also enjoy the sounds of live jazz performed throughout the evening. Tickets sell out in a matter of days!  Contact Akemi to reserve yours.

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A Trio of Spanish Treats from The Terrace at Slipway

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“This week we are proud to bring diners an authentic taste of Spain!” announces Michalis Xekalos, restaurant manager at The Terrace. The nation, rightly renowned for its regional cuisine that is packed with flavour and character, is being celebrated over three evenings. On Thursday 3rd March, there will be a fabulous selection of sophisticated Tapas available for those attending the ‘Flamenco Dancers Casa Patas’ performance and Gypsy Rumba concert. (more…)

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Akemi Presents an Evening of Dinner and Wine Pairing

Akemi Revolving Restaurant presents an evening of dinner paired with wine from red n’ white.
red n’ white will bring their finest selection of wines from Italy, Spain, France and South Africa while Akemi’s Executive Chef Bernard has designed an amazing 6 course tasting menu to create a delicious pairing of food and wine. Tickets cost 95,000Tshs per person. Contact Akemi on 0753 213 744/ info@akemidining.com or red n’ white on 0754 371 464.

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Valentine’s Dinner at The Terrace in Slipway

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The dynamic duo of Chef Carl Chapman and Manager Michalis Xekalos showed their skill for arranging special occasion dinners with finesse on Valentine’s Day this year. The Terrace looked stunning with a spacious arrangement of rustic tables, sparkling glassware and subdued lighting reflecting off the pool. It was a real pleasure to return and see the team shine on this special occasion. (more…)

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Q and A with Amit Pravin Patel, Formula 10 Hospitality Group

AmitAmit Pravin Patel’s passion for food and drink is both personal and professional. The director of Formula 10 Hospitality Group, a Tanzanian-based enterprise, includes Best Western Coral Beach, Best Western Plus Peninsula and the celebrated Moti Mahal Restaurant. SCF sat down with Amit to discuss the world of restaurants and his personal food journey. (more…)

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