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The Oyster Box's Sustainability Initiatives
Find out more about our environmentally conscious activities at The Oyster Box, committed to providing a greener future.
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Curry masterclass: Bengali prawn curry
A creamy and flavourful curry to make at home, served in our Curry Room.
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The history of braai in South Africa
Delve into the rich history of this beloved South African tradition.
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Introducing the monkeys of The Oyster Box
Learn about the monkeys that continue to visit us at The Oyster Box and the delightful, authentic experiences that they can bring to your trip.
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Recent sustainable initiatives at The Oyster Box
Explore how The Oyster Box Hotel has been excelling in driving positive change for people and planet.
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Hidden Heroes: Anton Mkhungo, The Oyster Box
Meet Anton Mkhungo, the pilot of our new Hidden Heroes campaign at Red Carnation Hotels
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Meet our new General Manager
We are delighted to introduce Roberto Rosa to lead our passionate team at The Oyster Box.
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An essential guide to South African wine
We take a closer look at what makes South African wine so special.
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The sundowner
Our South African properties enjoy a sundowner of an evening, but where do its origins lie?
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A day in the life of Skabenga, The Oyster Box cat
Meet our longest-standing resident, Skabenga, a characterful cat that has won the hearts of both our team and guests.
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Our signature tamarind lentils
A curry masterclass from our Executive Chef - learn how to make tamarind lentils at home.
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The Oyster Box's perfect Durban lamb curry
Discover our Executive Chef's signature lamb curry recipe to try for yourself at home.