FEMME indulges in luxe flavours at Firelake, Radisson Blu, Umhlanga.
If there’s one thing we love more than heels that don’t hurt, it’s a high tea that knows how to bring the drama. FEMME recently made an ultra-chic appearance at the Firelake Grill House & Cocktail Bar at the stunning Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, and let’s just say, the vibes were immaculate, the flavours were fierce, and the setting? Pure editorial gold.
Tucked above the buzzing Umhlanga coastline, Firelake is the kind of space where you expect something stylish to happen. And it did. A high tea experience that wasn’t just about dainty cucumber sandwiches and polite sips, no, this was a full-blown culinary showcase. Think luxe platters, artisan desserts, and a live cooking station that brought the heat (literally).
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the kind of attention to detail that screams, you’re in good hands. The decor was a mix of modern sophistication with warm tones and plush textures, the ideal setting for Insta-worthy clinks and catch-ups. The food? Let’s just say if indulgence had a love language, Firelake is fluent.
Mini sliders, smoked salmon bites, melt-in-your-mouth pastries, and heavenly scones were just a few stars of the show. But the highlight? The live cooking station where chefs created sizzling treats right before our eyes. It was giving dinner and a show but make it high tea. And yes, we shamelessly went back for seconds (and thirds, thank you very much).
But beyond the decadent bites and dreamy interiors, our time at Firelake was a little teaser of something much bigger (and glossier) on the horizon.
Mark your diaries, darlings, Women’s Day is about to get the glow-up it deserves.
Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga is gearing up for their annual Women’s Day celebration (9th August 2025), and this year’s theme is nothing short of iconic: Grace & Glamour. It’s a tribute to the elegance, strength, and brilliance of women everywhere and trust us, it’s going to be that girl on the social calendar.
“This year’s Women’s Day celebration is all about Grace & Glamour — an ode to the elegance, strength, and brilliance of every woman. Guests can look forward to exquisite food, captivating entertainment, curated brand showcases, and thought-provoking conversations with powerhouse speakers like Sorisha Naidoo and Norma Mngoma. It’s set to be an unforgettable day of style, substance, and standout moments,” shares Fara Hamid, Marketing Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga.
We’re talking all the glam, all the grace, and all the gorgeous energy you need from a day dedicated to you. Whether you’re in it for the dazzling fashion, the luxe food experiences, the brand showcases, or the soul-shifting conversations, Women’s Day at Radisson Blu promises to be equal parts powerful and pampering.
The countdown is on and tickets are available, so grab your girls and secure your spot before it’s a sold-out situation!
